It is on the outside of the building and enclosed but I would not say always well maintained. It supposedly opens at 6 but they are still power washing at 620. Fewer machines work every time I go there. It pains me to say it but even Walmart does a better job with can redemption. I like the store in general but the can redemption area is pitiful and clearly not a real high priority.

Yes

I dont think you can. I'm pretty sure it's 16.

I believe so on some restaurant/food items, but not in general

I know that Hy-Vee sell's Village Hearth products, call them and ask!!!

Yes

Yes, several varieties.

I don't know but you could call them and ask and also see if they have the size you would need

It's the same company, yes.