Build Your Own Squirrel Houses Free Easy To Follow Plans Pdf

Squirrels are beautiful creatures that can be a joy to have around, but they also can be a nuisance. They can damage your property, eat your birdseed, and even get into your home. One way to keep them away from your property is to build them their own house. Here are some free and easy-to-follow plans for building your own squirrel house.

### Materials You Will Need:

- 1 piece of 3/4 inch plywood (2 feet by 4 feet) - 1 piece of 1/2 inch plywood (2 feet by 4 feet) - 1 piece of 1/4 inch plywood (2 feet by 4 feet) - 1/2 inch wood screws - Wood glue - A saw - A drill - A hammer - A screwdriver - A staple gun - Roofing felt - Shingles

### Instructions:

Step 1:

Cut the plywood. Cut the 3/4 inch plywood into two pieces, each measuring 2 feet by 2 feet. Cut the 1/2 inch plywood into two pieces, each measuring 2 feet by 1 foot. Cut the 1/4 inch plywood into one piece measuring 2 feet by 2 feet.

Step 2:

Assemble the box. Join the two pieces of 3/4 inch plywood together with wood glue and screws to form a box. Join the two pieces of 1/2 inch plywood together to form the door. Attach the door to the box with wood glue and screws.

Step 3:

Cut the roof. Cut the 1/4 inch plywood into a triangle that measures 2 feet by 2 feet. Cut the roofing felt into a triangle that measures 2 feet by 2 feet. Attach the roofing felt to the plywood with staples.

Step 4:

Add the shingles. Cut the shingles into 1-inch squares. Attach the shingles to the roof with staples.

Step 5:

Hang the house. Choose a location for the house that is at least 10 feet off the ground and away from any predators. Hang the house from a tree branch or a hook with a piece of wire. ### Tips for Attracting Squirrels to Your House:

- Place the house in a quiet location with plenty of trees. - Put some food in the house, such as nuts, seeds, or fruit. - Make sure the house is clean and free of pests.