If you plan on raising chickens in your backyard, a chicken coop is the first thing you must think about. You want your chickens to have a safe, cozy place to live.
Most people don't want to invest in ready made poultry sheds because of the inflated prices and delivery hassles. This is why many men and women decide to build a chicken coop of their own.
The Plan Comes First
** How many chickens will you keep?
** What size are the chickens?
** What number of nests, feeders and waterers?
** Windows are crucial for natural sunlight.
The Terrain
** You'll want a large area for the shed to fit in
** Also area for the chickens to run
** Area of direct sunlight
** Free of weeds and thick brush to forbid snakes and rodents
The Design
** Make sure you have your plans before you head off to lumber store
** Materials needed are hammer, nails, screws, concrete cinder blocks, wood (2x4), chicken wire or fence wire and insulation.
** Make sure there's enough ventilation and insulation to protect your chickens from the cold.
The benefits are many to building a backyard chicken coop. Lower cost, especially if you can acquire recycled materials or use existing materials.
You can have a custom made shed and believe me, some of the designs I've seen are incredible. Like real little doll houses. Ideal fit with landscaping!
Your backyard chicken coop will be one of your best investments! Congratulations!
