Things You'll Need
- Feeder
- 1-by-2-inch lumber
- Water dispenser
- Drill and saw
- Light bulb
- Electric timer
- Insulation
- OSB sheeting
Instructions
Cut and opening to create a separate entrance for your chicken measuring 16-by-16 inches. Install a tamper-proof locking mechanism that can be secured at night and kept open during the day.
Install a a window or vent you can install one. Take a window small enough to fit between studs so you do not weaken the structure by cutting studs. Add a 10-by-10 inch vent as the coop will be dusty.
Install perches using 1-by-2 inch lumber for the chickens to sleep on. Install around 8 inches of perch space per chicken at different heights.
Install the waterer and the feeder inside the coop next to the chicken door so the chickens drink enough. Spread the bedding on the floor of the coop.
Install a supplementary light, if necessary. Put it on a timer to give your chickens 12 hours of light consistently. If you need to install insulation, cover it with OSB or another type of wood.