Build Your Own Chicken Coop

There are a number of important considerations that need to be looked at if you are considering designing and building a chicken coop. There are a variety of different chicken coops that you can build, but understanding which one is going to best fit your needs and wants is important for getting optimal results.

As luck will have it there are only a few key factors that will go a long way in helping you to decide on the size and appearance of your chicken coop. The following guidelines will lead you down the right path to choosing wisely and being fully satisfied with your new chicken coop once it’s built.

The first question you need to consider is SIZE. It is simply one of the most important factors that will need to be looked at is the size of chicken coop you want to build. There’s small, medium, and large plans for the chicken coops, each which accommodates a certain number of chickens.

The biggest mistake you can make is trying to cram too many chickens into your coop. Because each chicken requires so much area to feel comfortable and lay eggs properly, you’ll really want to make sure you’re choosing your size wisely.

It’s always better to error on the size of being too big than being too small, plus then you can always add more birds to the chicken coop if you want later on.

The next question you should ask yourself is whether you want your chicken coop to be PORTABLE or if you preferred one that’s FIXED instead. Portable chicken coops give you the advantage of being able to move it around to wherever you are, so if you’re someone who likes to keep the chickens as pets, this makes for a very attractive option.

An additional advantage of a portable chicken coop is that it cuts down on maintenance since the coop can simply be moved to wherever you need to clean it. The downside off course is that portable coops tend to be small.

A fixed chicken coop on the other hand, tends to be stronger and it allows you to permanently fit feeders and watering resources. Fixed chicken coops are able to withstand the elements better as well.

Protection is often overlooked… don’t do it. One visit by a fox will probably result in all your chickens being killed. For this reason you should factor in protection from predators. You should have a strong fencing system to keep all varieties of predators out. This will have to be built to match the size of the coop you’re building as well.

Appearance is another consideration. You don’t need to go over the top when considering appearance, but you probably want something that sits well on your plot. This will likely influence the cost of the building process, so it’s something to think about and work within your budget.

Keep your eye on costs… they can escalate rapidly. You need to understand the different things that will influence the cost. Hunt around for functional alternatives.

By dealing with the key considerations that we listed, you should be well on your way to take the correct decision as to the size, type, look and feel of your chicken coop. Getting the information up front will stand you in good stead and will help save money.

If you want to learn more about building your own Chicken Coop, then you will be well advised to stop by Luke Jefferson’s blog where you will find out all about building your own Chicken Coop and how to best go about it.