Is it more cost-effective to build a pizza oven from scratch rather than buy a pre-made kit?

Building your own pizza oven can be a cost-effective option if you already possess the necessary firebricks or materials and have the skills to complete the project. When you have the required supplies on hand, you save on material costs and labor fees. However, if you need to source every component, a pre-made kit may not deliver the same savings.

Why must I use fire bricks for building a brick pizza oven?

Fire bricks are engineered to withstand the high temperatures generated inside a pizza oven, protecting the structure from cracking or spalling. Standard bricks can fail under intense heat, potentially damaging the oven and creating safety risks. By using true fire-rated bricks, homeowners maintain consistent cooking temperatures, preserve the oven’s structural integrity, and reduce the likelihood of costly repairs. The modest increase in material cost is offset by longer service life and safer operation.

What is the standard height for installing a pizza oven?

An optimal pizza oven installation positions the opening exactly between 36 and 48 inches above the ground to guarantee clear visibility and safe, comfortable access. This height optimizes heat distribution and ergonomic use. In addition, dome height can vary: shorter domes produce the signature soft, charred crust of Neapolitan pies, whereas taller domes are ideal for generating the robust baking environment required for New York–style pizzas.

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Casman Construction, Inc.

Casman Construction, Inc.

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20 years of experience

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your residential renovation, kitchen and bathroom remodels, plumbing repairs or upgrades, electrical repairs or upgrades, masonry work and painting needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers. Call us today! Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Very polite, They did a good job!"

Barbara L. M on July 2020

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your residential renovation, kitchen and bathroom remodels, plumbing repairs or upgrades, electrical repairs or upgrades, masonry work and painting needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers. Call us today! Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Very polite, They did a good job!"

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DARCO, LLC

999 West Taylor Street, Suite A

DARCO, LLC

999 West Taylor Street, Suite A

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

6 years of experience

Darco Construction is a premier full-service construction company, specializing in custom home builds, remodels, and commercial projects. With a commitment to excellence, we bring your vision to life with top-tier craftsmanship, transparent budgeting, and meticulous attention to detail. From architectural design to project completion, our experienced team ensures a seamless process, delivering beautiful and functional spaces that exceed expectations.

"DARCO did a wonderful job on my kitchen/ dining space remodel. It is even more beautiful than I imagined, and everything was done with such high quality. I love sharing how beautiful it is with family, friends and neighbors!"

Judy M on November 2022

Darco Construction is a premier full-service construction company, specializing in custom home builds, remodels, and commercial projects. With a commitment to excellence, we bring your vision to life with top-tier craftsmanship, transparent budgeting, and meticulous attention to detail. From architectural design to project completion, our experienced team ensures a seamless process, delivering beautiful and functional spaces that exceed expectations.

"DARCO did a wonderful job on my kitchen/ dining space remodel. It is even more beautiful than I imagined, and everything was done with such high quality. I love sharing how beautiful it is with family, friends and neighbors!"

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Lakota Design Group

5576 Cooney Place

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Lakota Design Group

5576 Cooney Place

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257 local quotes requested

Hi, my name is Larry Murphy, and I'm the owner of Lakota Design Group. We've been designing and installing custom landscape projects in the Bay Area for the past 50 years. During those years we've designed and built everything you can imagine and completed over 5,000 projects. We've also worked for some of the most influential people in Silicon Valley, including executives from Apple, Yahoo & the San Francisco 49ers. From both design & construction viewpoints, we know what works and what doesn't, what looks good & what doesn't. We'll work with you using our custom 3d design process to create your dream landscape design. Then, using your new landscape design, we'll get bids for you from our list of vetted contractors. If you then choose to use one of our contractors for your installation, your design is free since our contractors pay us for it. They also pay us to manage your project, so you don't have to. You can check us out at https://www.lakotadesigngroup.com. We'd love to work with you!

