About the service
I design and build custom backyard chicken coops from the ground up, tailored to your flock size, climate, and yard layout. Every coop starts with a site visit or photo consultation to plan orientation for sun and wind, drainage, and easy access for daily care. Framing is built from pressure-treated lumber or cedar depending on budget, with a raised floor to deter moisture and rot. Predator-proofing is a core part of every build: hardware cloth (not chicken wire) buried in an L-footer or set in a concrete apron around the perimeter, self-latching doors with carabiner locks, and a fully enclosed run with a secure roof to block hawks and raccoons. Ventilation is planned for year-round comfort — ridge or gable vents positioned above roost height to move stale air and moisture out without creating drafts on the birds. Nesting boxes, roosting bars, a hinged cleanout door, and an exterior egg-collection hatch are all standard. I can add a small chicken run extension, an automatic pop door, insulation for cold climates, or a rain-collection setup on request. Materials are sourced locally where possible to control cost and lead time; typical builds run 5 to 20 days depending on size and site conditions, including delivery and full on-site assembly. Every coop is weatherproofed with exterior paint or stain, and I walk you through daily maintenance before I leave the site. References and photos of past coops are available on request, along with a written quote broken down by materials and labor before any work begins.
