Wakefield premium squirrel houses are hand-crafted in the USA and made of only the finest, sustainably-grown Eastern White Pine Wood. Eastern White Pine is an ideal material for squirrel houses because it provides superior insulation during the summer and winter months while remaining light in weight and easy to hang.
Squirrels are known for providing hours of entertainment through their silly antics throughout the day; many people enjoy feeding and observing squirrels in their backyard. Squirrels will mostly use the house for nesting, as well as for protection from the winter elements. The one-inch thick wood provides insulation from both heat and cold, which is one of the leading causes of death amongst baby squirrels. Squirrels typically have a litter of 3 to 4 babies born in the spring, and occasionally give birth to a second litter later in the summer as well. The rough texture of this squirrel house makes it easy for babies to find a foot hold and climb out of the nest once they are ready. Squirrels have two peak times of activity during the day: early morning and mid-afternoon. During the winter they are most active around noontime.
A great way to quickly attract squirrels to your new squirrel house is by leaving out some of our famous Wakefield peanuts near the house. Wakefield Peanuts are a favorite of many different types of squirrels and birds, making it the perfect attractant for getting and keeping animals in your yard.
We recommend placing your squirrel house high up in a tree (as high as you can comfortably reach with a ladder), away from any bird feeders you may have. Mounting is easy; simply put a nail or screw into a tree or post, and place the metal hanger over it. Repeat this process with the pre-drilled hole at the bottom of the back panel to securely fasten.
Each Wakefield Squirrel House is constructed to last and includes a brochure that describes the species, placement and maintenance of the house.
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Made of Eastern White Pine WoodWakefield premium squirrel feeders are hand-crafted in the USA and made of only the finest, sustainably-grown Eastern White Pine Wood. Eastern White Pine is an ideal material for squirrel feeders because it is light in weight and easy to hang. This house is made of one-inch thick wood, which provides insulation from both heat and cold, which is one of the leading causes of death amongst baby squirrels. | Rough-Sawn WoodThe White Pine used in the Wakefield Squirrel House is custom milled with a “rougher head” finish, which allows the baby squirrels to easily climb out of the nest when they are ready. a foothold when they are ready to climb out of the nest. | Ventilation & DrainageVentilation is provided at the top of each side. Drainage is provided at each of the bottom corners. The right side tilts out from the bottom for easy cleaning, after each nesting season, typically spring and fall. A latch at the bottom of the panel holds it securely closed. |
No one likes it when those pesky squirrels steal all the food from the bird feeder and chase away the other animals. Giving squirrels their own dedicated house & feeder on the opposite side of the yard from the birdfeeders can help keep them away.
Placing a bird feeder in a tree is like inviting the squirrel to lunch. A squirrel can jump 6 feet vertically, can jump across 8 feet from one tree to another, and can climb up almost any surface except glass. So to keep them from the birdseed, place a birdfeeder away from trees and other surfaces the squirrel can climb. A pole in the middle of the yard, with a squirrel baffle on the pole and a bird feeder designed to discourage the squirrels, is about as squirrel-resistant as you can get. Then put a few Wakefield squirrel houses and squirrel feeders in the trees away from the bird feeding area, and you will enjoy all varieties of wildlife in your backyard. Feeding the squirrels year round helps to keep the out of the garden as well.
Squirrels will use the house for nesting, as well as for protection from the winter elements. Mount the house on a tree, as high as you can comfortably reach with a ladder, preferably away from your birdhouses and feeders. On the back panel of the house is a metal hanger at the top and a pre-drilled hole at the bottom. Put a nail or screw into a tree or post, leaving the head sticking out by about 1/4”. Place the metal hanger over the nail or screw. Put another nail or screw through the pre-drilled hole at the bottom of the back panel, to fasten the house securely to the tree or post.
Paint or stain is not necessary. Over time, the wood will darken, grey, and attain a weathered patina, much like barn board. Wildlife ultimately prefer an inconspicuous nesting sight. Should you wish to paint or stain, use water-based products only, on the outside of the house only and not too dark a color, to prevent excess heat absorption in summer.
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