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A huge shout-out to the unsung heroes of the winter season! ❄️🚜

While most of us are staying cozy inside, there’s a dedicated crew out there working around the clock. To everyone plowing the roads, clearing the sidewalks, shoveling out businesses, and keeping our driveways clear—THANK YOU. Your hard work keeps our community moving and, more importantly, keeps us all safe. We see you, we appreciate you, and we’re sending you all the warm vibes! ☕️

DON’T GET LEFT IN THE COLD: Prepare for the 10-Day Deep Freeze

With the low temperatures projected to stay mostly in the single digits over the next week and a half, heating efficiency is more important than ever. At Barefoot Pellet Company, we take pride in providing high-BTU, low-ash fuel that keeps your equipment running smoothly when it matters most.

Stock Up on Premium Hardwood Fuel:

  • 40-lb & 23.8-lb Pellets: 100% hardwood with no additives for a clean, efficient burn.
  • Sunfire Heating Blocks: Highly compressed wood blocks designed for long-lasting heat in woodstoves and fireplaces.

As a family-owned business, we know how important it is to keep your home comfortable. Visit our Dealer Locator to find Barefoot products near you before the next cold front hits.

🌳 Future Leaders Visit Our Pellet Mill: Athens Middle School FFA Tour!

The Athens Middle School FFA chapter toured the Barefoot Pellet Company Mill today!

The 23 students learned about the innovative process of transforming a natural byproduct—sawdust—into valuable fuel. They saw firsthand how we use leftover sawdust from our lumber and flooring operations to create high-quality hardwood heating pellets and BBQ pellets.

This visit truly drove home the message that we do not waste any part of the tree: logs become lumber, bark becomes mulch, and all the sawdust gets converted into blocks and pellets! Thank you to the FFA students for their respectful visit and engaging questions.
#ffa #AthensMiddleSchoolFFA

Celebrating 22 Years of Dedication: Thank You, Ron Wheeler!

Today, Barefoot Pellet Company is proud to celebrate a massive milestone: Ron Wheeler is marking his 22nd anniversary as our Maintenance Man!

For over two decades, Ron has been the backbone of our operations. He is incredibly knowledgeable, hard-working, and dedicated to keeping our facility running smoothly. Ron is a true team player who never backs down from a challenge; he will always find a way to get issues diagnosed and fixed in a timely manner.

Thank you, Ron, for your years of service and for ensuring we keep production moving.
We appreciate you!

Honoring Our Heroes on Veterans Day

Today, November 11th, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country.

From the entire team at Cummings Lumber, Barefoot Pellet, & Barefoot Flooring, we extend a very sincere thank you to all our veterans for your dedication and sacrifice.

Your service makes our freedom possible. Happy Veterans Day!

#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #Military #Service #CummingsLumber #BarefootPellet #BarefootFlooring

Celebrating 57 Years of Inspiration: Roy Cummings Jr.

Today, we honor an incredible milestone: Roy Cummings Jr.’s 57 years of service at Cummings Lumber! Though now enjoying his well-deserved retirement, Roy’s journey is a powerful testament to dedication and visionary leadership, inspiring countless people along the way.

Roy started with Cummings Lumber back in 1968 and rose to the role of president, shaping the company and the industry. His entrepreneurial drive didn’t stop there; he went on to establish Barefoot Flooring in 2001 and the Barefoot Pellet Company in 2005.

Roy’s approach—combining time-honored values with innovative thinking—helped these companies flourish and set a high bar for excellence. His legacy is one of unwavering commitment, integrity, and inspiration.

Thank you, Roy, for your remarkable 57 years and for showing all of us the enduring impact of hard work and truly visionary leadership.

Cozy Up: Winter’s Coming!

At Barefoot Pellet, we produce the quality fuel you need:

  • Super Premium Hardwood Pellets in 40-lb and 23.8-lb bags (single or ton orders).
  • Sunfire Heating Blocks for fireplaces/woodstoves (6 blocks/package – available in bulk).

All our products are made in the USA from 100% hardwood with no glues or binders, ensuring a clean, efficient burn with very low ash.

We’re a family-owned business dedicated to keeping your family warm!

Find a dealer near you: https://barefootpellet.com/dealer-locator/

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