I extended the chicken wire to a foot or more into the ground to prevent predators from digging under. One thing you didn't mention is chickens can also dig to get out. Either way will work for predators or chickens though. Another thing is, if that coop is going to sit where it is, heavy rain coming down that slope is going to create mud in their outer area. mud is bad for the chickens, some can get stuck in it and others will trample them. I never fed people food to my chickens and the eggs tasted very good. Grass clippings after mowing can be added, as long as the grass wasn't chemically treated. Throw piles of raked leaves, worms will gather under them and start mulching. I also ran a rake around the inner ground area prior to letting the birds out each morning, never had an odor or fly problem. Predators are the worst, there were bobcats, fox, raccoons and many hawks and eagles, so I had chicken wire covering the top of outer areas to keep the girls safe. Love the coop and all it's gadgets.
Quality build. I have seen others add a PVC feeder system that would allow them to add food without entering the coop and also a gutter to capture water in a rain barrow which also acted as a auto watering feeder for the chickens. The quality of this chicken looks great but it is ashamed they didn't throw the coop door in for the lady it looks like she spent a lot of money for this.
I'm currently building a coop for three hens, but watched this to live vicariously. When you pulled the door off its hinges I swear my stomach flipped with happiness. Looks great and amazing workmanship.
That looks so nice and safe, so i wonder if you have a space for me to stand on, in there :). Wish you a great week. Always fun and interesting to follow your different projects. Best wishes from Kan in Norway . . . . By the way if you want a great method for building chicken coops then go here now: www.ChickCoop. club
I LOVE this coop!!! Thanks so much for sharing, by watching this I realize the right coop could make raising chickens easy. How much would it cost me to have this exact coop? I live in South Carolina
The best part of this coop is the DEEP LITTER SYSTEM. I would not do a year. But once a quarter would be AWESOME. I have seen tons of videos and never seen this.
Thanks Mike, we love the deep litter system. Most our customers go well over a year without cleaning. Our industrial hemp makes it even easier because it's so absorbent. Thanks for watching
First thank You for the compliments. We have coops all over this country and into Canada. Knock on wood we have never had any predators get inside any of our coops including bears.
Hey everyone, the greatest success that ive had was with the coop magic tactic (i found it on google) without a doubt the most helpful info i've followed.
Very nice - very jealous! I built my very modest coop and run out of an old rabbit hutch combined with new supplies. As modest as I made the project, it still was over $300 and while attractive it certainly wasn't going to last more than a few years. It was also cumbersome as the run was low so I had to lift off panels to access it, which was a pain every time. A well-designed, well-built coop and run like in this video is worth every penny. For those that would prefer to build their own, kudos. There are some great craftsmen out their. I'm not one of them. :-)
So I've seen a couple of these videos .... and your coops look really refined. Just 1 question. It seems that having just a single nesting box isn't enough. Will the chickens lay eggs in a spot that all ready has eggs?
Anyone who has chickens will tell you that they all tend to lay in the same nest box. One egg hutch (on most our coops) has 3 nest boxes inside. 5-8 chickens will share one single nest box. Thanks for your comments, we know it's a common misconception.
@@CarolinaCoopsVideos cool. Thanks for the info. Also took me down memory lane 40 some odd years to my grandparents farm. I was scared sh!tless to collect eggs. LOL
Nice Coop!!! I always keep the coop door closed up at night, just in case some predator gets inside the run. As for the coop shavings being changed once a year, no way! I have six hens, and turn that litter every day for it not to attract flies and smell. I clean it out at least twice a year too! Adding sand to the bottom of the coop may help with absorption too....and don't forget Diatomaceous human grade earth too!
I initially had a door on my coop but ultimately stopped using it. My hens would get all worked up in the morning until I let them out and their definition of morning was earlier than mine. I figured it was like my home: I don't close and lock my bedroom door because my home is secure. Ditto with a well designed run. My only issue was that they still weren't happy being in the run, so I attached a string from my second floor bedroom window to the door to the run and when they would start up, I'd just pull the string/latch connection and let them roam. :-)
Top quality and great design , 3000 is not out of line thats a lot of work , if you have the money why not it will last 20-30 years if not more and looks good in your back yard.. don't work for him , coming from a carpenter myself.. good job
Thank you for the opportunity to point out what you can't see from this video. The entire coop is constructed using wood glue and pocket hole joinery. With this, you get one of the strongest joints possible as the glue seals the end-grain and the diagonal screws go cross-grain and bite into the grain, versus typical home construction where nails are just shot through the end-grain. We also use an exterior rated siding designed for outdoor sheds and buildings such as coops. The henhouse is framed with horizontal and vertical supports, which have a top and bottom plate. These are cleverly hidden for aesthetic purposes, to give the owner the cleanest and prettiest appearance.
