Fireproofing the deck...

[archer2010]

Mine is on 3 thick pavers sitting on a concrete grill pad.

[ATXBill]

I put mine up on cinder blocks. It also raises the PBC up to my level a little bit. Its too damn short.

2nd that. I placed a composite deck protector under mine, and then 1-inch cement pavers. They extend out about a foot or so from the PBC, which gives me a good place to set the chimney starter after pouring the hot coals.

Having the PBC raised up a couple of inches makes a big difference.