Built for Your Backyard
At Hearth & Backyard, we believe the best meals happen outdoors. Every grill, smoker, pizza oven, and outdoor kitchen we carry is chosen for its craftsmanship and long-term durability — because your backyard deserves equipment that performs season after season. We offer free shipping within the Continental U.S. on most orders, and our team at support@hearthandbackyard.com is always ready to help.
Questions We Get a Lot
Offset smokers use wood logs or chunks and require hands-on fire management, giving you full control over smoke flavor and intensity. Pellet smokers automate temperature regulation by feeding compressed wood pellets into a firepot, making them more accessible for those who want consistent results with less monitoring. The right choice depends on how involved you want to be in the cooking process.
Seasoning your smoker — sometimes called a burn-in — coats the interior surfaces with a protective layer of oil and smoke that prevents rust and removes any manufacturing residues. Coat the interior lightly with a high-smoke-point oil, then run the smoker at around 250–275°F for two to three hours with the vents open. This step is well worth the time and sets you up for better flavor from your very first cook.
Most quality smokers are built from heavy-gauge steel designed to handle outdoor conditions, but prolonged exposure to rain and UV can accelerate wear on grates, seals, and painted surfaces. We recommend using a fitted cover whenever the smoker is not in use, especially during wet seasons. Storing your smoker under a covered patio or pergola will extend its life considerably.
We offer free shipping on smokers to the continental U.S., and most units ship via freight with curbside delivery. If you're not satisfied with your purchase, our 30-day easy returns policy has you covered — simply reach out to our team and we'll guide you through the process. Please inspect your delivery at the time of arrival and note any freight damage before signing.
About Our Smokers
At Hearth & Backyard, our smoker collection is curated for outdoor cooks who want more than just a grill — they want depth of flavor, precise temperature control, and equipment that complements a well-designed backyard. Whether you're drawn to the tactile ritual of tending an offset firebox or the set-and-monitor convenience of a pellet smoker, we carry options built with durability and performance in mind. Our smokers pair naturally with the rest of our outdoor cooking lineup, including our outdoor kitchens and BBQs, so you can build a complete backyard cooking setup that's as functional as it is handsome. Each piece in this collection is selected for build quality, cooking capacity, and long-term reliability — because great smoked food starts with equipment you can trust session after session.
