Hi! So I actually did order 8x10’ custom coop from Leonard! I’ll attach pics soon, once delivered! On their blueprint, I added one extra window and moved chicken door. Also got ridge vent with a metal roof and they even offered paint colors to match our existing structures. Excited for my girls (and 1 roo) to get their new home before winter!
Hi! Thanks! There’s a ridge vent in roof. Soffits don’t open. All 4 windows open; 3 coop windows lined with 1/2” hardwire cloth. The front of shed is my 3x8 feed/storage room with 1 window on right; back is 7x8 coop area. Im doing custom adjustments, added rafter to hang feeder. Caulked all around flooring and did waterproof primer in feed room as it was left unlined (inside coop is vinyl linoleum flooring). Going to use sand inside poop tray and pine shavings inside coop. I also lowered perches when we moved them to back so lowest perch is 18” off floor. One of my older Cochin hens has arthritis and she appreciates being able to hop up easier.
Can you leave windows open 24/7 without rain/snow getting in?
Since we’re building a covered pen with clear roof panels, on left side of coop yes I can leave those 2 windows open 24/7 if needed. Two windows off right side are covered by roof awning so chance precipitation could blow inside. The nestboxes are located below right back window; I’m waterproofing top of boxes & sewing upholstery curtains for windows to prevent moisture from blowing in but can still get ventilation. We are considering adding gable vents in spring. I have a fan for circulation as well as a heater. I’m retired poultry microbiologist, formerly USDA researcher. We live in piedmont area of NC, USA. Weather is unpredictable, last 2 winters mild, 3 years back over 18” snow which challenged my old coop. don’t think you can add details to account unless upgrade by paying monthly fees.
With the windows protected by the run roof, you will be able to leave them open year round.