This is a fantastic chicken coop. It has got everything that I and my chickens (and my ducks) would like to have. Congratulations!! I am in South Australian, Adelaide. So I can not have you to come the do it for me. Instead, I will have to do it by myself (with your permission). Best regards and I would like to get in touch with you to get more technicalities about this wonderful chicken coop. Tamer
We CAN deliver anywhere in the world!! We are currently packing up a couple coops to go to Sweden! Give us a call or shoot us an email for more information! 919.794.3989
I like this coop design, it seems it could be a foot or even 2 feet shorter. I have to ask, with such a set-up, wouldnt having a 2 inch layer of straw (bedding) and changing it every 3 months work better? Then you could dis-infect it easily at the time you change bedding. And having multiple levels of branches (dowels) would seem ideal for them to pick their temperature zone they want to roost at. Great design though, I could see converting that to a chicken/rabbit hutch setup with ease. I would like to see water drip systems and automatic feed dispensers built into the coop design as well. But GREAT work!
We build all sizes, each to client specs. We advocate for as much space as possible when talking about chicken coops. Especially if you cannot allow the hens to free range for a bit each day. Each client has their own needs and wants. You can use whatever substrate you like, we prefer to use the hemp and not have to clean the hen house so often. The hemp works great! You can also put as many roost bars as you would like but we keep them so the birds are not defecating on each other. We do also sell and install auto feeders and waterers upon the clients request. Some prefer to use their own methods or existing waterer and feeder. Thanks for the compliments!
Beautiful coop. In my experience the predator apron will not keep chipmunks from digging in. They are food thieves. And you may have competition for the single file door. My gals all rush out at once through a 4' door. Luv the roof and run. Great work.
If in Montana,what about Bears? would they have a heck of a time breakin into this kind of Coup? if that even were a problem,might not be,but could be,considering the terran and being out in a very rural area,as such??? thank you. Im in carolina and from Carolina, love da Carolina Chicken Coups,layout,everything, Very well though out and considerate of Owners and Chickens!! I call my chickens "Cluck Clucks" Ha!
You certainly can modify it to your liking. Theres just not a ton of space for that especially if you have 2 egg hutches and aesthetics are very important to many o four clients. Most have no problem with storing the doors in a garage or shed for the season. Thanks for watching!
This style coop starts at $2995 in a kit or $4700 for panelized. Please feel free toggle us a call if you should have any questions, we can write up an estimate for the perfect coop for you!
There is a nice auto trim that we suggest to people with concern of this with maybe children around but the down side to encasing the edge is that it will hold water and cause premature deterioration to the steel roofing. Thanks for watching!!
I absolutely LOVE this coop!! And...i think your t-shirt rocks!!!! My granddaughter says that all the time and the chicken on it is Awesome Sauce!! LOL Can you please share where you got it? Thanks so much!! Great video and presentation.
The hardware cloth on the inside of the run is nice but cover the edges from the inside with a 1"x2" strip of wood. Your Lab or a large raccoon will be able to push it open. In time those staples holding the hardware cloth will rust & weaken. Also install a door between the run & the coop. Even a simple pull string door will work. Your chickens are your babies, keep them safe.
You are correct in that uncoated wire and weak attachment gives predators a possible point of entry. We have addressed this by using only PVC coated wire and attaching the wire using 1 1/4" stainless steel staples shot in with a pneumatic nailer. For the kit assembled at home, we aren't counting on the homeowner having a pneumatic nailer, so we include furring strips (as you suggest) to cover the edges for extra security. The PVC coated wire and stainless steel staples will not rust and retain their strength for decades. The door between the henhouse and run is unnecessary, provided the exterior predator apron is attached, as the entire coop is predator proof. We take keeping our chicken babies safe seriously!
