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.

Top-Rated Outdoor Kitchen Building Services Experts in San Leandro, CA

Alvarado and Son Construction, Inc.

Alvarado and Son Construction, Inc.

Customers say: Quality work

7 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

With over 30 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"Jose, Jesus, and the whole crew are awesome. They put in the foundation, framed, and sided a new addition and did a great job. I have worked with a lot of contractors and Alvarado and Son are amazing. Their price was reasonable, the speed of getting the project done was lightning fast, and the whole crew are really nice people that you just like to have around. I have never had a foundation come out as dimensionally correct as they built it and their framing was outstanding. I literally had the city inspectors giving them compliments ... which just doesn't happen normally. If you have a similar project, look no further! "

Jon E on August 2025

With over 30 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"Jose, Jesus, and the whole crew are awesome. They put in the foundation, framed, and sided a new addition and did a great job. I have worked with a lot of contractors and Alvarado and Son are amazing. Their price was reasonable, the speed of getting the project done was lightning fast, and the whole crew are really nice people that you just like to have around. I have never had a foundation come out as dimensionally correct as they built it and their framing was outstanding. I literally had the city inspectors giving them compliments ... which just doesn't happen normally. If you have a similar project, look no further! "

Jon E on August 2025

Lancon Design & Development

Lancon Design & Development

7 years of experience

At Lancon Design & Development, we specialize in turning ordinary yards into extraordinary outdoor living spaces. Since 2018, we've proudly served homeowners with high-quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a passion for landscape excellence. Whether you're dreaming of a sleek concrete patio, stylish paver walkways, a relaxing pergola, or a fully custom outdoor kitchen, we bring your vision to life. Our services include: Concrete work: driveways, patios, and decorative finishes Paver installation: paths, patios, and driveways Pergolas and decks: stylish, functional structures built to last Sod and artificial turf: natural green or low-maintenance options Irrigation systems: efficient, smart watering solutions Ground cover and mulch: aesthetic and eco-friendly finishes Landscape design: creative plans tailored to your space and style 📍 Locally owned | 🛠 Licensed & Insured | 🌿 Committed to Quality Contact us today to bring your landscape dreams to life.

"We used HomeAdvisor to find a landscaping pro for a full front and backyard overhaul. Within minutes, we were matched with a top-rated landscaper who helped with design, sod installation, and lighting. The project was done on time and looks amazing—our neighbors keep complimenting us!"

Nelyn V on July 2025

At Lancon Design & Development, we specialize in turning ordinary yards into extraordinary outdoor living spaces. Since 2018, we've proudly served homeowners with high-quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a passion for landscape excellence. Whether you're dreaming of a sleek concrete patio, stylish paver walkways, a relaxing pergola, or a fully custom outdoor kitchen, we bring your vision to life. Our services include: Concrete work: driveways, patios, and decorative finishes Paver installation: paths, patios, and driveways Pergolas and decks: stylish, functional structures built to last Sod and artificial turf: natural green or low-maintenance options Irrigation systems: efficient, smart watering solutions Ground cover and mulch: aesthetic and eco-friendly finishes Landscape design: creative plans tailored to your space and style 📍 Locally owned | 🛠 Licensed & Insured | 🌿 Committed to Quality Contact us today to bring your landscape dreams to life.

"We used HomeAdvisor to find a landscaping pro for a full front and backyard overhaul. Within minutes, we were matched with a top-rated landscaper who helped with design, sod installation, and lighting. The project was done on time and looks amazing—our neighbors keep complimenting us!"

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Froyd and Associates, Inc.

Froyd and Associates, Inc.

Customers say: Quick response

11 local quotes requested

3 years of experience

Froyd and Associates s a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"I hired Anthony to do a complete remodel of my interior of my home. We knocked out walls redone all the lighting and cabinetry. He completely floored us with the results. We couldn’t be happier. Did exactly what he said he was going to do and in the time frame he promised! I’m using him on my next project my guest bathroom remodel. He’s honest and came in on budget. Good job to him and his team."

Dan B on August 2025

Froyd and Associates s a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"I hired Anthony to do a complete remodel of my interior of my home. We knocked out walls redone all the lighting and cabinetry. He completely floored us with the results. We couldn’t be happier. Did exactly what he said he was going to do and in the time frame he promised! I’m using him on my next project my guest bathroom remodel. He’s honest and came in on budget. Good job to him and his team."

Dan B on August 2025

Yard Creations Landscape Services, Inc.

Yard Creations Landscape Services, Inc.

66 local quotes requested

14 years of experience

Yard Creations Landscape Services, Inc. is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of landscaping and carpentry services that are customized to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. Call us today!

