Just as it’s starting to get cold, you’re probably thinking about keeping warm this winter, dreaming of a cosy home with a lovely fire. However, now is the time to start thinking ahead as well. If you want to save money on your wood and fuel, you should already be thinking about next year.
The cheapest way to buy firewood is always going to be in bulk. You can make it even cheaper if you buy unprocessed wood that has not been seasoned. Of course, it will all depend on how much storage you have available, but if you can, buy a whole winter’s worth of wood in one go and load up your log store. It can save you a small fortune.
If you do decide to do this, you will need to be careful to season your wood correctly. This is important when you’re making a good, long-lasting fire – wood that is not properly dried will not burn as well, and might not burn at all. Make sure you cut your wood down to the correct size and store it properly so that it will stay dry and have a chance to become properly seasoned. This is the best way to make sure your fire will burn well and give out plenty of heat.
To buy your wood in bulk, look at where you’ll be able to get the cheapest prices. There are lots of online businesses providing firewood who will also be able to deliver it to you, bringing as much as you need in bags and nets. It might also be worth contacting local businesses, and not just ones that sell firewood – if there are any production facilities that use wood nearby, get in touch as they will often want to get rid of their unused wood quickly and cheaply.