This is nice but he should have put a door on the coop where the chickens are at night. Otherwise perfect for a 4-6 hens. I wonder what his rec # of chickens for this size.
We do offer a henhouse doors. Automatic and manual. Solar, electric and lockable. We let the client choose which fits their needs best. we do also encourage applying an apron to protect the entire run from burrowing predators therefor not needing a door on the hen house. If you are unable to let the flock free range, we suggest no more than 6 standard sized hens. If you ARE able to let them free-range everyday, the hen house can accommodate up to 12 standard sized hens.
I live up on a hill and it gets quite windy, if I hooked the run door onto the hardware cloth I'd be concerned that the door would rattle in the wind and cause damage to the hardware cloth. I'm looking into raising long-tailed ornamental varieties of chickens and I'm curious how you would accommodate for something like that with this design. Since the birds' tails need to be kept up off the ground when roosting to prevent breakage. Would there still be enough room to give 3ft or so under the roost and still give them enough room to get on the roosts?
I do love your chicken coops, but on this particular chicken run I do no like the way you left those blocks sticking out.No chicken door on the hen house.Then some coops are painted and yal went to the extream. This worrys me will i be the one to get needs or will i be the one to get top of the line.
Is it a bad idea to just put hardware cloth on the floor attached to the frame? Couldn't you backfill the inside deep enough so it wouldn't bother the chickens when they're scratching around? It seems more predator proof than draping it around the perimeter and backfilling. But you're the expert, and I'm just asking questions. Thanks
Thanks for your question. You would be surprised how much chickens dig. Plus the more you back fill the inside of the run, then the dirt would be pilled up against wood frame and the hardware cloth, which isn't recommended at all.
May I ask what is the litter you mention a couple times near the end of the presentation? I looked at your website...wow! I especially loved the playhouse conversion and the "under the wrap around porch."
Thank you! We are referring to the deep litter method in our videos. Our coops all have deep litter beds, which means you don't have to clean out your henhouse for at least a year or longer. The litter (we love the industrial hemp in there) just breaks down and actually provides beneficial microbes to the litter. It makes your life easier too. You can read more about it here.: carolinacoops.com/chicken-coops/standard-features/deep-litter-beds/
My only critique would be, what appears to be, the exposed sharp edge of the roofing iron over the nest boxes, that could slice open a child's forehead, when he/she is attempting to collect eggs. - Otherwise its a "state of the art" coop ! Also you could hang those removable doors on hooks just under the apex eaves, above their normal hingeing positions.
We do suggest using and "automotive trim" to cover that if needed but it does not allow water to escape weep out very quickly, which may cause premature deterioration to the roofing material. Thanks for watching!
Using industrial hemp bedding and the deep litter method makes it healthier for the chickens as long as you don't overload your henhouse with chickens. We've done many videos addressing this. Thanks for watching.
We always recommend keeping food away from the coop and making sure the feeder doesn't make a mess so you don't attract rats at all. This will keep out digging predators, like raccoons, foxes, possums, coyotes, and dogs. Thanks for your comments.
We don't feel our thoughtful construction is wasted on chickens at all. We love animals and feel there is nothing wrong with giving them the best we can. Our customers agree which is why we are in a booming business. Our coops keep chickens safe and healthy, and there's nothing wrong with wanting that for any creature.
With our coops people don't have to clean it once a month, that's the beauty of the deep litter method. And with the deep litter method, it's actually more healthy for your birds because of the beneficial microbes. Our customers and their birds love it. Thanks for watching.
If people want to spend money to keep their chickens safe and have a coop that will last for a lifetime, we think that's fine. People shouldn't judge what people spend on the welfare of their animals. It's your choice not to spend money on chickens. Thanks for watching.
Hi Sue. That's a good question. Only baby snakes can get into our coops through the 1/2 inch hardware cloth and chickens love to eat baby snakes. Thanks for watching!
We don't use any caulk, our HDPE is cut to precision on our CNC machine. You can see if you can source it locally, as it's expensive to ship because of the size of the sheets.
This is glorious, I been tryin to find out about "free chicken coop" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you heard people talk about - Machaaldity Coop Blaster - (just google it ) ? Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my m8 got amazing results with it.
