If you’re interested in setting up this type of heating in your home, fireplace or wood stove installation costs $900 to $4,000.
Bundle
You’ll pay $5 to $15 for a bundle of wood from most stores; tree services generally don’t offer them. A bundle of wood is usually a few pieces of firewood and kindling, often sold for campfires.
Quarter Cord
Quarter cords cost $50 to $125 on average, depending on your location and the type of wood. Most professionals offer it as a choice, but you’ll pay more per cubic foot for this size than any of the other sizes.
Rick or Face Cord
A rick of wood is another way to describe a face cord or third-cord of wood and costs $75 to $200 on average. The term “rick of wood” is most common in the Midwest. Both a quarter and face cord are excellent choices for recreational use of your fireplace.
Half Cord
A half cord of wood ranges from $100 to $300. They’re commonly sold by professionals in all regions. You’ll pay slightly more per cubic foot for this over a full cord, but it’s a better option for those who use their fireplace as a backup for their main heat source.
Full Cord
A full cord costs $150 to $500, depending on the type of wood you purchase and your location. It’ll last six to 12 weeks of burning twice per day. Hardwoods last up to three months, while softwoods like pine will be gone after six weeks. Get this size if you use your wood stove or fireplace as your main heat source in the winter. Northern climates will generally need two cords per winter.
If you feel like this form of heating isn’t working the way it should, contact a wood stove repair service near you to make sure everything is in order. Consider finding a local fireplace insert installer as well, as that can also improve heating efficiency.