Building a fire pit yourself is a low-cost way to carve out a place for family and friends to gather. DIY-ing the job shouldn't take more than a day.

Image credit: Tuff-Guard House Some fire pits are almost too pretty to set on fire, including this gorgeous brick wonder that’s built in-ground. A Cinder-ella block story Image credit: The Dirty ...

An outdoor fire pit offers a cozy centerpiece for your yard and allows it to be used even in colder seasons.

If the fire pit is in the ground, be sure to have a drain and ventilating slats for the fire to burn properly. Consider the predominant wind direction when planning the site of the fire pit.

Host guests in the outdoors! These easy DIY fire pit ideas make an easy home project, including stone, brick, concrete, and more built-in designs.

You need a patch of level ground for your fire pit, which can require lots of tamping. You also need to make the ground fire-safe by clearing away grass and plant matter.

While budget may be your first concern when considering building a fire pit, it isn't your only one. Here's how to decide whether to DIY or hire a pro.

Fire pit kit For a foolproof fire pit build, consider a fire pit kit. You still need to prepare the site, but these kits take the guesswork out of shopping for stones.