What do you think of this TSC coop

[mkenner]

I'm not crazy about a pre-fab coop but it looks like the direction we will go at least for now until we get a better set up built. What do you guys think of this one? I have 7, 4 buff orpingtons, 2 black australorps, and one EE. They are all between 2-4 weeks so we still have a little time. They will be free ranging part of the time also and we plan to add about a 12x12 run of extra space.

 

[silkie1472]

I will share a little personal experience with you:

I love the way many TSC chicken coops look, and have purchased many of them. However, they are built VERY cheap. The materials are good and eveything, but after a few rains and chicken use, they just wear out. My current one, which is not very large, is under a year old. It can still hold chickens, but the hinges are loose, and the panels not longer stay together.

Overall, for some, they may be good coops, but I would look into something that would last longer before blowing $300+, even if it involves building a coop.

 

[Penguino1]

You just have to paint it inside and out and it will last quite a while. Also, put wood or bricks underneath the base so that the wood doesn't rot out. The additional run space is a really good idea

 

[mkenner]

Thank you!

 

[kbowman123]

Watching thread for ideas- I have this coop too

 

[mkenner]

Watching thread for ideas- I have this coop too

How do you like it? How many birds do you have in it?

 

[kbowman123]

None yet mine are still in the brooder- I am looking at expanding it I think but final size will determine how many hens I keep- with straight run chicken purchases I have a few backup plans depending on hen house size and hen count

 

[mkenner]

Picked up this coop the other day and got it out together this afternoon. Husband said it went together pretty easy. I am happier with it than I thought..it is much more sturdy than I figured it would be. We will still need to add extra run space but all in all I am pleased. Just wanted to share in case anyone else was looking at this one!