Yup. Just as @3KillerBs says. The 1/4” is more flimsy. I would go 1/2”.
An alternative that I decided against but did consider is 1/4” over welded wire (2”x4” spaces).
I think that would work well because the welded wire is strong and the hardware cloth has tiny holes
But it is twice the...
I think most people use either Premier One or Kencove. Both have excellent customer service and will help you figure out how to get set up.
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I am far from being an expert but I would say I am thankful for my decision to have big roof over-hangs pretty much every day.
The over-hang makes it easier to have soffit venting and it keeps the elements away all year round (sun, snow, rain don't go right in the coop or run).
I also like that...
Here is the best I have on my phone. I can go out later and try and get some better shots.
First picture is of the soffits. I have about a 2’ overhang which I appreciate in all weathers, and as you can see it is closed off with hardware cloth so that fresh air can be sucked in as shown in...
I am also in Northern NJ so share your climate and predator load. I have the following for year round ventilation:
- Roof ridge vent
- Open soffits (protected by 1/2" hardware cloth)
- Both gable ends open and facing prevailing W-E wind (also protected by 1/2" hardware cloth)
I have some...