Building a chicken coop can be a fun and adventurous project but you also need to be sure to have adequate planning involved.
This will ensure that your chickens will have the maximum amount of safety and comfort.
The first consideration is the size of the coop as it plays a major part in the chicken's growth.
The size depends upon the amount of chickens that you plan to raise, keeping in mind that you may want to expand that number at a later date.
The coop needs to be big enough for the birds to be comfortable, yet still feel safe and secure.
If your chicken coop is too small there is a chance that your chickens will not grow properly and it may affect their health which could eventually affect the eggs that they lay.
Remember that they are range birds and they do like room to roam.
You also need to make sure that they are safe from predators and that usually include making sure that any wire or mesh used should be put deep into the ground to prevent animals from digging under it.
You may also want to include some type of netting over the yard area to help protect them from airborne predators as well.
Don't forget about need light and warmth with proper ventilation, making it warm and dry in cold, wet seasons and airy during the warmer months.
This will help to keep many different diseases at bay and make your birds comfortable and healthy.