I drool with every showing. I would like to know how they decided on where the perfect spot on their land was to place. (My stumbling area) I know I would love to see out my window and close to water - what else am I missing
Dirumah gua mah cuma pake kaso bekas, kawat loket itu juga yg rada karat, bambu, tripleks yg 5,5mm, sama karet ban buat bikin engsel pintu udah cukup banget and murah pisan...
I extended the chicken wire to a foot or more into the ground to prevent predators from digging under. One thing you didn't mention is chickens can also dig to get out. Either way will work for predators or chickens though. Another thing is, if that coop is going to sit where it is, heavy rain coming down that slope is going to create mud in their outer area. mud is bad for the chickens, some can get stuck in it and others will trample them. I never fed people food to my chickens and the eggs tasted very good. Grass clippings after mowing can be added, as long as the grass wasn't chemically treated. Throw piles of raked leaves, worms will gather under them and start mulching. I also ran a rake around the inner ground area prior to letting the birds out each morning, never had an odor or fly problem. Predators are the worst, there were bobcats, fox, raccoons and many hawks and eagles, so I had chicken wire covering the top of outer areas to keep the girls safe. Love the coop and all it's gadgets.
Quality build. I have seen others add a PVC feeder system that would allow them to add food without entering the coop and also a gutter to capture water in a rain barrow which also acted as a auto watering feeder for the chickens. The quality of this chicken looks great but it is ashamed they didn't throw the coop door in for the lady it looks like she spent a lot of money for this.
Its 3am, I work at 9. What am I doing with my life.
I know, right. Same.
Learning about chicken coops I guess, it is a cool set up! Happy Easter
You have a job and aren't causing any trouble. You're a model citizen who happens to be a little tired. That's what you're doing with your life.
You are gaining potential life saving information.
The irony of a statement made 2 years ago.
I'm currently building a coop for three hens, but watched this to live vicariously. When you pulled the door off its hinges I swear my stomach flipped with happiness. Looks great and amazing workmanship.
Thank you!
That looks so nice and safe, so i wonder if you have a space for me to stand on, in there :). Wish you a great week. Always fun and interesting to follow your different projects. Best wishes from Kan in Norway
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I know! Gave me so many ideas on how to build my coop! Thanks sir!!!
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Just love the way you talk about your product! There is so much passion and dedication from the creator.
Thank you, we love what we do!
This coop is the tits!
Thank you!
I LOVE this coop!!! Thanks so much for sharing, by watching this I realize the right coop could make raising chickens easy. How much would it cost me to have this exact coop? I live in South Carolina
Sharee $5000 on their site
The best part of this coop is the DEEP LITTER SYSTEM. I would not do a year. But once a quarter would be AWESOME. I have seen tons of videos and never seen this.
Thanks Mike, we love the deep litter system. Most our customers go well over a year without cleaning. Our industrial hemp makes it even easier because it's so absorbent. Thanks for watching
Don’t buy a chicken coop, make one yourself, unless ...
My chickens are too fat and clumsy to ever go up that ramp lol
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You would be surprised! Lol
this is the best chicken coop I have ever seen
Thank You!
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Yup.
First thank You for the compliments. We have coops all over this country and into Canada. Knock on wood we have never had any predators get inside any of our coops including bears.
Awesome! My house isn't as good lol. I'm in Europe so we don't have so many predators, I was just thikning what we had foxes, rats ... no bears lol.
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Lol lovely coop. Hope I can do a similar thing. But if a bear wanted in he would get in
Hey everyone, the greatest success that ive had was with the coop magic tactic (i found it on google) without a doubt the most helpful info i've followed.
How are you going to keep snakes out...soil won't work.
Very nice - very jealous! I built my very modest coop and run out of an old rabbit hutch combined with new supplies. As modest as I made the project, it still was over $300 and while attractive it certainly wasn't going to last more than a few years. It was also cumbersome as the run was low so I had to lift off panels to access it, which was a pain every time. A well-designed, well-built coop and run like in this video is worth every penny. For those that would prefer to build their own, kudos. There are some great craftsmen out their. I'm not one of them. :-)
Thank You for the compliment! And, Thanks for watching!
burn it , complete wrong for chicken higiene
Nice job on the coop which is better than my apartment ! Could I rent it out and move in with the chickens ?
