Coop Modification Recommendations

[Sueby]

HI @Sueby
Which directions do the windows on your coop face? North? South? East? West?
I‘m trying to figure out the best direction to fact the coop windows. Do I face them South so the get tons of light from the sun or North where they will be shaded?
Since there are no windows in the back of the coop, I was concerned if I face it North it will be too dark. Then again, if I face it South, there might be too much Summer sun.

Any suggestions are appreciated. Thanks!

Mine face north. It's the way it had to be here, I didn't have a choice, but I think it's probably best as our weather never comes from the north so I never have to close them. As far as light - it hasn't been an issue. They go in before the sun sets & it's not too dark for them to get situated. I do agree that facing south would probably get it really hot in there in the summer. If I had a choice I would leave them facing north because of the weather.

 

[Mjvl]

Mine face north. It's the way it had to be here, I didn't have a choice, but I think it's probably best as our weather never comes from the north so I never have to close them. As far as light - it hasn't been an issue. They go in before the sun sets & it's not too dark for them to get situated. I do agree that facing south would probably get it really hot in there in the summer. If I had a choice I would leave them facing north because of the weather.

Thanks for your response.
I'm going to have the coop face north as well.

 

[Sueby]

Thanks for your response.
I'm going to have the coop face north as well.

Any time! Happy to chat with someone who has the same type of coop! Make sure you update when everyone is in & settled. I'd say when your done, but NEVER done with a coop & chickens!

 

[Cattle dog Mom]

Which way to face the windows depends on your individual situation. For me, all of the nasty cold wind and snow comes from the north or west. So if I faced them north, they would have to be closed all winter to keep the 40+mph wind out.(Not to mention the snow.) Here (central WA.) facing things south, or even east is best.

 

[Mjvl]

Any time! Happy to chat with someone who has the same type of coop! Make sure you update when everyone is in & settled. I'd say when your done, but NEVER done with a coop & chickens!

Yes, I’m so glad I found someone with a similar coop. Will definitely share updates as they are completed. Thanks again!

 

[Mjvl]

Which way to face the windows depends on your individual situation. For me, all of the nasty cold wind and snow comes from the north or west. So if I faced them north, they would have to be closed all winter to keep the 40+mph wind out.(Not to mention the snow.) Here (central WA.) facing things south, or even east is best.

Thanks for sharing your recommendations.

 

[Ccort]

Hi!

I am looking at this coop as a possibility for my 9. Are you able to stand up inside of it? I'm wondering if I will be hunched over all the time for cleaning.

 

[Mjvl]

Hi!

I am looking at this coop as a possibility for my 9. Are you able to stand up inside of it? I'm wondering if I will be hunched over all the time for cleaning.

Hi @Ccort - I am able to stand up inside but not fully, I need to bend over a little. For reference I am about 5’1’’. Hope this helps.

 

[Sally PB]

Being able to stand up in your coop is something your back with thank you for in the future.

 

[Ccort]

Also, I was hoping to keep some open space under the coop so as not to lose square footage of my run. (The coop will sit in the run). Is there enough room under the coop for chickens to roam under it?