Next up in ourBackyard Chickens 101 seriesis help selecting a coop for your backyard flock.
We built out own coop for about $300 using good quality, non-treated lumber.
How Big Should my Chicken Coop be?
for $300-$500.
So if that is what you are looking for great.
But for me it was not.
I was also disappointed in the poor review.Most commented on the poor quality of materials.
They have various customizable options including windows, flooring, paint colors, and size/run options.
They have coop/runs to accommodate 2-3, 4-6, 6-8, or larger flocks of 20 and more!
So depending on how handy you are and how much time you have, its not a bad option.
It is made out of plastic so is easy to clean, move, and maintenance free.
There are 6 modern colors to choose from.
It is toted as predator proof, although I dont have it myself to vouch for it.
If you have the $1500 to drop on it, it would be quick to set-up & maintain.
It seems to be well reviewed and you’re able to find many peoples derivations on You Tube.
The reason we didnt use this was the material cost.
Meet Our Chicken Coop
My hubby and I love working together.
So we enjoy projects like this.
My hubby wants step-by-step directions but can always make it work.
We planned on keeping 7-8 hens so needed a 28-32 square foot coop.
We decided on a 5 x 6 coop would be perfect.
We didnt find any one coop that had everything just right so we looked at various and winged it.
But I do have some great tips for you!
Because we started raising chickens in February (what can I saw we were eager!
)we had to build our coop partly inside our garage it was still winter!
NOTE:We usednon-treated lumber as we are raising organic chickens.
We added low VOC stain at the end.
NOTE:check that you prepare the ground to have a level surface.
I highly recommend this as it will keep animals out!
But it is coming together!
Word to the wise, chickens dont always lay eggs where they are suppose to.
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