Colorado Tree and Firewood
(970) 682-0462 - (402) 659-5591 - (719) 680-1071
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a cord of wood?
A full cord is the amount of wood that will stack
into 128 cubic feet. This is the equivalent of a
stack 4 foot tall 4 foot wide and 8 foot long. This
is about 2 full size pickup loads with the wood
stacked to the top of the sides.
What is unseasoned firewood?
Green or unseasoned firewood is freshly cut and
/ or split, has a higher moisture content and
releases less heat when burned. Unseasoned
firewood is usually sold when fly-by-night
vendors sell firewood at a very cheap price and
market the firewood as seasoned. If you find
firewood priced at an amount that is too good to
be true then chances are it may be unseasoned.
At Colorado Tree & Firewood we always
guarantee our firewood to be seasoned and
ready to burn at the time of purchase.
What is seasoned firewood?
Seasoned wood is firewood which has dried out
to a sufficiently low moisture content to burn
readily. Seasoning usually requires up to a year
& some very dense hardwoods will require over
two years to season properly. Seasoned wood
burns hotter, longer & cleaner.
How do I store my firewood?
For best results, wood should be stacked off the
ground, in an open area exposed to sun and
wind. Cover just the top of your wood pile to
protect from rain and snow.
Does heating with wood affect
environment?
According to most environmental sources,
burning firewood for heat will not hurt the
environment since it releases no more
greenhouse gases than would be produced if
the wood simply rotted on the forest floor. Trees
actually recycle carbon dioxide absorbing it as
they grow and release it when they decompose
or burn.
What does BTU rating mean?
A British Thermal Unit (BTU) is the amount of
heat energy needed to raise the temperature of
one pound of water by one degree F. This is the
standard measurement used to state the
amount of energy that a fuel has as well as the
amount of output of any heat generating device.
So, the higher the BTU number for the variety of
firewood (Oak) shows that it will produce more
heat than compared to a lower number BTU
variety(Pine).
What length is the firewood you sell?
Pieces are already split and cut to a length of 15-
20 inches. Shorter or longer links may be
available.
How much wood do I order?
Our average customer burns 1 cord per season
which is about 1 to 2 times per week give or take
during the winter months.
Can I pick up the firewood?
Yes. Our lot is not attended regularly so we
would need to coordinate a time and date to
meet up to load the pallets onto your vehicle.
What areas do you deliver to?
Anywhere in Northern Colorado and Southern
Wyoming
Is there a delivery fee?
Yes, cost depends on your location.
Do I need to be home when delivery is
made?
No. The delivery can be arranged ahead of time,
we just need the spot marked where you want
the pallets of firewood to be placed.
Where will you put the firewood?
We will drop the firewood or place the pallets of
firewood using our equipment at your stacking
location or as close to your stacking location as
possible. We generally need an nine foot wide
access area and flat, even terrain to maneuver
the equipment on.
What type of wood works best for smok-
ing meats?
Hardwoods of oak, hickory, cherry and pecan
work best.
What should I use to start my fire?
In a normal size fireplace or stove take three
medium to small sized pieces of wood. Place
two pieces side to side on the bottom and place
the third piece across the top of the other two
pieces. Then place ample amounts of
newspaper under and around each piece.
What form of payment do you accept?
Cash, check, and major credit card is accepted.
When is payment due?
Payment is due at pickup or delivery of the
firewood