Chicken Coops at wholesalechickencoops.com - F.A.Q.

Q. Are these coops insulated for severe winter weather?
A. The natural insulating factors of the solid wood construction, along with straw and pine shavings on the floor, and the chickens' own body temperature make for a nice cozy home, even in cold temperatures. It is important to keep your coop well ventilated and the floor and nesting materials dry and clean to reduce humidity. Cleanliness is easily accomplished with a daily removal of feces. A pair of tongs is a great tool for this. The coop can also be moved to the lee side of another building or even moved inside another building to reduce severe wind chill temperatures. A light bulb can also be installed for extra warmth.

Q. How many chickens do these chicken coops hold?
A. Opinions are varied on this subject, depending on bird size, free range, etc. The amount of space required per chicken will determine this. Generally, approximately 1 - 4 square feet per chicken. You may want to consider multiple coops for larger flocks. Volume discounts are available.

Q. Are they predator proof?
A. Even the house you live in is not predator proof, however these coops are predator resistant. The coop areas are completely enclosed. Extra precautions can be taken on site, depending on your circumstances. Predators such as racoon, dog, bear, snake, rat, fox, coyote, cougar, eagle, alligator, etc. can be avoided with fencing, a trained dog, and a Critter Gitter. Paving stones can be placed around the perimeter to help prevent burrowing predators. If you are using a dog to guard against predators, Cesar Millan's excellent TV show has produced training sessions that teach dogs to get along with chickens and rabbits. Cesar's website is cesarmillaninc.com.

Q. Will rain cause damage to the wood?
A. Water damages all wood. They are treated with weather resistant stain. Paint can be applied for extra protection.

Q. How many nests do I need per chicken?
A. Generally, you need approximately 1 nest for every 3 - 5 chickens.

Q. How much perch roosting space do I need per chicken?
A. Generally, you need approximately 9 inches of perch space per chicken.

Q. Is the wood stain safe for chickens?
A. The wood stain is safe and suitable for chicken coops.

Q. What type of wood is used?
A. The wood is fir or Cunninghamia Lanceolata. This high quality softwood is also known as Chinese cedar or Chinese fir. It is a sweetly scented cypress that has been harvested in southeastern Asia for more than 800 years and is prized because it naturally repels pests, fungus and rot. It is a close cousin to the popular western red cedar. It is used indoors and outdoors world wide when durability is critical, for fences, decks, trim boards, ships, home construction, flooring, cabinet making, outdoor furniture, play sets, etc. It is a unique type of coniferous evergreen that grows to average heights of 30 to 75 feet. It is exceptionally resistant to decay and pest infestations (including termites), yet it shares the grain and texture qualities of Douglas fir. It is a soft wood, characterized by warm, pale yellow to white grain. It is largely plantation grown, which takes pressure off of old-growth forests, and making it an eco-friendly and highly renewable wood source.

Q. Why are HSS Wholesale chicken coops so inexpensive?
A. They are mass produced by a professional, computerized, assembly line process, in a low wage country, not unlike an automobile manufacturing plant. Eeconomy of scale and positive shipping logistics from our efficient Vancouver, BC and Blaine WA locations keep costs down. Thanks to a high volume of many happy customers we are also able to keep profit margins low.

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