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Assistance with new backyard patio

I have to agree with diesel. I think flexibility is important and maximizing the space you have. I love the way built in look but they can take up a lot of space. I am allotting space for my weber genesis and the smoker I am buying but I want to be able to move them if I am not using them to creat more space for guests or whatever.
 
By the way Mat. A patio is going to look great off the back of the house. Absolutely do not shut in one of those doors. You will be able to do a lot of fun entertaining there.
 
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I like the versatility of having a gas grill and an insulated smoker. Some folks just don't like the smoke flavor :crazy:. Really impress them by finishing your cook on both at the same time.
 
Yup a Purty UDS and Kettle plus your Gasser build Steps and add Patio Cover maybe with a wall on one end with shelves, hAng dangly party lights, add outdoor speakers and small flat screen tucked up under patio for Football Games and get ur BBQ On!! :mrgreen:

Me ? I'd get a color matching Aluminum Carport Style Patio Cover.
 
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Not that it looks like you need shade, but I agree on the patio cover. Nothing better than sitting on the patio in the rain sipping on a beverage.

My cookers are uncovered, though.
 
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Maybe with a Brick planter box along edge:

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(Picture was stolen off Internet, uploaded to photobucket and posted ----with an IPhone)
 
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How about one of these as the focal point of your patio:
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I haven't used a gasser for 4 years now, and I can't say that there is anything I miss about it. Gas grill heads for a built in setup are not cheap. If you want flexibility, then you could even buy 2 BGE's and still spend less than you would have on a gas grill.

However, I do like landarc's idea of using the gasser to park the know-it-all! :grin:
 
Disclaimer, I sell all listed brands for a living, but the reason I recommend them is because I know them and trust them.

We've designed and built a lot of custom kitchens. I myself am working on one for my house that will have a YS640, a pizza oven, a power burner, a fridge, a sink, plus plenty of dry storage.

The built in ceramic grills (Primo, BGE, Kamado Joe) are very nice, and are very versatile, though (IMO) they lack space for the money. Have you thought about a charcoal built in head? There are a few out there that are quite nice and won't break the bank, then you can have a smoker that is a bit more portable for convenience.

Also, don't think that you have to spend $4k to get a nice built in gas head. Check out the Napoleon Gourmet Grills line. Their built-ins start at $899 and are incredible cookers for high heat grilling and such. Plus, if you want charcoal, you can just add their charcoal tray on one side and cook with either or.

In other words, there are a lot of options out there, so take some time and make sure it has everything you would want before you start building. :razz:
 
We get a lot of summer rain showers down here in florida. Plus the sun can take a toll on you in the summer as well. I had a florida room built last year and wanted an area to get out of the elements when needed. Half way through the florida room build I made a change for an extra door. I just know how many times I will run back and forth to the house. It all worked out pretty good. Its still a work in progress, but so far its been nice for football season. Every week end we have a nice crowd.
 

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Custom pit with a OTG / BGE or other Kamodo style / WSM.

You can also always pick up a Weber Q grill if you want a propane backup.
 
Viking said:
We get a lot of summer rain showers down here in florida...etc
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I would kill to have some kind of setup like that.

Oh how to dream.


EDIT...Wipings banner would have to go though...preferably in a fiery end. ;)
 
I've been working on my backyard for the last year and a half. Like you're doing, I put down a paver patio and also did a cover and just wrapping up my island. If I had to do it again, I would have put a spot in the island for a kamado grill. Oh well, I'll just have it off to the side now.

Just finishing up the lighting. Need to put some led strip lights underneath the counter and bar area still.





 
Joe can I get a pic of your cover and your house? Curious how it looks
 
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