So I've seen a couple of these videos .... and your coops look really refined.
Just 1 question. It seems that having just a single nesting box isn't enough. Will the chickens lay eggs in a spot that all ready has eggs?
Anyone who has chickens will tell you that they all tend to lay in the same nest box. One egg hutch (on most our coops) has 3 nest boxes inside. 5-8 chickens will share one single nest box. Thanks for your comments, we know it's a common misconception.
@@CarolinaCoopsVideos cool. Thanks for the info. Also took me down memory lane 40 some odd years to my grandparents farm.
I was scared sh!tless to collect eggs. LOL
Nice Coop!!! I always keep the coop door closed up at night, just in case some predator gets inside the run. As for the coop shavings being changed once a year, no way! I have six hens, and turn that litter every day for it not to attract flies and smell. I clean it out at least twice a year too! Adding sand to the bottom of the coop may help with absorption too....and don't forget Diatomaceous human grade earth too!
Yes way! Also using industrial hemp with the deep litter system we have coops that have not been cleaned out in almost two years now.
I initially had a door on my coop but ultimately stopped using it. My hens would get all worked up in the morning until I let them out and their definition of morning was earlier than mine. I figured it was like my home: I don't close and lock my bedroom door because my home is secure. Ditto with a well designed run. My only issue was that they still weren't happy being in the run, so I attached a string from my second floor bedroom window to the door to the run and when they would start up, I'd just pull the string/latch connection and let them roam. :-)
this American Ingenuity...they should sell this stuff at Walmart or Home Depot.
Thank you. Currently our coops are only available through us at Carolinacoops.com. Thanks for watching.
You are what you eat/ate meaning that you don't want your chickens eating friggin pizza lol
LOVE it!!! This coop is on my wish list!
Thank you!
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This is a BIG thumbs up
First class construction and design.
Thank you.
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Would you come to the UK to build this for me?
Top quality and great design , 3000 is not out of line thats a lot of work , if you have the money why not it will last 20-30 years if not more and looks good in your back yard.. don't work for him , coming from a carpenter myself.. good job
Thank you for the opportunity to point out what you can't see from this video. The entire coop is constructed using wood glue and pocket hole joinery. With this, you get one of the strongest joints possible as the glue seals the end-grain and the diagonal screws go cross-grain and bite into the grain, versus typical home construction where nails are just shot through the end-grain. We also use an exterior rated siding designed for outdoor sheds and buildings such as coops. The henhouse is framed with horizontal and vertical supports, which have a top and bottom plate. These are cleverly hidden for aesthetic purposes, to give the owner the cleanest and prettiest appearance.
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Once you mentioned hemp as a tool you sold me on your coop. Im a general contractor and am building my own but ill sell yours to friends
thank you.
Why do people use these guys? easy QUALITY. And it shows
thank you.
Sheesh...... a human can live in there.
We have heard that a few times! lol. Thank You for Watching!
This is a fantastic chicken coop. It has got everything that I and my chickens (and my ducks) would like to have. Congratulations!!
I am in South Australian, Adelaide. So I can not have you to come the do it for me. Instead, I will have to do it by myself (with your permission).
Best regards and I would like to get in touch with you to get more technicalities about this wonderful chicken coop.
Tamer
We CAN deliver anywhere in the world!! We are currently packing up a couple coops to go to Sweden! Give us a call or shoot us an email for more information!
919.794.3989
I like this coop design, it seems it could be a foot or even 2 feet shorter. I have to ask, with such a set-up, wouldnt having a 2 inch layer of straw (bedding) and changing it every 3 months work better? Then you could dis-infect it easily at the time you change bedding. And having multiple levels of branches (dowels) would seem ideal for them to pick their temperature zone they want to roost at. Great design though, I could see converting that to a chicken/rabbit hutch setup with ease. I would like to see water drip systems and automatic feed dispensers built into the coop design as well. But GREAT work!
We build all sizes, each to client specs. We advocate for as much space as possible when talking about chicken coops. Especially if you cannot allow the hens to free range for a bit each day. Each client has their own needs and wants. You can use whatever substrate you like, we prefer to use the hemp and not have to clean the hen house so often. The hemp works great! You can also put as many roost bars as you would like but we keep them so the birds are not defecating on each other. We do also sell and install auto feeders and waterers upon the clients request. Some prefer to use their own methods or existing waterer and feeder.
