“Great coop for rainy areas as there is no wood to rot. I have 4 chickens and it is pretty roomy. One issue are the perches slip out from slight warping of the main walls. I fixed this with a few 2" deck screws with washers. Not only did it secure the perch, but it also secures the entire coop.”
“I was so impressed with the first one, I bought a second one when I decided to expand my flock this year. Super easy to assemble, super easy to clean. Great roosts for my girls and very weatherproof. Kept my girls safe during the bizzare winter storm in South Central Texas in Feb. The temps dropped to Neg 15 windchill and I closed all the vents, and they made it through without a coop heater. Can't say enough good things. Wooden coops start to rot on day 1 in our area, and I'm 2 years in and it looks almost new!”
“Wow, i finally bought something I don't need a child to put together. LOL, us two adults did just fine without the help. It was simple to figure out the (mostly pictures) instructions and all that was needed was a flat head screwdriver to help slip some of the pieces in place.
I'm very impressed with the size and easy cleaning access.
I bought this coop for 5 White Crested Black Polish Hens. They are just turning 2 months young and have been outside for day excursions due to the weather and age. In another week they will be outside fulltime.
We put the coop up on 4 milk boxes for the time being. Some people might be able to make the stand that directions are provided, but we are not hammer friendly. This is why we bought a Formex.
I have the coop under a trellis for shade in the summer. I will see if it needs a heating device in the winter.
Here in my area of Sheepshead Bay we have feral cat colonies, possum, raccoon, hawks, falcons and even thieving squirrels to worry about. I don't foresee any critters eating through 2 layers of plastic material. So this seems safe and if I order the automatic door...well, won't that be a lazy morning for me! That getting up with the sound of the crowing is something I can do without. ;-)
I am so looking forward to fresh eggs, possibly by July 4th!
New to me and learning as I go that I was so worried about every little thing being perfect. My 94 year young Mom said, Clare, they're chickens! They will adapt". Probably truer words never said. At least they won't have to adapt to a shabby coop. lol
Thanks for making loving my girls easy.”
