Twin brothers Tyler and Brady Mainka started Best Burn Firewood in August 2016 at 20 years old — with one processor, one homemade kiln, zero employees, and 80-hour work weeks. Nearly a decade later, we’re one of the Midwest’s leading firewood manufacturers and distributors.
We buy logs directly from Wisconsin logging contractors who perform DNR land clearing projects. Every step after that happens in-house — making us a vertically integrated firewood manufacturer with complete quality control at every stage.
Raw logs sourced directly from Wisconsin DNR land clearing contractors. Segregated by species on arrival and stacked on-site.
Logs split using a patented 16-way wedge system. Tumbled clean of debris via conveyor before moving to the kiln.
Every load heated to 265°F for 24–32 hours in industrial Kiln-Direct kilns. Eliminates moisture, pests, mold, and disease.
Finished firewood stored indoors, off the ground, protected from moisture and pests until delivery or packaging.
Every load machine-screened a second time before loading to remove any remaining debris. Clean wood every time.
Loaded into custom delivery trucks that measure exact quantities. What you order is exactly what arrives — no shortcuts.

In Fall 2023, we expanded operations into the greater Chicago area, bringing the same kiln-dried quality and reliable delivery that built our reputation in Wisconsin to Illinois customers. Same wood, same process, new market.
Visit Chicago SiteWhether you’re a homeowner looking for firewood delivery in southeastern Wisconsin or a retailer exploring a national bundle program — we’d like to hear from you.
