When buying chicken coops, it is always useful to consider how often the coop will be in occupancy. For instance, in hot weather, if there is not much natural shade around, your chickens will shelter inside the coop. Equally, in wet weather, your chickens will need somewhere to stay dry and during the winter when there are long hours of darkness, your chickens can be shut in from 3.30 pm in the afternoon until to 9.00 am the following morning.

Investing in a quality, well built chicken coop will ensure a draught-free environment so you may consider purchasing a larger one knowing that your chickens will still be warm and comfortable and will appreciate the extra space and ventilation. Buying a larger chicken coop also means that cleaning it out will be easier.

The height of the chicken coop is also something worth considering, particularly if you are intending to purchase larger chickens who will need plenty of head room to be comfortable. Another tip to consider if purchasing larger chickens is larger nestboxes because if the nesting boxes are too small, your chickens may start laying on the floor.

Raised chicken coops are always a good idea as being raised from the ground will help to prevent vermin and predators from entering and will also allow your chickens to have a place that is always dry.