[header] How to build a squirrel house [title] Gather your tools. [step] This is a basic woodwork project and doesn't require anything too elaborate. You'll need a saw (jig-saw if you have one), electric screwdriver, and screws (3-4 dozen).
[header] How to build a squirrel house [title] Gather your tools. [step] This is a basic woodwork project and doesn't require anything too elaborate. You'll need a saw (jig-saw if you have one), electric screwdriver, and screws (3-4 dozen).
If you don't have an electric screwdriver, you could also use a hammer and nails. Screws hold the squirrel house's design more securely than nails. You can also use a wire hanger to finish off your structure. The wood above is your work area, so try to choose a safe, open space where the outdoors won't be disturbed. These are all available for purchase at hardware stores that specialize in squirrel houses. Clean your tools and equipment well before building the house. You can build the house off the ground or do it on the floor, so long as you're able to safely access the wall. [substeps] Squirrels are short, agile creatures that will climb dead trees if they're not careful.