Thanks for the compliments!
How much is it ?
Beautiful coop. In my experience the predator apron will not keep chipmunks from digging in. They are food thieves. And you may have competition for the single file door. My gals all rush out at once through a 4' door. Luv the roof and run.
Great work.
Wow this guy is............................................. I will say amazing and leave it at that. :-D
Thank You!
Thanks for watching! Stay tuned!
Subscribed. :-D
Would You Guys come all the way to Louisiana to build a coop for my Peacock and his harem of hens
Pimp C Murrda I’m in Baton Rouge next week building a custom coop. So yes we go everywhere and we love peacocks.
I like the construction and the design. Looks great.
Thank you!
Your chickens will love you... lol. ...awesome penthouse.... Boom!
Love your chicken coop. Too bad you're not in Canada.
Great job guys!!!
We DO ship to Canada!
@@carolinacoopsservice7306 you ship to belgium? i want one to
If in Montana,what about Bears? would they have a heck of a time breakin into this kind of Coup? if that even were a problem,might not be,but could be,considering the terran and being out in a very rural area,as such??? thank you. Im in carolina and from Carolina, love da Carolina Chicken Coups,layout,everything, Very well though out and considerate of Owners and Chickens!! I call my chickens "Cluck Clucks" Ha!
This is the best chicken coop. Hope I get one like this in France. :)
Thank you! And Thank you for watching!
We can build in France!
Really! Approximately how much it would cost me to build one like this in France. please :)
where in France? Please feel free to call or email us!
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Is the Cali available yet?
I love your work. Just simply can’t afford it.
Have been waiting for a less expensive coop for 4-6 chickens.
Yes! Please check out our website for prices and options: carolinacoops.com/shop/california-coop/
Awesome construction and design. Hope your company flourishes.
Thank you very much!! So appreciated!
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Nice that the doors come off, but I think I would add a few pins on the exterior to store the doors on.
You certainly can modify it to your liking. Theres just not a ton of space for that especially if you have 2 egg hutches and aesthetics are very important to many o four clients. Most have no problem with storing the doors in a garage or shed for the season.
Thanks for watching!
Awesome design... I'd live to have this how much for this particular model?
This style coop starts at $2995 in a kit or $4700 for panelized. Please feel free toggle us a call if you should have any questions, we can write up an estimate for the perfect coop for you!
I watching the video while I am also paying attention to the dog, dogs are always wonder where they bury their bone😌😂😂😂
How much does something like that cost material + installation?
I live in Long Island New York.
That sharp edge of the laying box roof sheeting worries me! other than that the coop is nice.
There is a nice auto trim that we suggest to people with concern of this with maybe children around but the down side to encasing the edge is that it will hold water and cause premature deterioration to the steel roofing.
Thanks for watching!!
Mark Paterson I have sheet metal laying all over my run I’ve never had an injury but I guess it’s possible
I absolutely LOVE this coop!! And...i think your t-shirt rocks!!!! My granddaughter says that all the time and the chicken on it is Awesome Sauce!! LOL Can you please share where you got it? Thanks so much!! Great video and presentation.
Thank you! Not certain about the shirts... perhaps Target or WalMart...
what a beautiful coop!!! only thing I cant do is the 2 yr clean out lol I cant mentally not clean it lol great coop!!
I had a hard time wrapping my head around it as well... then I tried it. Now, Ill never go back! ;)
Thanks for watching!
Are you referring to the chicken opening on the front henhouse wall?
The hardware cloth on the inside of the run is nice but cover the edges from the inside with a 1"x2" strip of wood. Your Lab or a large raccoon will be able to push it open. In time those staples holding the hardware cloth will rust & weaken. Also install a door between the run & the coop. Even a simple pull string door will work. Your chickens are your babies, keep them safe.
You are correct in that uncoated wire and weak attachment gives predators a possible point of entry. We have addressed this by using only PVC coated wire and attaching the wire using 1 1/4" stainless steel staples shot in with a pneumatic nailer. For the kit assembled at home, we aren't counting on the homeowner having a pneumatic nailer, so we include furring strips (as you suggest) to cover the edges for extra security. The PVC coated wire and stainless steel staples will not rust and retain their strength for decades. The door between the henhouse and run is unnecessary, provided the exterior predator apron is attached, as the entire coop is predator proof. We take keeping our chicken babies safe seriously!
