Cost to Outdoor Fireplace Construction in Boise, ID

$3,150–$15,750 in Boise

5% above the national average · 1.05x cost multiplier

Expect to pay $3,150–$15,750 for a outdoor fireplace construction in Boise, about 5% above the national benchmark. The Mountain West region's contractor market and material costs account for most of this difference. The detailed breakdown below shows how budget, mid-range, and premium projects compare at Boise prices.

Cost Breakdown in Boise

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Cost per unit	$1575	$7875	$31500
Materials	$2,100	$4,725	$10,500
Labor	$1,260	$3,675	$8,400
Permits	$210	$315	$525
Total	$3,570+5% vs. national avg	$9,240+5% vs. national avg	$21,000+5% vs. national avg

Budget

Prefab outdoor fireplace kit with simple stone surround, basic hearth slab, no mantel - single-face wood burning

Mid-Range

Masonry outdoor fireplace with manufactured stone veneer, chimney, simple mantel, gas log set, patio hearth extension

Premium

Full custom natural stone outdoor fireplace with wood mantel, raised hearth, pizza oven insert, gas or wood, integrated into full outdoor kitchen or living space

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Boise may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Prefab Steel Outdoor Fireplace	$500 - $2,500 (unit only)	Lowest cost, quick installation, portable options available, no masonry skills needed	Short lifespan (5-10 years) in weather, looks less permanent, limited design options	Renters, budget installations, or homeowners who may want to reconfigure laterLowest cost, quick installation, portable options available, no masonry skills needed
Prefab Outdoor Fireplace Kit (Concrete Masonry)	$1,000 - $4,000 (kit only)	Easier installation than full custom masonry, looks like masonry, durable, variety of styles	Still requires proper footing and chimney, less customizable than full custom	Homeowners who want a real masonry look at a moderate cost with a shorter installation timelineEasier installation than full custom masonry, looks like masonry, durable, variety of styles
Manufactured Stone Veneer over CMU Block	$4,000 - $10,000 installed	Custom look, durable, wide variety of stone styles, integrates with any design	Requires mason, veneer can delaminate in harsh freeze-thaw cycles if not installed correctly	Most residential outdoor fireplaces - the standard approach for a custom masonry lookCustom look, durable, wide variety of stone styles, integrates with any design
Full Natural Stone Masonry	$10,000 - $25,000 installed	Highest quality, most authentic look, extremely long-lasting, unique character	Most expensive, requires experienced mason, heavy and requires substantial footings	Premium outdoor living spaces, historic properties, or homeowners who want a landmark featureHighest quality, most authentic look, extremely long-lasting, unique character
Brick	$5,000 - $15,000 installed	Classic traditional look, durable, fire-rated, holds heat well	More formal aesthetic than stone, can look dated, requires experienced bricklayer	Traditional homes where an outdoor brick fireplace matches the home's architectureClassic traditional look, durable, fire-rated, holds heat well

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Boise Estimate

Typical Range

$3,150–$15,750

vs. National Average

5% above national

Cost Multiplier

1.05x

Cost Per unit

$1575–$31500

Estimates apply Boise's 1.05x regional cost multiplier to national averages. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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