OT Bay Builders

1580 Oakland Rd Ste C106

OT Bay Builders

1580 Oakland Rd Ste C106

Customers say: Quick response

4 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

With 30 years of experience, We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"We love our new deck! It’s sturdy, beautiful, and adds so much value to our backyard. The team listened to what we wanted and delivered exactly that, right down to the custom railing and built-in seating."

Kolber S on April 2025

With 30 years of experience, We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"We love our new deck! It’s sturdy, beautiful, and adds so much value to our backyard. The team listened to what we wanted and delivered exactly that, right down to the custom railing and built-in seating."

Kolber S on April 2025

Entrust Masonry Recovery

Entrust Masonry Recovery

Customers say: Quick response

6 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Manual and his team were excellent workers. They kept the work area clean and did a great job. We had bricks repointed and porch surface restored. Would hire them again with no reservations. "

Donald H on June 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Manual and his team were excellent workers. They kept the work area clean and did a great job. We had bricks repointed and porch surface restored. Would hire them again with no reservations. "

Donald H on June 2025

BNO Builders

2290 North 1st Street, Suite 108

BNO Builders

2290 North 1st Street, Suite 108

Customers say: Quick response

77 local quotes requested

20 years of experience

BNO Builders is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years industry experience. We are a full service general contractor. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We will treat your home as if it were our own. Workmanship guaranteed. Call us today!

"BNO Builders did a fantastic job on our home renovation. Nestor, our contractor, was a knowledgeable and compassionate professional who walked us through the whole process from the start to finishing the smallest details. He made sure everything was done to a high standard. The workers were all very respectful of us and the property. And they finished our whole townhome faster than any of the other contractors quoted. We would choose BNO over and over again so long as Nestor would be our contractor. We put our full trust in him, and he came through every time."

Dina P on August 2024

BNO Builders is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years industry experience. We are a full service general contractor. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We will treat your home as if it were our own. Workmanship guaranteed. Call us today!

"BNO Builders did a fantastic job on our home renovation. Nestor, our contractor, was a knowledgeable and compassionate professional who walked us through the whole process from the start to finishing the smallest details. He made sure everything was done to a high standard. The workers were all very respectful of us and the property. And they finished our whole townhome faster than any of the other contractors quoted. We would choose BNO over and over again so long as Nestor would be our contractor. We put our full trust in him, and he came through every time."

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ASCEND RENOVATION & ROOFING INC

1212 Broadway Plaza SUITE 2100

ASCEND RENOVATION & ROOFING INC

1212 Broadway Plaza SUITE 2100

27 local quotes requested

9 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Ascend did a great job painting our high ceiling foyer. The contractor, Blake, was flexible with his time and stopped by to assess the area and give us an accurate quote. He pays great attention to detail and made sure it met his standards. Prior to starting the job he made sure to clearly explain what exactly would be painted. Highly recommend this company for any renovation needs."

Joncarlo M on September 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Ascend did a great job painting our high ceiling foyer. The contractor, Blake, was flexible with his time and stopped by to assess the area and give us an accurate quote. He pays great attention to detail and made sure it met his standards. Prior to starting the job he made sure to clearly explain what exactly would be painted. Highly recommend this company for any renovation needs."

Joncarlo M on September 2025

Cal Green Remodeling

1400 Coleman Ave, Unit F14-2

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Cal Green Remodeling

1400 Coleman Ave, Unit F14-2

5.00(

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Customers say: Quick response

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744 local quotes requested

Welcome to Cal Green Remodeling. We do our best to take the stress out of home remodeling, working directly with our clients to make sure they understand the process, options available, and budget. Our goal is to make your project everything you dreamt it would be. From custom kitchens to concrete floors we do it all and our experienced professionals can help you figure out what products are right for you. We offer industrial grade finishes that can handle excessive traffic, as well as fine finishes for your home. Contact us today for a free estimate, we look forward to hearing from you. Website - https://calgreenremodeling.com/ Phone - 800-803-9927

"We were looking to remodel our kitchen or bath for a few years. We kept getting estimates from different companies and always felt the price was off or the person was not a good fit. Then, finally, we met Shai with Cal Green Remodeling. What a great guy! He is very upfront and honest about what we can expect in terms of cost and work flow. Because of his honest approach, we hired him. We felt he gave us the good and bad and how to resolve the bad as well. In the end, the process was fairly smooth, and the few hick-ups we had, for example, the city and their permit process, were well explained to us at the beginning, so we were ready. Our kitchen or bath looks amazing, and I plan to work with Cal Green Remodeling again. Thanks Shai!"