Frank Desantis my chickens are Friday night dinner
This is nice but he should have put a door on the coop where the chickens are at night. Otherwise perfect for a 4-6 hens. I wonder what his rec # of chickens for this size.
We do offer a henhouse doors. Automatic and manual. Solar, electric and lockable. We let the client choose which fits their needs best. we do also encourage applying an apron to protect the entire run from burrowing predators therefor not needing a door on the hen house. If you are unable to let the flock free range, we suggest no more than 6 standard sized hens. If you ARE able to let them free-range everyday, the hen house can accommodate up to 12 standard sized hens.
well presented and nice design
Thank you!
I like how simple it is but so effective
YESSS!!!! Thank you! Thanks for watching!
that coop is nice.. well built and engineered...
Thank you!
Wow very creative and interesting! You just earned a Sub and a Like😀
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12-14 with the ability to free range each day. More if you incorporate bantams. There are 2- 6ft roosting bars in the hen house
I live up on a hill and it gets quite windy, if I hooked the run door onto the hardware cloth I'd be concerned that the door would rattle in the wind and cause damage to the hardware cloth.
I'm looking into raising long-tailed ornamental varieties of chickens and I'm curious how you would accommodate for something like that with this design. Since the birds' tails need to be kept up off the ground when roosting to prevent breakage. Would there still be enough room to give 3ft or so under the roost and still give them enough room to get on the roosts?
+Zenith Maiden We also build to spec! If you need a certain dimension or accessory, we accomodate!
I do love your chicken coops, but on this particular chicken run I do no like the way you left those blocks sticking out.No chicken door on the hen house.Then some coops are painted and yal went to the extream. This worrys me will i be the one to get needs or will i be the one to get top of the line.
Not gonna lie...this is the nicest chicken coop I've ever seen! What detail and craftsmanship!
Thank you so much for compliment and for watching our videos.
Beautiful coop with a well though out design. What type of material do you suggest for the deep litter method?
Jennifer Fischer we love industrial hemp. It’s the best! We sell it everyday on our website at carolinacoops.com
Is it a bad idea to just put hardware cloth on the floor attached to the frame? Couldn't you backfill the inside deep enough so it wouldn't bother the chickens when they're scratching around? It seems more predator proof than draping it around the perimeter and backfilling. But you're the expert, and I'm just asking questions. Thanks
Thanks for your question. You would be surprised how much chickens dig. Plus the more you back fill the inside of the run, then the dirt would be pilled up against wood frame and the hardware cloth, which isn't recommended at all.
I will be making a mobile chicken trailer next spring it will hold 6 to 8 chickens
Love the coop & video!! What is your website? Xx
Hi Jennifer! Check out our website:
carolinacoops.com/
nice ..
I'm impressed. Not sure of the cost to benefit ratio over time. It is really well designed. Thanks for the vid.
Thanks for watching!
Here is how to design a coop that keeps your chickens warm in even the coldest of climates: ChickenCoop. info
Michael Reyes Quit spamming the mans comment block. This is how he makes a living, feeds his family. Take that shit elsewhere!!!!
May I ask what is the litter you mention a couple times near the end of the presentation? I looked at your website...wow! I especially loved the playhouse conversion and the "under the wrap around porch."
Thank you! We are referring to the deep litter method in our videos. Our coops all have deep litter beds, which means you don't have to clean out your henhouse for at least a year or longer. The litter (we love the industrial hemp in there) just breaks down and actually provides beneficial microbes to the litter. It makes your life easier too.
You can read more about it here.: carolinacoops.com/chicken-coops/standard-features/deep-litter-beds/
Gitter unter Sitzstangen bauen,das die Hühner 🐔 nicht mit dem Kot zusammen kommen.=Kotbunker
My only critique would be, what appears to be, the exposed sharp edge of the roofing iron over the nest boxes, that could slice open a child's forehead, when he/she is attempting to collect eggs. - Otherwise its a "state of the art" coop ! Also you could hang those removable doors on hooks just under the apex eaves, above their normal hingeing positions.
