The homeowner who is presently heating with wood or who plans to convert at least partially to a wood-burning home heating system may find a portion of the annual wood supply in his own yard. In many areas of Florida even small house lots usually have shade trees. In most instances trees are cut because of physical damage, insects, disease, or defect. What ever the reasons, the owner may plan or these removals at a time to coincide with fuel wood needs.
Some homeowners build on preselected lots and have control over house style and location.
In this case they may decide which and how many trees will be removed. Most homeowners, however buy from a developer or previous owner and have little or no say in landscaping the lot and little opportunity to manage for a secondary product such as firewood. Since the lot owner will live on the acreage for three or four years, changes will usually take place. Often some additions are made to the house and lot. Additional Benefits Florida's climate is conducive to growing wood much laster than most other areas in the nation.