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JCS Wildlife Recycled Poly Lumber Wood Duck House
$197.96
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Description
Description
Provide the ultimate weather-resistant nesting sanctuary for local waterfowl with the JCS Wildlife Recycled Poly Lumber Wood Duck House. Proudly made in the USA, this premium duck nesting box is engineered explicitly for wood ducks and other cavity-nesting birds, such as kestrels, tree swallows, and great crested flycatchers.
Constructed entirely from eco-friendly recycled plastic lumber, this heavy-duty house is guaranteed not to crack, split, warp, or fade. It is optimized for pole mounting along shorelines, wetlands, and open water edges to offer a safe, lifetime home for growing duck families.
Key Features & Benefits
- Lifetime Recycled Poly Lumber Construction: Handcrafted from premium, eco-friendly recycled plastic. It shrugs off sub-zero winter freeze, intense seasonal dampness, and wood-boring insects without ever breaking down.
- Integrated Poly Predator Guard: Features an entry protection design and a precise 4" x 3" oval entrance hole that safely seals nesting mothers and eggs away from climbing pests like raccoons and snakes.
- Fledgling Climb-Out Kerfs: The front interior wall is built with 1-inch texturized kerf slots. These act as a built-in ladder, helping newborn ducklings securely scramble up to the exit hole on launch day.
- Safe Exterior Design: Intentionally crafted without external perches or grip grooves, ensuring that larger predatory birds and outside pests cannot gain a foothold near the nest.
- Easy-Access Side Clean-Out Door: Equipped with a secure side hatch for fast annual maintenance. Simply flip open the door to clear out old debris and replenish fresh bedding in seconds.
- Pre-Drilled Drainage & Floor Pilot Holes: Formulated with bottom drainage slots to promote maximum internal airflow alongside pre-drilled pilot holes for an effortless pole mount anchoring process.
- Free Shavings Included: Wood ducks do not gather their own nesting materials. This house arrives with two complimentary bags of pine shavings to properly prep your box for immediate seasonal use.
Product Specifications & Attributes
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | JCS Wildlife |
| Product Type | Heavy-Duty All-Weather Waterfowl Nesting Box |
| Overall Dimensions | 26" H x 9.75" W x 11.25" D |
| Entrance Hole Size | 4" x 3" Oval Shape |
| Material Construction | High-Density Recycled Poly Lumber & Stainless Steel Screws |
| Target Cavity-Nesters | Wood Ducks, Kestrels, Tree Swallows, Great Crested Flycatchers |
| Country of Origin | Made in the USA |
⚠️ Important Maintenance Safety Note: The recycled poly lumber material is naturally self-preserving and clean. Never apply paint, varnish, or external chemical treatments to the inside or outside of this house, as they are toxic to ducks.
Where Should I Mount My Wood Duck House?
Wood ducks primarily nest near woodland wetlands that maintain standing water year-round or throughout the summer months. For optimal success and safety:
- Mounting Location: Install the house on a sturdy pole either directly in the water or right at the shoreline edge.
- Mounting Height: The base of the house should sit 4 to 5 feet above the surface of the land or water.
- Pest Protection: Always add a hooded predator baffle to your mounting post to stop snakes and rodents from climbing into the nest box.
- Recommended Hardware: We highly recommend pairing this house with the heavy-duty Squirrel Stopper Universal Mounting Pole Kit for a rock-solid, long-lasting installation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much nesting material should I put inside the duck house?
You should spread roughly 4 to 6 inches of fresh pine shavings across the floor of the house during your initial setup or annual cleanup. This creates an inviting insulation layer that mimics natural tree cavities. Always use clean pine shavings, as they are the safest and healthiest choice for waterfowl.
You should spread roughly 4 to 6 inches of fresh pine shavings across the floor of the house during your initial setup or annual cleanup. This creates an inviting insulation layer that mimics natural tree cavities. Always use clean pine shavings, as they are the safest and healthiest choice for waterfowl.
Why choose a poly lumber duck house over traditional cedar?
While natural cedar wood houses are classic, they will eventually weather and gray over time. Poly lumber is completely non-porous, meaning it absorbs zero moisture, completely resists wood rot, resists bacteria buildup, and never requires painting or sealing to stay looking brand new for decades.
