Mine are hardwired to roost up. Hen coop / pen to small, they will not stay with it even after 6 months. What I do is modify the coops to provide more up. For nesting, I make so nest are more dispersed but otherwise more attractive than natural options.
Show pictures of your coops.
Have you seen 5-gallon buckets used as nest sights?
Show pictures of your coops.
Have you seen 5-gallon buckets used as nest sights?