After years of dreaming of heating with wood we took the plunge and had a Hampton HI300 wood insert installed this week. I was able to gather (for free) three cords of locust in April and a cord or two of cherry in June. I've been watching Craigslist for realistic ads for free wood and was able to get another cord and a half of locust this weekend. I doubt any of this wood will be ready for this winter but i'm well on my way for the 2011 season. I've read many posts from western PA and it seems that most folks go through 4 to 6 cords a season.
My question is does anyone in the area know of a reputable wood dealers that have properly seasoned wood? Does it sound like I have a shot of any of my current wood being ready this year (its all cut/split/stacked)? And what price should I expect to pay per cord this year?.
And since i'm totally new to this, any other thoughts or suggestions would be a great help.
My question is does anyone in the area know of a reputable wood dealers that have properly seasoned wood? Does it sound like I have a shot of any of my current wood being ready this year (its all cut/split/stacked)? And what price should I expect to pay per cord this year?.
And since i'm totally new to this, any other thoughts or suggestions would be a great help.