While natural cedar wood houses are classic, they will eventually weather and gray over time. Poly lumber is completely non-porous, meaning it absorbs zero moisture, completely resists wood rot, resists bacteria buildup, and never requires painting or sealing to stay looking brand new for decades.
Does this wood duck house arrive assembled?
Yes. The JCS Wildlife Recycled Poly Wood Duck House comes fully assembled and ready for deployment. Simply unbox, add your included pine shavings, secure it to your mounting pole, and watch your backyard habitat thrive.
Yes. The JCS Wildlife Recycled Poly Wood Duck House comes fully assembled and ready for deployment. Simply unbox, add your included pine shavings, secure it to your mounting pole, and watch your backyard habitat thrive.
Quick Selection Guide
- Choose the Cedar House if you prefer a classic, rustic look that blends seamlessly into natural woodland environments. The natural aroma of cedar is highly appealing to wildlife and offers traditional, time-tested performance.
- Choose the Recycled Poly House if you want ultimate durability and zero long-term maintenance. Because it absorbs no moisture, it is entirely immune to wood rot, bacterial buildup, and staining, making it exceptionally easy to clean season after season.
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These look really solid, can't wait to see the results. The only complaint keeping me from a 5 star is the placement of the wood with different color grain (RAH 😉). These are really gorgeous boxes and the multi-color wood (especially on the front with a cut thats off center) I feel distracts from that beauty. Otherwise, great job guys 👍
R
Box is built well and even included wood shavings. JCs Wildlife provides written guidelines for mounting. I had a couple additional questions and reached out. They were quick to respond and provided a great level of detail for me. Pic is mine installed, still need to add a predator guard. Thanks JCs Wildlife!
K
I have bought a number of bird nesting boxes, and these are the finest ever. Good quality wood and assembly, very well made, good quality for the money. We wanted them mounted on 4x4's so created this mounting bracket system, last photo is the inside showing how it is through bolted to connect.
b
I am pleased with the quality of the nesting box. Only thing I'd add would be a brass ball cabinet latch for "turn button latch that secures the access door (see pic of this mod). This allows positive closure without the risk of it inadvertently coming open (as received, the latch was difficult to turn so had to back off mounting **** a little).https://www.amazon.com/uxcell-Cabinet-Closet-Drawer-Catcher/dp/B07G76RF2J/ref=sr_1_6?crid=W2DFBFCWVTTM&dchild=1&keywords=spring+loaded+ball+catch&qid=1623641879&sprefix=spring+loaded+ball+catch%2Caps%2C237&sr=8-6To mount it, I used a hardwood board screwed to the bottom of the box, avoiding the drain/vent holes. The board extends back and is secured to the top of a 4x4 pressure treated post that is cut at an angle so the box is both level and over the water in our pond. I'll be using a 5" rigid dryer duct to "raccoon proof" the post.
h
Very pleased with quality, speed of shipping, and it’s made in the USA.
J
This is a very high quality HDPE wood duck box. The poly composite material is hard and durable - should last for a very long time compared with the standard wood duck boxes.I have 2 owl boxes from JCs Wildlife and they have held up very well over many years. Will buy again from this company. Overall, the price is not too bad when considering the quality of the product.
P
Came here before Christmas ⛄ We are excited to set up the wood duck house after Christmas.
M
Love the material used for the top
B
Quality product. Well built and beautiful. Highly recommend
Z
First time buying a nesting box. I live on a creek Hoping for ducks
J
The duck nesting box was a very good constructed quality box that will work great for providing us with many years of enjoyment watching our wild ducks in our pond.
B
I don't usually write reviews and I have never seen a wood duck house, but I am impressed with the quality of this one. It arrived on time and is exactly as advertised.
E
Looks great. Cannot wait for the birds to move in.
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JCS Wildlife Recycled Poly Lumber Wood Duck House
W
Great product ! Well made !
A
GREAT PRODUCT
D
Very nicely made and comes with 2 bags of cedar chips just needs installation.
S
Had wood ducks 1 day after set up.
b
Very good quality
L
This was a sturdy, well built bird house that came with instructions and everything needed to get it put up.
l
Sturdy and looks really good!
T
This box is quality stuff,The box is really thick and sturdyI have a huge pond out backCan’t wait to set it upGREAT PRODUCT..!!!!