Do not treat the inside with chemicals of any kind and any glue used should be water soluble and odor free. TOP Squirrel Proofing Battling squirrels is a war which can be won by using a variety of devices and a little thought. By placing a squirrel feeding station away from bird feeding stations help keep squirrels full and busy. Cardinal Corner carries a chain and screw feeder. There are many types of squirrel feeders available which are meant for feeding and entertaining.
Squirrels are acrobatic and persistent.
They can jump vertically as much as 4 feet and horizontally as much as 8-10'. They can balance on a wire and if they can grip it - they can climb it. Feeders should be no closer to the ground than 4'. By putting a squirrel baffle on the pole prevents them from climbing up the pole. Try placing your feeders on a thin, horizontal wire attached between 2 points.