"Punctual. Informative. Friendly. Good work, excellent completion. Pleasing sight."

jan f on September 2024

Hi, my name is Larry Murphy, and I'm the owner of Lakota Design Group. We've been designing and installing custom landscape projects in the Bay Area for the past 50 years. During those years we've designed and built everything you can imagine and completed over 5,000 projects. We've also worked for some of the most influential people in Silicon Valley, including executives from Apple, Yahoo & the San Francisco 49ers. From both design & construction viewpoints, we know what works and what doesn't, what looks good & what doesn't. We'll work with you using our custom 3d design process to create your dream landscape design. Then, using your new landscape design, we'll get bids for you from our list of vetted contractors. If you then choose to use one of our contractors for your installation, your design is free since our contractors pay us for it. They also pay us to manage your project, so you don't have to. You can check us out at https://www.lakotadesigngroup.com. We'd love to work with you!

"Punctual. Informative. Friendly. Good work, excellent completion. Pleasing sight."

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Geico Builders

1901 Harrison Street

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1901 Harrison Street

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1643 local quotes requested

Geico Builders specializes in meeting your expectations before, during, and after the project is complete. Our most upstanding quality is our accountability--you can expect us to own the work we complete for your home. Of course, we know accountability means nothing without proof, which is why we are happy to offer a 2-year workmanship warranty to all of our clients. This is a rare quality for this industry, but we wanted to prove to you that we stand by our craftsmanship through our home remodeling construction services. Every Crew at Geico Builders has been professionally trained and will treat your home with integrity and respect.

"We used Geico Builders for our bathroom remodel. We collected a few quotes, and we felt like the quote for the value was the best. I appreciated the clear scope and payment schedule. We started with a tiny bathroom and had plans to remove a couple of walls to make it larger. Leading up to demo day, our project manager Mila and the team pulled permits and helped us understand which finishes/materials we needed to order. I had a clear idea of our design vision, so I didn't need a lot of assistance there, but I found the 3D rendering helpful to see. Our project took a little over 5 weeks. The foreman David and crew did a great job. I was many specific requests, and I felt like David always did his best to incorporate my requests. We had a few hiccups, as with any project. We ran out of tile, which caused a small delay. The crew also misplaced some of our shower fixtures and we had to reorder them. The team was able to cover the cost of these, which I appreciated. I liked how we had a group to stay on top of updates. There were times when I would have liked more communication regarding the crew's schedule, delays, etc. but overall, I felt like my questions were always answered. Love my new bathroom, thank you."

Mae B on September 2025

Geico Builders specializes in meeting your expectations before, during, and after the project is complete. Our most upstanding quality is our accountability--you can expect us to own the work we complete for your home. Of course, we know accountability means nothing without proof, which is why we are happy to offer a 2-year workmanship warranty to all of our clients. This is a rare quality for this industry, but we wanted to prove to you that we stand by our craftsmanship through our home remodeling construction services. Every Crew at Geico Builders has been professionally trained and will treat your home with integrity and respect.

"We used Geico Builders for our bathroom remodel. We collected a few quotes, and we felt like the quote for the value was the best. I appreciated the clear scope and payment schedule. We started with a tiny bathroom and had plans to remove a couple of walls to make it larger. Leading up to demo day, our project manager Mila and the team pulled permits and helped us understand which finishes/materials we needed to order. I had a clear idea of our design vision, so I didn't need a lot of assistance there, but I found the 3D rendering helpful to see. Our project took a little over 5 weeks. The foreman David and crew did a great job. I was many specific requests, and I felt like David always did his best to incorporate my requests. We had a few hiccups, as with any project. We ran out of tile, which caused a small delay. The crew also misplaced some of our shower fixtures and we had to reorder them. The team was able to cover the cost of these, which I appreciated. I liked how we had a group to stay on top of updates. There were times when I would have liked more communication regarding the crew's schedule, delays, etc. but overall, I felt like my questions were always answered. Love my new bathroom, thank you."

