Possibly one of the most important factors that will need to be looked at is the size of chicken coop you want to build.  There are small, medium, and large plans for hen houses and  chicken coops, and each accommodates a specific number of chickens. The biggest mistake you can make is adding too many chickens into your coop.  Because each chicken requires a certain size area to feel comfortable and lay eggs properly, you’ll really want to make sure you are considering your coop size wisely. It is always better to error by planning too big than being too small, plus then you can always add more hens to the coop if you want later on.

Choosing What Type of Coop to Build 

Probably one of the decisions you’re struggling with right now at this point is determining which type of chicken coop you need.  There are a variety of different chicken coops that you can build, but knowing which one is going to best fit your needs is important for getting the success of your flock.   If you spend the money on a hen house, it only makes sense that it needs to suit your individual needs, so getting started on the right foot is important. There are some important factors that you should take into consideration before deciding what type of coop to build.  The upcoming blog posts will lead you down the right path to choosing wisely and being very satisfied with your new chicken house once it’s built!