How to Measure/Gauge Venilation & Airflow

[micstrachan]

How does one evaluate the ventilation in the coop? I’m aware of the 1 square foot minimum of vent/window per bird rule, but what about a funky layout? I have a staggered, two-story coop and really don’t know how to assess whether it’s venting properly. I tend to shut it down more when we get winter storms (which are mild here in California), but this reduces ventilation. Just thinking ahead for this next winter. Thoughts?

 

[aart]

It's more 'art' than science....use your nose and eyes...especially with a funky configuration.

Make as much ventilation as you can, but make it weather proofed and/or adjustable to close some down during winter and/or storms, so inside of coop doesn't get wet and birds aren't a strong direct draft when roosting.

If you can't get inside coop and close doors during high winds it's pretty hard to actually assess air movement/flow.