If you just want the fire pit going on a cool night, you don't need a cord of wood dumped in your driveway. A few bundles will do it. But "a bundle" isn't a standard size, and "seasoned" can mean a lot of things. So here's what we'd ask before buying from anybody, us included.

(Looking for why we like live oak and how to keep wood dry once it's home? That's in firewood season in Dripping Springs. This one is about the buying part.)

1. What kind of wood is it, and where was it cut?

A seller should be able to answer both without thinking about it. Species changes how a fire burns, and wood that traveled a long way can bring pests along with it. Ours is live oak from our own property here in Dripping Springs. If the answer is "mixed hardwood, not sure where it came from," that tells you something too.

2. How dry is it, and how do they know?

"Seasoned" means the wood has had time to dry. It doesn't tell you how dry it is today. The EPA says wood is ready to burn below 20 percent moisture, and that a basic moisture meter from a hardware store takes the guesswork out of it. Their tip is to split a piece and test the freshly split face, not the outside (EPA moisture meter guide). Wet wood gives off less heat and more smoke.

So it's fair to ask a seller how they check. We sell ours split and seasoned. We haven't posted moisture readings on the site, so if that number matters to you, ask.

3. Will the pieces fit what you're burning in?

Measure the inside of your fire pit, chiminea or fireplace before you head out. Then ask about typical log length and whether a bundle is big splits, smaller pieces or a mix. Smaller pieces get a fire going, bigger splits keep it going. And go by your equipment's instructions for what it can handle.

4. How much is actually in a bundle?

This is the one people skip. Bundles vary a lot from seller to seller, so the price per bundle doesn't tell you much by itself. Ask for rough dimensions or a photo next to something familiar.

Be a little skeptical of promised burn times. How long a bundle lasts depends on how big you build the fire, what you're burning it in, the wind and how often you throw another log on. If it's going to be a long night, grab an extra.

Ours are $10 a bundle, $20 for two or $30 for three. Need more than that? Put it in the notes on the order form.

5. How does pickup work?

For a small order, pickup should be easy. Ask when wood is available and how you pay. Here's how ours works. Send a request on the order form, we confirm what we have and your pickup time, and it'll be waiting in our garage for self-serve pickup. You can pay by Zelle, Venmo or cash. Most people add eggs or a loaf of sourdough to the same order and grab it all at once.

Check the rules before you light it

Buying firewood doesn't mean you can burn it today. As of November 8, 2026, the Hays County Fire Marshal's page says the county burn ban was lifted on November 4. Things dry out fast around here and a new ban can go into effect, so check that page the day you plan a fire, and check your city's rules too if you're inside city limits.

Bundle details and pricing are on our firewood page. When you're ready, send us your order and we'll take it from there.