Mae B on September 2025

Pablo's Landscaping & Home Service

Based In

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11 years of experience

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping services, tree service, house painting inside and outside, replace old to new concrete, hauling the dump, sprinkler system, installation new or repair fence, new or repair deck and retainer wall (brick, cement, wood or rock). We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

Be Home Remodeling Inc

84 West Santa Clara Street

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Be Home Remodeling Inc

84 West Santa Clara Street

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***346 PROJECTS/24 IN PROGRESS/322 COMPLETED**YOUR DREAM REMODEL AWAITS. LET'S MAKE IT HOME!** Welcome to Be Home Remodeling! We specialize in transforming homes with expert craftsmanship, innovative designs, and personalized solutions. into dream We turn houses into dream homes. With a commitment to quality craftsmanship and personalized service, we bring your vision to life, creating spaces that reflect your style and meet your needs. From kitchens to full-home remodels, we bring your vision to life, creating beautiful, functional spaces you’ll love. eHome Remodeling was founded by Benjamin, who leads our team with over 10 years of experience transforming homes across the Bay Area. We specialize in everything from detailed kitchen remodels to full-scale renovations, ensuring each space perfectly reflects your unique vision and lifestyle. At BeHome, we prioritize transparent communication, meticulous planning, and quality craftsmanship, working closely with you at every stage to create a space you’ll love coming home to. Contact us today for your FREE estimate by calling 408-616-4989 or click the request a quote link!

"Appreciate the great communication, Benjamin and his team was professional, clean after themselves and was delivering what was promised. Will definitely hire them again Thank you!"

Liran Salesman b on December 2024

***346 PROJECTS/24 IN PROGRESS/322 COMPLETED**YOUR DREAM REMODEL AWAITS. LET'S MAKE IT HOME!** Welcome to Be Home Remodeling! We specialize in transforming homes with expert craftsmanship, innovative designs, and personalized solutions. into dream We turn houses into dream homes. With a commitment to quality craftsmanship and personalized service, we bring your vision to life, creating spaces that reflect your style and meet your needs. From kitchens to full-home remodels, we bring your vision to life, creating beautiful, functional spaces you’ll love. eHome Remodeling was founded by Benjamin, who leads our team with over 10 years of experience transforming homes across the Bay Area. We specialize in everything from detailed kitchen remodels to full-scale renovations, ensuring each space perfectly reflects your unique vision and lifestyle. At BeHome, we prioritize transparent communication, meticulous planning, and quality craftsmanship, working closely with you at every stage to create a space you’ll love coming home to. Contact us today for your FREE estimate by calling 408-616-4989 or click the request a quote link!

"Appreciate the great communication, Benjamin and his team was professional, clean after themselves and was delivering what was promised. Will definitely hire them again Thank you!"

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Unique Home Design & Remodeling

303 Twin Dolphin Dr.

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Unique Home Design & Remodeling

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42 years of experience

Unique Home Design & Remodeling is a leader in providing value-added construction services to our customers by creating a successful partnership throughout the construction process. Our pledge is to establish lasting relationships with our customers by exceeding their expectations and gaining their trust through exceptional performance by every member on our construction team. Unique Home Design & Remodeling's mission is to accomplish full customer satisfaction in every area possible from color selection to project completion. Unique Home Design & Remodeling's main focus is to provide our future clients with a professional home improvement experience. We vow to our customers with the highest level of quality construction services at fair market and competitive prices. To ensure the longevity of our company through repeat and referral business achieved by customer satisfaction in all areas including timeliness, attention to detail and service-minded attitudes.

