Protect the house against the weather and predators, and try to clean and repair all houses every year. Small agile birds, such as chickadees and nuthatches, as well as the larger Black-headed Grosbeak, prefer hanging feeders. Add thistle feeders for finches, tray tables for cardinals, and hummingbird feeders for hummers. In winter provide suet cages. Offer a variety of food.
Many small birds prefer millet and sunflower seed.
Finches are drawn to thistle, and hummingbirds will need a special food and feeder. Throw out a bit of cracked corn for the sparrows. Provide suet for warmth in cold weather. Fruit is popular with some birds, especially orioles. Water can often attract as many birds as food.