not crappy pre fab kit

[aart]

What kind of fence is it? Most fencing comes in sections that screw on to the posts. Easy to remove one sections to gain access to the yard.

True Dat...but I'm betting it's chain link.

 

[mowin]

True Dat...but I'm betting it's chain link.

Your Probably correct, that's why I said most. Post did say it was a 6' fence. Most 6' fencing in my area is a wooden privacy fence. Not too many CL fencing that high.

 

[aart]

Post did say it was a 6' fence.

Ah good point.

So what say you @Rushdoggie, can fence be opened for temporary access to install coop?

 

[Rushdoggie]

Ah good point.

So what say you @Rushdoggie, can fence be opened for temporary access to install coop?

It's chain link...and it has a top bar. I suppose the chain link fabric could be opened (I'm not sure how but I'm sure it could) but then it would have to fit under the top bar at 5'11" and also falls into the "too much labor for me to do with a bum arm" issue.

 

[Rushdoggie]

Two 3' gates, so a 6' opening?
For 1k you could get a good one, but it's gonna take time and patience to shop it out.
First make sure you know what design you want.
Just because a coop is expensive and looks good, doesn't mean it's well designed for birds and keepers.

Yes, hence the issues I have with my current set up.

 

[rosemarythyme]

I already had a chain link run in place so when I had my coop (a shed) installed the builder brought in walls as premade panels, then just put them up on site. So depending on how a coop/shed is made, it is possible to get it into an existing fenced enclosure.

 

[Chickassan]

Alot of places that sell prefabricated sheds will place it inside your fence for you, just show them where you want it.
They go over the top so no gate size worries.

There's a couple of places, but they are all already assembled. I have no idea how I would get that in my yard through the existing gates. They are typical 3' gates.

 

[mowin]

It's chain link...and it has a top bar. I suppose the chain link fabric could be opened (I'm not sure how but I'm sure it could) but then it would have to fit under the top bar at 5'11" and also falls into the "too much labor for me to do with a bum arm" issue.

I think your best option is to find a local handy man to build you a coop. Or talk to the local shed place and have them take a look at the situation. Possibility he might be able to roll back the CL and unbolt the top rail for a small fee if you purchase a shed from them.

 

[mesalina87]

I hope you have luck with getting a new coop and fence. I built my 1st coop and run for 88.00 dollars. If I could do it over I would. At least move it from where it is now,

 

[CityslickerHomestead]

I was/am in the same boat. This past Saturday I modified the interior as a temporary fix for my problems. Are you able to make slight modifications to buy yourself some time/save you from the headache of finding another one?

I personally have no luck with craigslist, and local builders charge over $5,000.

The only prefab one that caught my eye as being of decent enough quality to survive Montana winters is the OverEZ brand.

The smallest houses 5 chickens and sells for $799. The dimensions are 34” x 45” and 4’6” high. It would fit through your fence and is supposedly easy to put together. There are add-ons for electricity, wheels, and runs, but that will cost you.

https://overezchickencoop.com/product/small-overez-chicken-coop/