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FAQs

  • Can you burn green (unseasoned) wood?

    You can burn green wood, but shouldn’t—it produces minimal heat, maximum smoke, dangerous creosote buildup, and wastes money.

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  • How much firewood do I need for winter?

    Most homes need 1-6 cords per winter depending on climate, home size, and whether wood is primary or supplemental heat.

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  • How should firewood be stored?

    Store firewood elevated off the ground, 20-30 feet from your home, in a sunny location with only the top covered to allow airflow.

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  • How can you tell if firewood is dry?

    Dry firewood shows cracks in end grain, sounds hollow when knocked together, weighs less, and measures below 20% moisture with a meter.

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  • What causes creosote buildup in chimneys?

    Creosote forms when smoke from wet wood or inefficient fires condenses in chimneys, creating a dangerous, flammable tar-like deposit.

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