Do I need more ventilation?

[chicken995]

Here is my set up so far.

Windows on east wall. This area is totally shaded by a roof over the run.

Windows on west wall. Not so much shade.

These windows let in quite a bit of sun, so I'm considering flipping them over and putting some "pop rods" on them to make a little awing type thing. What would you do?

I'm thinking for winter time I'll need more ventilation higher up. Like the highest corners in the north and south walls.

If I put install some ventilation there, should i do something like a gable end vent, or something more like what is on the west wall?

Thanks in advance.

 

[SmokinChick]

IF you flip the widows I think you'll like the difference. I used gable vents from Lowes. Easy to install and have a fine screen. Many different sizes also.
If you think you need more ventilation, then you do!
Good luck

 

[clacasse88]

Hi. It looks great. What are the dimensions & how many chickens are you planning to keep in there? Just curious.

 

[bryan99705]

You appear to be in good shape considering the number and size of the openings. What's you plan for winter ventilation? Maybe a vent in the gables would be a good idea as long as there is not a draft on the bird's roost, maybe you can design it to be adjustable so you can control air movement better.

 

[chicken995]

Quote:
8 x 12. Currently have 7. That number will likey change though a 3 of them are likely Roos. 2 will probably be rehomed or traded. If they are rehomed and if I'm following my chicken math correctly it takes 4 new hens to replace 2 roosters.

 

[homesteadmomma]

Quote:
8 x 12. Currently have 7. That number will likey change though a 3 of them are likely Roos. 2 will probably be rehomed or traded. If they are rehomed and if I'm following my chicken math correctly it takes 4 new hens to replace 2 roosters.



At least! Hahaha, but it sounds like you have enough for a standard hatchery order of 25...

 

[JerzeyTransplant]

I used a foundation vent at the top of our coop's wall. It only cost $15 and opens at 70 degrees and closes at 40. Maybe it can help you.