About this firewood

A quarter cord of seasoned hardwood, 32 cubic feet, split and ready to burn. A tidy starter load for occasional fires and fireplace evenings through the season.

Online ordering was really simple and I liked the transparent pricing.

Occasional burners typically need a quarter to half cord for the season, while regular users heating through Rochester Hills's full frost window from October to May should plan on one to two full cords.

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.

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.

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.

Rochester Hills Firewood Delivery

Rochester Hills Firewood Delivery

4.7
137 reviews
Regular price $219.00 per 1/4 Cord
Regular price Sale price $219.00
Sale Sold out
Shipping calculated at checkout.
Type
Size
Hand-picked local yards
4,000+ regional deliveries
Dedicated support
Why order through Mulch Mound

The best local firewood, without the guesswork.

We hand-pick and partner with the best yards in your region, keep only the ones our buyers rate well, and back each load with our guarantee.

Mulch Mound Guarantee

If your firewood isn't the quantity or quality you ordered, we'll make it right.

About this firewood

A quarter cord of seasoned hardwood, 32 cubic feet, split and ready to burn. A tidy starter load for occasional fires and fireplace evenings through the season.

Online ordering was really simple and I liked the transparent pricing.

Occasional burners typically need a quarter to half cord for the season, while regular users heating through Rochester Hills's full frost window from October to May should plan on one to two full cords.

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.

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.

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.

View full details

How It Works

Getting started is easy — just follow these simple steps

1

Choose your cord size

Make sure you adjust the quantity to your home's needs. You can use our calculator to estimate how much you'll need.

2

Select your delivery date

Select a delivery date you'd like for the product to be dropped off at your home

3

Sit back and wait

Sit back, wait, and let us work our magic to make sure the highest quality product is delivered to your driveway.

From The Mouths of Rochester Hills Folks

4.7
out of 5 based on 137 reviews
Google Reviews

Complete Your Outdoor Project

While you're prepping your property for winter, consider pairing your firewood order with mulch or stone from our Rochester Hills materials page to protect garden beds through the same sandy loam soil before the ground freezes.

Map of the firewood delivery area around Rochester Hills, Michigan

Service area

Areas we deliver firewood in Rochester Hills, Michigan

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Stack firewood off bare ground on pallets or rails so air can circulate underneath, since Rochester Hills's humid summers and wet fall weather can wick moisture back into split wood sitting directly on soil. Angle the top layer or cover it loosely with a tarp, leaving the sides open, so rain and early snow run off instead of soaking into the stack before your coldest nights arrive.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Local oak burns long and steady, making it a solid choice for overnight fires, while maple lights faster and works well for getting a cold stove up to temperature quickly on a frosty Rochester Hills morning. Test moisture by knocking two splits together, a sharp crack means it is ready to burn, while a dull thud usually means it needs more drying time.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Order your firewood in late summer or early fall, well before the October 10 average first frost, so it has time to settle into your stack before you actually need it. Homeowners who wait until the first cold snap often find themselves burning wood that has not had enough time to finish drying properly for the season ahead.

Wood Heat in Rochester Hills

Rochester Hills winters run long, with frost typically arriving by October 10 and lingering until early May, so households burning wood need fuel that lights fast and burns hot from the first cold snap through the last one. Green wood cut from Michigan hardwoods can carry too much internal moisture to burn cleanly in our humid summers and damp falls, which means smoky fires, poor heat output, and heavy creosote buildup in chimneys. Our seasoned hardwood is dried down to the point where it splits clean and sounds hollow when knocked together, giving Rochester Hills homeowners consistent heat through the sandy loam soil region's swings between damp autumns and dry, cold winters. Local oak, maple, and ash are the backbone of our supply, all species that grow well in zone 6b and are familiar to anyone who has cleaned up a yard after a Michigan windstorm. Buying wood that was already seasoned near Rochester Hills means it is ready to burn the day it hits your driveway instead of sitting in a stack losing moisture while your first cold nights pass you by.

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

Click a question to see the answer

Answer

How much firewood does a typical Rochester Hills winter actually take?

With frost often lasting from October 10 through early May, most Rochester Hills homeowners burning a few nights a week go through half a cord to a full cord over the season, while those relying on wood heat as a primary source can use two to three full cords.

Answer

What does seasoned firewood mean and why does it matter here?

Seasoned means the wood has dried down over months so it lights easily and burns hot instead of hissing and smoking, which matters in our region because humid summers and wet fall weather can keep green wood damp well into burning season if it is not dried properly beforehand.

Answer

What kind of wood will I actually get delivered?

Expect a mix of local oak, maple, and ash, all species common to Rochester Hills yards and woodlots, chosen for their density and long, steady burn compared to softer woods.

Answer

Why does it matter that the firewood is sourced locally?

Firewood should always be bought near where it is burned because hauling wood long distances can spread invasive pests like the emerald ash borer, which has already devastated ash trees across southeast Michigan, so our wood is sourced near Rochester Hills to keep that risk contained.

Answer

How does delivery to my driveway work?

We schedule a delivery window, drive out with your chosen cord size, and dump the wood loose at your driveway, leaving stacking to you since that step is not included.

Answer

How is a cord actually measured, and how do your smaller sizes compare?

A full cord is 128 cubic feet stacked, measuring 4 feet high by 4 feet deep by 8 feet long, and our quarter, third, and half cord options are simply fractional portions of that same stacked volume for households that do not need a full cord at once.

Answer

When should I order to make sure I'm stocked before winter hits?

Since frost can arrive by October 10 in Rochester Hills, ordering in late summer or early fall gives you time to get wood stacked and settled before the first genuinely cold nights show up.

More delivery around Rochester Hills, Michigan

All Rochester Hills, Michigan landscape supply