How To Make A Squirrel Nest Box

To attach the box to the tree use a lag screw and washer at the top and bottom of the back piece.

How to make a squirrel nest box. Cut extra access hole into side of bird house. First the number of squirrels is important. See more ideas about squirrel nesting boxes and squirrel feeder. Create shelves using plywood.

A squirrel nest box can be made more enticing by filling it half full with dry leaves. This should just about line up with the two screws that hold the predator guard. Regardless of whether the nest box is plain or fancy the needs of the squirrels should be checked. On the front of the nest box place a mark 1 below the center of the entrance hole.

Lag screws must be loosened annually to allow for tree growth. Start a 2 screw through the pilot hole so that the point just comes through the other side. Fasten it to the box top through the three previously drilled pilot holes. The nests made with the assistance of various squirrel house plans depending on preference and availability of materials can be mounted on structures or young trees.

Drill a 1 8 hole through the door as shown. The entrance hole should face either east or south to be downwind from prevailing winter winds.