Albert R on December 2023

Welcome to Cal Green Remodeling. We do our best to take the stress out of home remodeling, working directly with our clients to make sure they understand the process, options available, and budget. Our goal is to make your project everything you dreamt it would be. From custom kitchens to concrete floors we do it all and our experienced professionals can help you figure out what products are right for you. We offer industrial grade finishes that can handle excessive traffic, as well as fine finishes for your home. Contact us today for a free estimate, we look forward to hearing from you. Website - https://calgreenremodeling.com/ Phone - 800-803-9927

"We were looking to remodel our kitchen or bath for a few years. We kept getting estimates from different companies and always felt the price was off or the person was not a good fit. Then, finally, we met Shai with Cal Green Remodeling. What a great guy! He is very upfront and honest about what we can expect in terms of cost and work flow. Because of his honest approach, we hired him. We felt he gave us the good and bad and how to resolve the bad as well. In the end, the process was fairly smooth, and the few hick-ups we had, for example, the city and their permit process, were well explained to us at the beginning, so we were ready. Our kitchen or bath looks amazing, and I plan to work with Cal Green Remodeling again. Thanks Shai!"

Albert R on December 2023

My Construction Group

2011 O'Toole Ave

4.83(

183

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•Approved Pro

My Construction Group

2011 O'Toole Ave

4.83(

183

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•Approved Pro

Customers say: Terrific value

Recommended by 97% of Angi customers

Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

2930 local quotes requested

We Stand Behind Our Work, Quality, Brand and Commitment Located in San Jose, My Construction Group is your one source for construction needs, and quality design. Our experienced team and project managers will listen and help you focus on your goals, create an innovative design or renovate on matching your vision, and take all the worry and stress out of the process for you. Our team of professional contractors and project managers oversee and manage each project efficiently through on-site preparation, on-time scheduling, accurate budgeting and cost management. In addition, our goal is to assure quality building services while maintaining consistent client communication throughout each project. My Construction Group is a leading home remodeling company, interested in making the best and most remarkable construction in California. Please click or copy the link to see our new construction project https://youtu.be/1teqJZQhzBA

"Our experience is identical to what other reviewers shared. And yes, you should run from this company as fast as you can. Do not buy what Abraham shared that the payment must be made when the inspection is passed. Check the Business and Professions code yourself, the payment only needs to be made when the job is completed. It is very COMMON that the job is not even done or poorly performed even the inspection is passed. Here are the issues that multiple families including us run into with this company:: The project was delayed for over 9 months. No one manages the job. He often employs young men from his own Jewish community. They are enthusiastic but had no prior experience. The worse part is that they don't get paid. Two of them even set up a new construction business knowing Abraham will never pay them. Subcontractors can put your house on lien also. Many reviews you see on Yelp, Google, Angi are NOT genuine. Even the references are fake with hindsight, we were given 2 references. One reference shared the exact same accent as the PM. The other reference was initially happy with their work, but then reached out to us and shared a similar horror story with them like what we experienced. You will lose a lot of $$$ on materials as the subcontractors will somehow leave a thousand dollars worth of quartz at home. Maybe they want to compensate for the money Abraham owed them? Let me tell you, reordering materials is not fun."

Jaqueline R on May 2025

We Stand Behind Our Work, Quality, Brand and Commitment Located in San Jose, My Construction Group is your one source for construction needs, and quality design. Our experienced team and project managers will listen and help you focus on your goals, create an innovative design or renovate on matching your vision, and take all the worry and stress out of the process for you. Our team of professional contractors and project managers oversee and manage each project efficiently through on-site preparation, on-time scheduling, accurate budgeting and cost management. In addition, our goal is to assure quality building services while maintaining consistent client communication throughout each project. My Construction Group is a leading home remodeling company, interested in making the best and most remarkable construction in California. Please click or copy the link to see our new construction project https://youtu.be/1teqJZQhzBA

"Our experience is identical to what other reviewers shared. And yes, you should run from this company as fast as you can. Do not buy what Abraham shared that the payment must be made when the inspection is passed. Check the Business and Professions code yourself, the payment only needs to be made when the job is completed. It is very COMMON that the job is not even done or poorly performed even the inspection is passed. Here are the issues that multiple families including us run into with this company:: The project was delayed for over 9 months. No one manages the job. He often employs young men from his own Jewish community. They are enthusiastic but had no prior experience. The worse part is that they don't get paid. Two of them even set up a new construction business knowing Abraham will never pay them. Subcontractors can put your house on lien also. Many reviews you see on Yelp, Google, Angi are NOT genuine. Even the references are fake with hindsight, we were given 2 references. One reference shared the exact same accent as the PM. The other reference was initially happy with their work, but then reached out to us and shared a similar horror story with them like what we experienced. You will lose a lot of $$$ on materials as the subcontractors will somehow leave a thousand dollars worth of quartz at home. Maybe they want to compensate for the money Abraham owed them? Let me tell you, reordering materials is not fun."

Jaqueline R on May 2025

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