As you get ready to start building a backyard chicken pen, there are some critical aspects that you must keep in mind so that you see optimal results from the process. Many people are overlooking some aspects of the process that then lead them to have to either go back and rebuilt later on or else have chickens that aren’t laying eggs on a regular basis – which is a frustrating issue to say the least.
By taking the time to consider the following tips, you can help ensure that you do things right the first time around. This will also help to save you money – sometimes hundreds of dollars depending on the particular backyard chicken pen you’re building.
Plan Your Windows Before Building
The first thing you should be doing is taking the time to plan the windows before you build your backyard chicken pen. The windows are going to be the primary source of light for your chicken coop, so you want to make sure that they are placed in the correct position.
You normally should cut the windows in the walls prior to constructing the coop so that you can get this right. Also think about what direction is going to give you the most natural sunlight since that’s where you should be maximizing the window placement on the chicken coop. Continue reading »