Elite Custom Pools Inc

4750 Almaden Expy

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Elite Custom Pools Inc

4750 Almaden Expy

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Customers say: True professional

1588 local quotes requested

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We are Pool & Spa specialists, We provide Installation and remodel for in-ground pools, We offer; Full service Chemical service Chem-plus service, Installation of the newest pool equipment on the market Automation Pool Pumps Pool Filters Pool Cleaners Heaters Salt systems We specialize in; Energy efficient pool equipment that saves the customers up to 90% on electricity, We guarantee CRYSTAL CLEAR WATER in 7 days, We have 15 years experience, We are; CPO- certified pool operator, CPI- certified pool inspector, CAEI- certified aquatic equipment installers We will be happy to answer any questions you might have about your swimming pool

"probably the best contractors i have ever had here. pool was resurfaced and re grouted in a timely manor. all workers were fast and very polite"

sunnyvale m on November 2021

We are Pool & Spa specialists, We provide Installation and remodel for in-ground pools, We offer; Full service Chemical service Chem-plus service, Installation of the newest pool equipment on the market Automation Pool Pumps Pool Filters Pool Cleaners Heaters Salt systems We specialize in; Energy efficient pool equipment that saves the customers up to 90% on electricity, We guarantee CRYSTAL CLEAR WATER in 7 days, We have 15 years experience, We are; CPO- certified pool operator, CPI- certified pool inspector, CAEI- certified aquatic equipment installers We will be happy to answer any questions you might have about your swimming pool

"probably the best contractors i have ever had here. pool was resurfaced and re grouted in a timely manor. all workers were fast and very polite"

sunnyvale m on November 2021

Superb Builders & Custom Made Cabinetry Inc.

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Superb Builders & Custom Made Cabinetry Inc.

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Customers say: Quality work

895 local quotes requested

4 years of experience

Family owned business with over 22 years of experience -Remodeling - General - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom - full home remodels - room additions - ADU's - Full Roof replacement -

"Would not recommend them to anyone. We had the worst experience with these guys. Scope of project: kitchen complete remodel, replacing carpet flooring with vinyl tile flooring , redo electrical for kitchen area only cost: 100K+ what went to plan: - kitchen demo - made one nice dry wall - setting up and framing of the kitchen area what went wrong: - communication/scheduling : we would never be told ahead of time when work was being done. Sometimes there would be days stretches where no one showed up and then guys would show up randomly on a Sunday morning. At the start of the project we told them we were going to move into the back half of the house, so just have that clean. We moved into trash and debris everywhere. They also saw a vinyl strap , strapped to our tree, tied to our neighbor's fence (it was there keeping the fence up as the tree was leaning into the neighbors fence). In their brilliance, they decided to cut the strap and use it for themselves. How did we know? we found it on our roof, used to tie some electrical conduit. Who the heck does that?! We should've cut ties at that point, it was just the start...if we only knew. But we gave them the benefit of the doubt...but things kept going wrong. - Kitchen cabinet install was not leveled, we end up telling them to not bother coming back and we installed the whole kitchen ourselves (re-leveling the base cabinets, putting on the hardware, installing the cabinet doors. - broke several custom panels (to their credit, they did pay for the reorder) but we ended up installing it ourselves , which we were never offered refund the labor. - the kitchen counter was not leveled, we also had to redo it ourselves in order for the independent countertop guys to install it. - cut hole for electrical switch too big, huge gap now in our org Eichler panel that is not repairable unless we replace the whole wall. - cut hole in wood beam ceiling too big for ceiling vent even though they had the manufacturer's specifications. tried to fix it, but it looks terrible. - lied and said they had experience installing lux vinyl tile. They didn't. The flooring , which is supposed to be new, looks like flooring that has been there for years and hadn't been replaced. It was discolored, uneven, not leveled, and not even lined up. How can you mess up lining up squares? Our sales person Joe ,came and made excuses after excuses , telling us " no one can install it better than them" , that this is the "best" we'll get. I cannot believe he could look us in the face and say that. We ended up requesting 1500 back, though for us to reorder redo the tiles for the kitchen will be 3K+. - as a last F you to us, they gave us the bill for the permit fees which includes a 3% of project cost recycling deposit that is 100% refundable if they just do the paperwork and let the city know where they recycled the demolition material. Our kitchen project was 80K and so it was $2400. Guess what, they "never heard of this" and have no proof of where they recycled the material and so cannot get the refund. I have no idea where they dumped the material.....and we're out 2400. The best thing about this project is finishing and NEVER having to deal with them again."

