ChickenLittle5
Chirping
The chickens have been in the coop for a couple months, but it is still not completely finished. We had a plan when we started the build, but between the weather and pandemic-driven material shortages, we had to make modifications on the fly. Fortunately, it appears to have worked out well. The ventilation has been great for the summer months. The hen house is no hotter than the outside air. At least it doesn’t “feel” hotter; I haven’t actually measured the temp. I am worried it might be too much for the winter and I might need to close some off; relocate windows; or lower the roosts. Can y’all take a look at the photos and let me know what, if any, modifications I should make for winter? I know winter is a ways off, but I want to get this thing finished! I’m attaching photos along with some sketches with dimensions. I currently have 22 chickens, but 7 are boys and will be leaving 5 will be leaving as soon as I decide which ones. The current roosts are 8’ long; two are 41” high and one is 29” high.