Making a mini-chicken coop for 5 chickens with your own hands, drawings and dimensions

When breeding a small number of birds on a private farm, it is advisable to think about building a mini-chicken coop. There are several building designs that are usually designed to accommodate 5 chickens. During construction, it is necessary to take into account a number of nuances and create conditions for comfortable keeping of individuals.

Features of the structure of a mini-chicken coop for 5 chickens

When planning the construction of a stationary mini-chicken coop, you need to choose a place with an average level of natural light, protected from through blowing. The optimal option is to locate it close to a tall bush, the shade of which will protect the room from heating, and the sparse branches will partially transmit light. To avoid dampness, it is better to give preference to a site on a hill. The actual construction of the facility is carried out according to standard rules.

Drawing up a project and calculating dimensions

Before starting to build a structure, you need to draw up a project in which drawings are drawn and the dimensions of all sides are determined. For free existence 5 Having chickens at the dacha is enough poultry house with an area of ​​about two square meters. The base can be made in the shape of a square with an aspect ratio of 1.5 x 1.5 m or made rectangular 1 x 2 m. The height is calculated taking into account your own height and 15-20 cm is added to simplify the process of cleaning and disinfecting the room.

Perches are placed at a height of up to 1.2 m and equipped with a ladder. A tray is built under the base of the structure to collect excrement. Bird nests should have dimensions of 40 x 40 cm.

Necessary materials and tools for construction

To carry out construction work you will need a basic set of tools. Materials you need to prepare:

• beams of different lengths for the base of the structure and perches;
• sheet plywood or chipboard;
• metal grid;
• roofing material;
• insulation;
• fasteners (hinges, nails, screws).

Making a small chicken coop

The construction of a compact poultry house is carried out in stages.By following the step-by-step instructions, you will be able to ensure the reliability and durability of the structure.

Making the foundation

The foundation is created only for the stationary type of chicken coop. The easiest way is to make a columnar type of foundation, for which you need to fill trenches with concrete mixture around the perimeter of the selected area. Support pillars can be secured in compacted soil. When choosing a solid or strip foundation, you need to make formwork, and then concrete it. In this case, the pouring area and time costs increase.

Installation of walls and roof

After preparing the foundation, construction of the main frame begins. To do this, the blanks of beams are fastened together so that they form a stable rectangle. Then the base of the walls is constructed in the form of frames, on top of which the upper frame is mounted.

To create walls, you can use beams, plywood, chain-link mesh, or a combination of these materials. In a stationary poultry house, 3 walls must provide protection from external influences, and the front wall is equipped with an entrance hole and a mesh surface for natural light. The walls of a permanent chicken coop are covered with thermal insulation material. It is not recommended to use polystyrene foam for this purpose due to its high density and inability to permeate moisture.

The erected structure is covered with a roof. To do this, support beams or a solid ceiling made of boards are fixed across the upper frame. A layer of thermal insulation and roofing material are laid on top of the material. The roof can be built with one or two slopes to prevent accumulation of precipitation.

Floor base

The floor is made of concrete or boards. You can also stretch a metal mesh with medium-sized cells as a base.There should be a waste tray underneath the base. If you are building a year-round chicken coop, you need to insulate the floor. For a columnar foundation, it is recommended to lay a double floor and place insulating material in the space between the boards.

Arrangement of a mini-chicken coop inside

A small coop requires the same amenities as a larger coop. When making a poultry house with your own hands, you should carry out internal arrangements before moving in domestic chickens.

Perches

One hen needs 30 cm of free space on the perch. To place 5 females in one chicken coop, you can increase the length of the perch to 3 m. To make the perch, use timber 5-6 cm thick and round the corners with a plane. In a small room, it is advisable to place a vertical perch with a slope so that the droppings fall into the prepared container.

Nests

Nests are placed in a shaded place at a distance from each other. The optimal dimensions of each nest are 40 x 40 cm. The exact dimensions are selected depending on the breed and age of the chickens.

Litter

Inside the room there must be a bedding of sawdust or straw on the floor. This is necessary to maintain dryness and reduce the risk of spreading disease. If possible, it is recommended to change the litter daily. The most suitable option is flooring made from grain waste.

Feeders and drinkers

Feeders with a bridge or mesh are placed at one of the side walls to prevent food from being scattered. Drinkers are placed on the other wall. It is recommended to use the nipple variety, which helps keep the room dry.

What else needs to be taken care of?

In addition to the internal arrangement, you need to take care of the basic elements of the chicken coop. These include a ventilation system, lighting fixtures and a walking yard.

Ventilation

The easiest way to organize ventilation is through a small window. If possible, pipes should be routed through the roof. The hood above the roof is installed above the supply pipe. The presence of ventilation ensures constant air circulation and elimination of pungent odors.

Lighting

Various types of lamps can be used as lighting devices. Lighting inside the chicken coop should be moderate and evenly distributed over the entire area.

Walking area

A yard for walking birds is being built next to the poultry house. Mobility and being outdoors have a beneficial effect on the productivity of laying hens. The courtyard is fenced with a low fence and covered with a net to protect it from birds of prey. If greenery grows in the fenced area, there is no need to remove it, since the birds will be able to additionally provide themselves with natural nutrition.

Features of winter design

The main feature of a winter chicken coop is the mandatory use of insulation material. If the poultry house is stationary and remains outside in the winter, you need to make it closed so that it is easier to maintain a high temperature inside the room.

The mobile version of the mini-chicken coop can be moved during frosts to a barn or other utility room.