bobby p on April 2020

Family owned business with over 22 years of experience -Remodeling - General - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom - full home remodels - room additions - ADU's - Full Roof replacement -

"Would not recommend them to anyone. We had the worst experience with these guys. Scope of project: kitchen complete remodel, replacing carpet flooring with vinyl tile flooring , redo electrical for kitchen area only cost: 100K+ what went to plan: - kitchen demo - made one nice dry wall - setting up and framing of the kitchen area what went wrong: - communication/scheduling : we would never be told ahead of time when work was being done. Sometimes there would be days stretches where no one showed up and then guys would show up randomly on a Sunday morning. At the start of the project we told them we were going to move into the back half of the house, so just have that clean. We moved into trash and debris everywhere. They also saw a vinyl strap , strapped to our tree, tied to our neighbor's fence (it was there keeping the fence up as the tree was leaning into the neighbors fence). In their brilliance, they decided to cut the strap and use it for themselves. How did we know? we found it on our roof, used to tie some electrical conduit. Who the heck does that?! We should've cut ties at that point, it was just the start...if we only knew. But we gave them the benefit of the doubt...but things kept going wrong. - Kitchen cabinet install was not leveled, we end up telling them to not bother coming back and we installed the whole kitchen ourselves (re-leveling the base cabinets, putting on the hardware, installing the cabinet doors. - broke several custom panels (to their credit, they did pay for the reorder) but we ended up installing it ourselves , which we were never offered refund the labor. - the kitchen counter was not leveled, we also had to redo it ourselves in order for the independent countertop guys to install it. - cut hole for electrical switch too big, huge gap now in our org Eichler panel that is not repairable unless we replace the whole wall. - cut hole in wood beam ceiling too big for ceiling vent even though they had the manufacturer's specifications. tried to fix it, but it looks terrible. - lied and said they had experience installing lux vinyl tile. They didn't. The flooring , which is supposed to be new, looks like flooring that has been there for years and hadn't been replaced. It was discolored, uneven, not leveled, and not even lined up. How can you mess up lining up squares? Our sales person Joe ,came and made excuses after excuses , telling us " no one can install it better than them" , that this is the "best" we'll get. I cannot believe he could look us in the face and say that. We ended up requesting 1500 back, though for us to reorder redo the tiles for the kitchen will be 3K+. - as a last F you to us, they gave us the bill for the permit fees which includes a 3% of project cost recycling deposit that is 100% refundable if they just do the paperwork and let the city know where they recycled the demolition material. Our kitchen project was 80K and so it was $2400. Guess what, they "never heard of this" and have no proof of where they recycled the material and so cannot get the refund. I have no idea where they dumped the material.....and we're out 2400. The best thing about this project is finishing and NEVER having to deal with them again."

bobby p on April 2020

S&L REMODELING AND DESIGN INC

1270 Springbrook Rd

4.84(

37

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S&L REMODELING AND DESIGN INC

1270 Springbrook Rd

4.84(

37

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

1157 local quotes requested

S&L Remodeling and Design are committed to providing honest, professional services and sincerely understanding your needs. We provide a clean and safe job site every day and make sure that the project gets done right the first time. Our team is always staying on top of the latest trends as well as training and expanding our knowledge regarding the newest construction and design solutions available, including the use of cutting-edge technology. We are ready for whatever project you throw our way.

"Did a remodeling with S&L, they've done a great job. Team is responsible and project deadline was on time. Daniel was great to work with! Highly recommended"

David D on May 2023

S&L Remodeling and Design are committed to providing honest, professional services and sincerely understanding your needs. We provide a clean and safe job site every day and make sure that the project gets done right the first time. Our team is always staying on top of the latest trends as well as training and expanding our knowledge regarding the newest construction and design solutions available, including the use of cutting-edge technology. We are ready for whatever project you throw our way.

"Did a remodeling with S&L, they've done a great job. Team is responsible and project deadline was on time. Daniel was great to work with! Highly recommended"

David D on May 2023

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