Articles by TimM

A critical first step is to set four corner blocks so that they are perfectly level. Set the base framing 2x6's across the blocks and place a level on each, one at a time. My site was quite slanted, so I had to use extra 4" thick blocks for rough leveling, and do a little careful digging for...

This is my little coop! Before putting in the chickens, I added more fence (two feet) extending outward from the bottom, and weighed it down with large rocks. I also put in about four inches of crusher-run gravel to raise the level for good drainage. I think it's predator-proof, but I still...