Bird House Build

 I have been researching and experimenting with bird house design for a few years.

I came up with a basic design which I like.  

  • The door can be opened for clean-out 
  • There is a built-in ladder for baby birds to climb out when they are ready
  • Opening is sloped down and out to avoid rain from running in
  • Drain holes at the bottom
  • Roof strategically slanted so that rain will run off
  • Back is flat so that it can be mounted flat against a tree or building.

I have found that birds are very attracted to these.  Particularly smaller birds like sparrows and finches.  I suspect where you mount them will determine that to some extent.  

I can make them out of pine or cedar.  

Pine must be painted, but if it is it will last for a long time.  I have some out in my front yard which are 5 years old and just repainted (even though they did not need it).

Cedar is more expensive, so I used fence pickets.  While this is cheaper than the pine common boards, it is probably not quite as sturdy.  I have not seen them age yet. 

I can build pine birdhouse for $10.  Add $10 for paint (price good latex paint).

I can build the cedar one on the right for about $5.

Please feel free to leave any comments or questions.







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