Thank you. Yes, we have a secure coop at night. We have tried to cover it up at night to block light but it hasn't made a difference. They go crazy in the morning, letting us know it's time to get up. Sounds like a flock of geese in the yard - I had no idea how noisy chickens could be!
We're new to chickens and have started slow with two Buff Orpingtons - Priscilla and Edna! Two spoiled girls who have the run of our little back yard. We hadn't realized how loud they can be (in the morning) and are busy trying to come up with ideas to keep them quiet before we get a...
I (unfortunately) feel your pain. I'm going through the same thing right now. I ordered an acoustic blanket to cover them with at night which should reduce the light and buffer the noise a little.
I can't think of anything to do about the hollering that goes on when one notices her sister...