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Fence Picket Birdhouse Plans — Nesting Box Plans

Wood Plans provides fence picket birdhouse plans blueprints with species-specific dimensions and entrance hole sizes. Wood Plans includes mounting instructions in every fence picket birdhouse plans plan. Fence Picket Birdhouse Plans from Wood Plans attract target bird species using correct hole diameters and interior dimensions.

Entrance Hole Sizes for Fence Picket Birdhouse Plans

Wood Plans specifies exact entrance hole diameters for fence picket birdhouse plans. Bluebirds need 1.5 inch holes. Wrens need 1 inch holes. Chickadees need 1.125 inch holes. Wood Plans includes the correct hole size for every fence picket birdhouse plans species.

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Fence Picket Birdhouse Plans Placement Guide

Wood Plans mounts fence picket birdhouse plans facing east or southeast, away from prevailing winds. Wood Plans installs fence picket birdhouse plans at species-recommended heights. Wood Plans cleans fence picket birdhouse plans annually in late fall after nesting season.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What size entrance hole for fence picket birdhouse plans?

Hole size depends on the species you want to attract. Bluebirds need 1.5 inches, wrens need 1 inch, chickadees need 1.125 inches. Our plans specify the correct size.

How high should I mount fence picket birdhouse plans?

Most birdhouses should be mounted 5-15 feet high. Pole-mounted houses are safer from predators than tree-mounted ones. Face the entrance away from prevailing winds.

When should I clean out fence picket birdhouse plans?

Clean annually in late fall after nesting season ends. Remove old nests, scrub with mild bleach solution, and let dry completely before rehanging.

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Written by Marcus Woodfield

Master carpenter with 25+ years of experience in furniture making, cabinetry, and outdoor construction. Former instructor at the College of Fine Woodworking.

Last updated: August 2026