Thinking About a Large Pole-Barn Coop in DFW — Need Opinions!

[jahidul]

Hi everyone,

I’m in the DFW / Northeast Texas area and thinking about building a large pole-barn style chicken coop. I saw this older article:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/the-pole-barn-coop.75352/

Since it’s about 5 years old, I want to know if anyone has tried something similar recently and how it’s holding up — especially in Texas heat, winters, storms, and heavy rain.

What I’m looking for:​

• Is pole-barn construction still a good idea for a big coop in our climate?
• Does it stay cool enough in summer?
• Any issues with durability, predators, or drainage?
• Anything you would do differently?

Planning to house a large number of birds, so I want to make the right investment.


Would love to hear your opinions or see your setups. Thanks!

 

[cavemanrich]

Post some pictures of your pole barn, with dimensions. Also post your idea of the run area they may be using,,
And finally,, an IDEA on the number of chickens you are desiring to raise. Also type: layers, or broilers, or both.


WISHING YOU BEST,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,and