subject: Chicken Coop Building Plans For Fixed And Mobile Designs [print this page] Usually people think that a fixed design is better when building chicken coops. But before you jump the gun, let's look at a few important factors.
If you're not sure which one is more suitable for your needs, we'll look at a few key things you need to know to help you make your decision.
The first one is cost. Are you operating on a small budget for your chicken coop project? If that's the case, then a mobile coop is a less expensive solution.
Do you plan on moving? If there's a chance that you'll be moving and you don't want to build another coop in a few years you might want to consider going with a mobile coop, instead of a fixed one, it's just simply more convenient to have a portable chicken house.
However if you have a large number of chickens or plan on having more than you've got now, then it's something you have to plan ahead of time.
With fewer chickens you can getaway with a mobile coop, but for a large flock you'll need a fixed chicken house.
Another big benefit of a mobile coop over a fixed one, is it's a lot easier to clean. Because it's small in size you can easily move it to where the water is to hose it down. With a fixed coop, there's more work involved.
Another factor to consider is ease of building the coop. Mobile chicken coops are smaller and therefore easier to build, than a fixed one.
Are you limited in space?
Fixed coops obviously occupy more space in your back yard, then a mobile one. So if you have a large yard, it's not a problem. But with a smaller yard, a mobile coop makes more sense.
Sudden climatic changes and swings in temperature can be a threat to your flock. Protecting your birds from these weather changes could be accomplished with a mobile coop that gives you the option to relocate it. Keeping them warm and safe.
Another advantage of having a mobile chicken coop is it allows you to place it nearby the house for watching your birds. If it's important for you and your family then mobile would definitely be a better and a more convenient choice. As with the fixed coop you'd have to go to the coop to what them.
So as you start building chicken coops and begin going through the different plans and designs, keep these points in mind to help you make the right choice for your individual needs.
