I built an a-frame run 8x16. SCREWED 2X4s between the a-frames at 48 inches and lagged them into 4x6 foundation timbers. Worked very very well.........I also ran a doubled 2x4 ridge board supported by 2x8 gussets and horizontal 16 foot 2x4s that fit into noches cut in a-frame w circular saw...
My dad built 8x10 coop w 7 foot ceiling. He was going to build top roost at 6 feet but postings on byc are making him rethink this,,,,birds may fly off roost and crash land perhaps injuring themselves. Question should we make top roost at 4, 5 or 6 feet high and how far from the side wall...
This is my first post, I am the newest of the new and look forward to being an active member of this forum. My dad is here in CA building an 8x10 coop for me and my 3 sons. He will build the back wall of the coop Saturday and that wall will contain the automated door for chickens to access the...