

For best results, set aside time to clean your coop on a monthly basis. Make the transition from the brooder to the chicken coop slowly so chicks can. Next, sprinkle a layer of diatomaceous earth on the floor to absorb excess moisture before putting down fresh hay or wood shavings. Disinfect the area using bleach or a specially formulated cleaner.

After removing your birds, hose down the coop floor. If you decide to purchase a plastic coop, it can be easily hosed down and allowed to air dry. Animal safety experts general agree on the following guidelines: That depends on how many hens you want to own. Number of doors: Having two or more doors makes it easier to gather eggs without unduly disturbing your birds.Roof style: Some coops include a roof planter, which allows you to grow food for your chickens right in their own sustainable habitat. We make our standard American Duck Coop and Carolina Duck Coop and we also build duck houses to fit on the runs with our chicken coops.Number of nesting boxes: The more nesting boxes a coop contains, the more chickens you are able to house, so expect to pay more for additional boxes. These chicken coops are each hand made to secure your chickens from any predator The base price is for a 4×8 Self Ranging.This will give your hens more room to nest comfortably. Size: Most coops are at least 65 inches in height, but some larger coops are upwards of 100 inches in height.While there is no 'hard and fast' rule for coops, the following features may impact pricing: Conversely, custom built or high-end coops can cost upwards of $800 USD. It's not uncommon to discover previously owned or bargain priced models for around $100 USD. Like most manufactured animal habitats, the new and pre-owned backyard coops on eBay come in a variety of styles, sizes, and prices. All you need is a comfortable poultry house and a few laying hens. With preparation and some basic equipment, you and your family can enjoy farm fresh eggs every morning just like many enjoy homegrown fruits, vegetables, and spices in urban and suburban neighborhoods. Please contact us for our currently available inventory.Enjoy Fresh Eggs Every Morning With Your Own Chicken Backyard Poultry Houses and CoopsĬhicken backyard poultry houses and coops are now almost as common as gardens. Our family business operates out of a small facility where the focus is on quality rather than quantity, so it is a good idea to plan ahead for your coop needs. top notch customer service from the same people who design and build the product!.heavy duty, exterior grade hardware and fasteners.rims constructed with pressure treated 2x4s and 4x4s.floor sheathed with award winning AdvanTech flooring.rustic shiplap pine siding pre-treated with exterior wood stain.Hand Made in Maine using locally sourced materials whenever available.Our attention to design detail and high quality standards offer our customers: roof insulation option for heat retention in winter and heat deflection in summer.ramp access to coop for chickens with hatch door at top of ramp that can be secured open or closed.covered run area provides blocks sun and snow.ergonomically designed for access to run and coop interior with minimal bending or stooping.interior accessible through a rear hatch or large access door(s) on run side.removable and washable heavy duty vinyl floor liner option.


