A half cord of seasoned hardwood, 64 cubic feet, delivered split and ready to stack. The most popular size for regular fireplace use across the winter.
We have always spread our own mulch for the past 24 years. This was our first time with the Mulch Mound - things I liked: they have online ordering and provide a digital receipt which means you can remember how much you ordered (I always forget for the next year!), they were o...
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How Much Firewood Do I Need?
For Pittsburgh's typical five to seven month heating season, plan on one to two cords for occasional use and two to three cords if you burn nightly.
What is a 1/2 Cord?
A full cord is a stacked pile of split firewood measuring 4 feet high by 4 feet deep by 8 feet long, about 128 cubic feet. Every size we sell is measured against that same standard. A full cord is 128 cubic feet, a half cord is 64, a third of a cord is 43, and a quarter cord is 32. When you compare prices, ask how many cubic feet you are getting. A stack sold as 4 feet high by 8 feet long looks the same from the front whether it is 4 feet deep or 16 inches deep, but the shallow one holds about a third as much wood.
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A half cord of seasoned hardwood, 64 cubic feet, delivered split and ready to stack. The most popular size for regular fireplace use across the winter.
We have always spread our own mulch for the past 24 years. This was our first time with the Mulch Mound - things I liked: they have online ordering and provide a digital receipt which means you can remember how much you ordered (I always forget for the next year!), they were o...
How Much Firewood Do I Need?
For Pittsburgh's typical five to seven month heating season, plan on one to two cords for occasional use and two to three cords if you burn nightly.
What is a 1/2 Cord?
A full cord is a stacked pile of split firewood measuring 4 feet high by 4 feet deep by 8 feet long, about 128 cubic feet. Every size we sell is measured against that same standard. A full cord is 128 cubic feet, a half cord is 64, a third of a cord is 43, and a quarter cord is 32. When you compare prices, ask how many cubic feet you are getting. A stack sold as 4 feet high by 8 feet long looks the same from the front whether it is 4 feet deep or 16 inches deep, but the shallow one holds about a third as much wood.
We have always spread our own mulch for the past 24 years. This was our first time with the Mulch Mound - things I liked: they have online ordering...
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We have always spread our own mulch for the past 24 years. This was our first time with the Mulch Mound - things I liked: they have online ordering and provide a digital receipt which means you can remember how much you ordered (I always forget for the next year!), they were on time, they were able to deliver in 48 hours, they were generous with the portion (we got 9 yards and it felt like a FULL nine yards!), the driver was polite! We have ordered from reputable places, and there is always a little trash in the mulch. The mulch we recv'd from Mulch Mound had barely any... we were pleasant surprised!!! Color was great! Not to mention - the price was competitive and LOWER than other mulch places around. We will use again !! Highly recommend! Thanks Mulch Mound!
While you are prepping for winter, check out our mulch and soil options for insulating garden beds before the ground freezes, both sourced with the same Pittsburgh area conditions in mind.
Stack your firewood off the ground on a pallet or rack, with the top covered but the sides open to airflow. Pittsburgh's humid summers and wet falls mean uncovered stacks can reabsorb moisture even after seasoning, so a simple roof over the pile without fully wrapping the sides keeps air moving and prevents mold while still shedding rain and snow through the long winter.
Mulch Mound Pro Tip
Oak and hickory take longer to catch but burn hotter and longer once going, making them ideal for overnight burns during Pittsburgh's coldest stretches. Start your fire with a few smaller pieces of maple or kindling to build heat quickly, then add the denser oak or hickory once you have solid coals. This layering approach gets your stove up to temperature faster on frigid nights.
Mulch Mound Pro Tip
Order your firewood well before the October 10 first frost, since demand across the Pittsburgh area climbs quickly once temperatures drop and suppliers can sell out of fully seasoned wood. Buying early also gives any slightly less dry pieces extra weeks to finish drying in your own stack before you need them, which matters given our valley's persistent humidity.
Wood Heat in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh winters stretch from around the October 10 first frost well into spring, meaning many households run a wood stove or fireplace for five months or more. At 1,217 feet elevation with humid river valley air, unseasoned wood struggles to dry once it is on your property, so starting with properly seasoned hardwood matters more here than in drier climates. Our firewood comes from oak, hickory, and hard maple sourced near Pittsburgh, species that have already spent months drying to a low moisture content before delivery. Burning wood that is not fully seasoned in this humidity leads to smoky, low heat fires and heavier creosote buildup in chimneys. Because our region's silty clay soil and river valley moisture keep ambient humidity high, we season our wood longer than a drier climate would require. That extra time pays off in a hotter, cleaner burn all winter long.
Local Hardwood Species
Expect dense regional hardwoods like oak, hickory, maple, and ash. These species burn longer and hotter than softwoods, which is what you want when a cold snap settles in and the stove runs all day.
Seasoning and Moisture
Firewood needs 6 to 12 months of drying before it burns well. Properly seasoned wood lights faster, throws more heat, and keeps creosote out of your chimney, which matters most in the coldest weeks of the year.
Buy Local, Burn Local
Firewood that travels long distances spreads invasive pests like the emerald ash borer. Our wood is cut and seasoned close to where it is delivered, which protects local trees and means fresher wood for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much firewood does a typical Pittsburgh home need to get through winter?
Most Pittsburgh homes burning a few nights a week from October through April go through one to two full cords, while daily wood stove users often need two to three cords. Our long heating season, running from the October 10 first frost to the May 10 last frost, means many households order in the fall and again mid winter to stay stocked.
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What does seasoned firewood actually mean and why does it matter here?
Seasoned means the wood has dried for months until its moisture content drops low enough to burn hot and clean. In Pittsburgh's humid river valley air, green or partially dried wood holds onto moisture longer than it would in a drier climate, so buying already seasoned wood saves you from smoky fires and heavy creosote buildup in your chimney.
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What kinds of wood will I actually get delivered?
Expect a mix of oak, hickory, and hard maple, all common hardwoods harvested from forests near Pittsburgh. These species are dense and burn long and hot, which suits our region's cold snaps better than lighter woods.
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Is this firewood really sourced locally, and does that matter?
Yes, all our wood is sourced near Pittsburgh rather than trucked in from far away. Keeping firewood local matters because moving it long distances can spread invasive pests like the emerald ash borer, which has already damaged ash trees across Pennsylvania.
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How does delivery work once I place an order?
You choose your cord size and a delivery date, and our truck brings the wood loose to your driveway. Stacking is not included, so plan on having space and a bit of time to move it to your woodpile.
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What is the difference between a quarter cord, a third cord, a half cord, and a full cord?
A full cord is 128 cubic feet, measuring 4 feet high by 4 feet deep by 8 feet long when stacked. Our quarter cord is one fourth of that volume, our third cord is one third, and our half cord is exactly half, so you can size your order to match how much stacking space and storage you have on your property.
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Are there any local rules I should know about burning wood in Pittsburgh?
Allegheny County occasionally issues air quality action days during winter temperature inversions, when residents are asked to limit unnecessary wood burning to help keep smoke from settling in the valley. Checking the Allegheny County Health Department's air quality alerts before a big burn day is a good habit if you live in a low lying neighborhood.