We do suggest using and "automotive trim" to cover that if needed but it does not allow water to escape weep out very quickly, which may cause premature deterioration to the roofing material.
Thanks for watching!
Very good ,muchas gracias 👍🤘
very cool coop bro congrats
all she paid and door doesnt come with it
How much does one like this COST??
Great design and presentation, you really thought this out. The dog was a great addition too.
Thanks for watching!
What size/width lumber do you use for your roosting bars?
If you for the Carolina coop tha10 by 30 feet long...he said he used scraps of 2 x4s I think he said
My hens are pigs, they don't care for leafy greens but will scarf up bread.
lol! Thanks for watching!
Once a year lol you probably pick up your house once a year
Nice work. How much will this cost?
I did not understand what you use for composting? "Hemp" pine? Just starting out
In this video we are using industrial hemp. You can also use pine shavings.
Thanks you
Good job
Sir please tell us about the cost ,construction methods and
also coop size .keep it up thanks once again.
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😱This guy just clean the poop just once a year or two year.🤔 I realy doubt that is good for the chicken. It should stink so badly🤮.
Using industrial hemp bedding and the deep litter method makes it healthier for the chickens as long as you don't overload your henhouse with chickens. We've done many videos addressing this. Thanks for watching.
That’s not a ramp 2:21 it’s a chikn ladder
The wire used on the predator security on the outside is too large to keep out rats and other small predators.
We always recommend keeping food away from the coop and making sure the feeder doesn't make a mess so you don't attract rats at all. This will keep out digging predators, like raccoons, foxes, possums, coyotes, and dogs. Thanks for your comments.
it would be nice to add a spring to the run door
Great construction. Wasted on chickens. This is not about the chickens. It's about the owners.
We don't feel our thoughtful construction is wasted on chickens at all. We love animals and feel there is nothing wrong with giving them the best we can. Our customers agree which is why we are in a booming business. Our coops keep chickens safe and healthy, and there's nothing wrong with wanting that for any creature.
I bet that looks like shit after 6 months.
I hate when people dont know how to take care of an animals....clean your stuff and maintained. More like once a month! Or just dont have.
With our coops people don't have to clean it once a month, that's the beauty of the deep litter method. And with the deep litter method, it's actually more healthy for your birds because of the beneficial microbes. Our customers and their birds love it. Thanks for watching.
How many chickens can go into this?
damn chickens living better than most humans... no need to spend all this money on chickens
If people want to spend money to keep their chickens safe and have a coop that will last for a lifetime, we think that's fine. People shouldn't judge what people spend on the welfare of their animals. It's your choice not to spend money on chickens. Thanks for watching.
what about snakes ?would they still get in to your coop
Hi Sue. That's a good question. Only baby snakes can get into our coops through the 1/2 inch hardware cloth and chickens love to eat baby snakes. Thanks for watching!
Where can I get the high density polyethylene sheets? And do u caulk the seam with anything?
We don't use any caulk, our HDPE is cut to precision on our CNC machine. You can see if you can source it locally, as it's expensive to ship because of the size of the sheets.
Chickens need a lot of protein
I like it
How many chickens can this chip handle? It looks great!
We would recommend up to 12 chickens with free ranging for this coop.
How much does that. Coop cost.
Beautiful workmanship!
Thank you! Thanks for watching!
Really nice coop i love it
Thank you
Hi, great Coop. Do you have the design plan for this so I can follow and build?
kind of tacky isn't it, he sells them for a living.
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This is glorious, I been tryin to find out about "free chicken coop" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you heard people talk about - Machaaldity Coop Blaster - (just google it ) ? Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my m8 got amazing results with it.
Do you sell plans for building chicken coops?
We don't currently sell our plans.
I drool with every showing. I would like to know how they decided on where the perfect spot on their land was to place. (My stumbling area) I know I would love to see out my window and close to water - what else am I missing
Dirumah gua mah cuma pake kaso bekas, kawat loket itu juga yg rada karat, bambu, tripleks yg 5,5mm, sama karet ban buat bikin engsel pintu udah cukup banget and murah pisan...
once every two years ? sounds like knee deep in ammonia
Not with our coops, hemp bedding, and the deep litter method. You can find out more about it here:
deeplittermethod.com