Roof for coop--how to get it up there?

[QChickieMama]

I eagerly built a roof for my 10x10 chain-link dog run/coop the other day out of construction scraps. However, I now realize that it's too HEAVY to lift up to the top of the coop.

I have wedged some bricks under the 3 main supports (2x6 planks) to give the grass beneath it some air, but I really need some suggestions about how to hoist it up there. I have large heavy hinges that I was going to bolt the main supports to and then to the wall of the tack room, but at this point, I may need a crane to lift it. Any clever ideas??

 

[PD-Riverman]

Hmmmm, most of us build it up there---like a house---get the family and friends there for a "roof lifting" party.

 

[KoopOnTruckin]

Yeah, a 24 pack of beer (or Coke) and a small BBQ for some strong/tall neighbors could get a lot done!

 

[PD-Riverman]

Yeah, a 24 pack of beer (or Coke) and a small BBQ for some strong/tall neighbors could get a lot done!

Might be the only option----being it is already built on the dirt.

 

[ChickenMammX4]

We just rebuilt our windmill, a lift truck, some strong guys, lots of beer & fried chicken made for easy work!

 

[Kellycbf]

Teenagers and pizza.

 

[Cindy in PA]

If it is that heavy, will the run even support it?

 

[TalkALittle]

If it is that heavy, will the run even support it?

I was sorta wondering the same.

 

[aart]

If it is that heavy, will the run even support it?

I was sorta wondering the same.

Me three.

 

[kwhites634]

I eagerly built a roof for my 10x10 chain-link dog run/coop the other day out of construction scraps. However, I now realize that it's too HEAVY to lift up to the top of the coop.

I have wedged some bricks under the 3 main supports (2x6 planks) to give the grass beneath it some air, but I really need some suggestions about how to hoist it up there. I have large heavy hinges that I was going to bolt the main supports to and then to the wall of the tack room, but at this point, I may need a crane to lift it. Any clever ideas??

Is there a strong tree limb over the run, by any chance? You might be able to incorporate a chain hoist.