New Octagon Coop Construction Underway - Progress

[Crafty-Chicken-Lady]

This is the most amazing coop I have seen yet! You are doing an awesome job! Keep up the excellent work. So excited to see the completed coop.

Kudos!!

 

[flowerchild59]

I just read through the entire thread. Awesome job is all I can say.

 

[EpiduralGirl]

Not done yet, but getting there, slowly.

Today I got nest box lids made. The nest boxes are just not well designed, but I'm overcoming that and getting there. All I need now is some wood on the sides of the lids to cover the gaping holes that will invite evil critters to invade the coop, and I'm good.

I have also been working on the run. The framing is 99% done (just have to tie the upper bit to the coop), and the battle with the hardware cloth is half done. I made a door, and that's now hung and functional. I still have no idea how I am going to do the chicken wire on the roof of the run, but I'll figure it out. (Had to be chicken wire, hardware cloth is just too darn expensive. I also might electrify it someday if it looks like I have to. I have an unused fencer that I'm itching to use).

I have had "help" from my cats. It's so much easier to get things done when you have a feline under your feet.

This is me today, taking a break inside the coop to get some shade. In the last month, I've become 11 pounds lighter and a few shades darker from all the outside work.

Left to do:
Finish putting hardware cloth on run.
Get chicken wire on top of the run.
Add screening to cover gap under roof.
Wire mesh in vents.
Get the electric hooked up.
Install the light (the fan is already up)
Finish the nest box lids.
Build steps up to people door.

Weather prediction later this week: Mid 90's. Ouch.

 

[ParadiseFoundFarm]

I can't belive the work you've done! Mostly on your own. I have an idea for the roof for you:
make frames from 2x2s in managable sizes and wire them on the ground.
Install them in sections and secure with screws.
Lots easier than a big roll you'd have trouble getting tight and if there's damage, you'd only have a section to replace/fix instead of the entire thing.

 

[EpiduralGirl]

I LOVE that idea!!! Thank you!

 

[ChickInDelight]

What a beautiful design that appears to match your lovely home. The thought of losing weight give inspiration to this old, fat chick.

You go girl!

 

[kvmommy]

I just got rid of my chickens whom I loved because hubby never made the coop he promised me...then complained incessantly because they started roosting in the rafters of the pool shed and not in their designated area....thus vmaking a huge mess. We fought so much. Its not the chickens or coop thats the problem, its his laziness and unwillingness to help me. So after following this I've come up with 2 options. 1.) Leave my husband and marry you. 2.) Get out there and do it myself too. I could afford to lose some weight and get darker....so I guess option 2 itis.

Thank you for being so inspirational.

 

[princessbroc]

Great coop!! And weight loss and a tan to boot, huh? Sign me up!!

AWesome job, thanks for sharing!

 

[chicktwins]

I LOVE IT!!!

You have done an amazing job, quite an accomplishment all around.

I don't know you but am proud of all you have done.....keep it up. You are going to take a look at this once everything is complete and the chickens are living it up and smile the biggest smile ever

I cannot wait to see the chickens enjoying your hard work!!

 

[flowergirl60]

Wow! All I can say is Wow. You go girl. Can't wait to see the chickies in their new home.