SEASONED MIXED HARD FIREWOOD

Defined

The standard unit of measure for cut sawlogs is the cord. A cord of wood measures 4ft high X 4ft wide by 100 in. (8ft 4in) long. Sawmills and lumber companies refer to this measurement when dealing with raw material.

The standard unit of measure for firewood is the face cord. A face cord is a stack of firewood 4ft high X 8ft long (32 ft²) X 16-18 in. deep. One face cord contains approximately 210-225 pieces of firewood. Half-face cords are also available as the smallest scale measure.

STACKED

When a delivery is ordered stacked, the wood is stacked* (4'x 8' face cords, or 4'x4' half) anywhere accessible as specified on the property delivered to, except upstairs.  Stacking location must be in a rack or on a completely level surface to ensure proper stacking.

*NOTE - during winter months ALL areas must be shoveled to the stack site, this includes grass.  We reserve the right to stack on the driveway if shoveling has not been completed upon arrival.

   When a delivery is on the driveway, it is loosely piled/stacked* (4'x 8' face cords or 4'x4' half), usually in the most convenient place for both the driver and homeowner.

$175.50 per face cord (stacking add $33.25) plus delivery*

$105.00 for a half-face cord (stacking add $16.63) plus delivery*

*All delivered wood is stacked (or loosely piled/stacked if the stacked option is waived), regardless of placement on the property. A face cord stacked is usually 4' x 8' or any combination of 32ft² if space constraints do not permit. On deliveries where a rack or container for firewood is not provided, face cords will have crosshatched ends for structural stability. Although we do our best, Steve Piper & Sons, Inc. cannot be held responsible for stacked wood collapse where inadequate conditions were not available or for situations out of control of SPSI, i.e. weather, animals, unleveled ground, playing children, etc. Delivery fees start at $32.00 for Naperville/Aurora and vary depending on location. Please call for exact location pricing.

FIREWOOD BURNING TIPS

Your firewood is composed of various hardwoods that have been “seasoned” for approximately one year. The term “seasoned” means to allow the sap to leave the wood, therefore making it more porous to absorb moisture from rain or snow.

Before purchase, your firewood was stored outside. Please note, if your load was delivered during a rainy time or freezing temperatures, you would need to allow the wood to sit unexposed for several days before burning.

Before burning your wood, take a few minutes to make sure your fireplace is ready for use. Always make sure your flue is open!!

To start your fire, use the smaller, lighter pieces of wood over a bed of newspaper and kindling.

Feed your fire with larger, denser pieces.

A closely woven grate is recommended to keep hot coals from falling away from burning logs.

For example, oak burns with a tiny flame, whereas fruitwoods such as cherry and apple burn with some color. A crackling or popping sound is the result of knots in the wood.

Your firewood is guaranteed to burn. If you're not satisfied with your purchase, we will exchange the wood or offer a refund. (Refund excludes stacking/handling and shipping charges)

Always remember to be safe while burning your firewood.