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purple martin birdhouse #923665

Asked January 15, 2026, 12:45 PM EST

Our purple martin house needs some TLC. I don't want to kick out residents during the winter, or interfere with egg laying. What time of year is the best to clean and repair it?

Oakland County Michigan

Expert Response

Any time after birds have migrated in the fall, and before they have returned in the spring is a good time to maintain your purple martin housing.

See https://www.purplemartin.org/housingchange/ for more information.

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