Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[Ponypoor]

What do you guys think of this for my flock of ten? It’s expensive amd on the small size compared to what they are used to, but looks nicely made. The assembly video really shows the size. It would be quick smd easy, assuming we could get it shipped in time.
https://overezchickencoop.com/products/extra-large-chicken-coop

For night time roosting it looks golden and I would say would fine until you can get some outdoor run area. Gotta do what you gotta do I say!

 

[bgmathteach]

I know. Very pricy, which is why I am hesitant. I think a nice wood shed could work, but we’d have to install windows and ventilation. Hubby is a contractor and has the skill to build something beautiful. But he doesn’t want to and something quick, as long as it’s big enough and nice enough, would alleviate some moving stress.

Any decent sheds will cost more (brand new) for roughly the same square footage, and won't have roosts & nest boxes. What might work is to check on Craig's list or something similar to see if there are any used ones nearby that you could pick-up. (just be sure to check it out first that it isn't rotting/ in poor condition.) You could also look locally to see if a local shed manufacturer has a shed from last season left over they want to get rid of and will give you a deal.

 

[rural mouse]

What do you guys think of this for my flock of ten? It’s expensive amd on the small size compared to what they are used to, but looks nicely made. The assembly video really shows the size. It would be quick smd easy, assuming we could get it shipped in time.
https://overezchickencoop.com/products/extra-large-chicken-coop

It sounds good, but no pics of the inside set warning bells off for me. Many commercial coops have roosts too flimsy to hold birds larger than bantams. Would it be possible to do the disassemble on your existing to bring along and get the open air tarped "coop"/fence to use while yours is being put back together? The tarped one could then extend your run space, hold roost/climbing apparatus, and provide a bigger, sheltered time with the girls space. Bringing your existing coop would also minimize moving stress as the girls would be back in familiar quickly. Using the teen to help build (reassemble) could put it back together quickly. You'd also be able to inspect all the parts and replace any in need of that at the same time.

After watching the install/build video, I'm still concerned about the roosts themselves. The video is well done, the coop is well done and as long as it matches what was shown, fantastic! I still question the roosts dimensions/ sturdiness.

 

[bgmathteach]

I hope the wood is quality. These coops look lovely then I found that they splinter and break

The Amish built ones are very good quality! That is part of the reason for the pricing.

 

[Ponypoor]

I’m inclined to buy a shed instead. If DH put the windows in before assembly, thst might be easiest. But I’m sort of at his mercy, since I need his expertise to do most of the work.

I see those prefab garden sheds at home Depot all the time and think they would be awesome, it would be easy to put in a couple windows, and a simple roof vent. Likely less expensive than the coop... ?

 

[Marie2020]

It crossed our mind, but it’s massive and heavy. I don’t think it could be moved without disassembly and reassembly.

If I move I would have the exact same problem

It's sad but maybe a shed set up may be better

 

[Marie2020]

The Amish built ones are very good quality! That is part of the reason for the pricing.

Unlike here in uk .

 

[BY Bob]

Sydney is Sydney! She’s always like that.

Yes she is but only towards Phyllis. We shall see if Betty gets the same treatment.

 

[Ponypoor]

I know. Very pricy, which is why I am hesitant. I think a nice wood shed could work, but we’d have to install windows and ventilation. Hubby is a contractor and has the skill to build something beautiful. But he doesn’t want to and something quick, as long as it’s big enough and nice enough, would alleviate some moving stress.

I bet your hubby could also get scrap timber for doing perches, etc. And a prefab garden shed those 8x8 metal ones are likely pretty inexpensive...

As for skill my suggestion is to go on YouTube and check out how to measure, use a round saw, and electric drill which doubles as screwdriver . I learnt as a teen that if I wanted something done I had to do it myself. In fact as I got older I would get my dad these great tools for Father's Day and then I would use them more than him!

You are a strong independant woman I know you can figure out how to put in roosts, a vent, even simple windows! I love tinkering and building stuff too bad your not close by hahaha!

 

[bgmathteach]

A 10X10 shed, but would have to either put serious spar eurathane or linoleum on floor to protect it, plus windows, roosts & nest boxes & pop-door & ventilation (other than windows): Home depot (also not sure about Cali restrictions)