The pros of selling firewood on your property

If you have land, trees, or a driveway near a road, selling firewood can turn what you already have into steady side income. Buyers are looking for local stands—roadside, farm stands, and driveways—and FirewoodPickup connects them with sellers like you. Here’s why it’s worth considering.

You’re already there. Selling from your property means no commute and no second location. Set up a stand or a spot by the road, post your bundles and prices, and buyers can find you on the map. Many sellers use an honor system with a lockbox; others are there to hand off wood and chat. It’s flexible and fits around your schedule.

Firewood turns surplus into cash. Fallen limbs, thinning, or leftover wood from projects can become bundles that sell for around $10 each. Season it, stack it, and list it. You’re putting wood to use instead of burning or dumping it, and your neighbors get local firewood. It’s a win-win.

Assessing your property for a firewood stand is straightforward. Think about a few things: Is there safe pull-off or driveway access so customers can park or turn around? Do you have (or can you get) enough wood to keep a small inventory? Is the spot visible from the road or easy to find with directions? If you can say yes to those, you’re in a good position. You don’t need a big operation—many sellers start with a few bundles and a sign. FirewoodPickup handles the “where to find you” part: list your location once and buyers searching by map or address can discover your stand.

Listing on FirewoodPickup puts you in front of people who are already looking for firewood near them. You set your own prices, bundle sizes, and whether you offer delivery. New sellers get 1 month free (card required to start trial). If you’ve been thinking about selling firewood on your property, there’s no better time to list your stand and see who shows up.