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Ventilation

Ventilation is equally important to prevent moisture buildup and maintain air quality inside the coop. One option is to build vents close to the roof to provide sufficient airflow without creating drafts.

Coop Size This may not be possible for all chicken keepers, but a smaller coop is easier to keep warm. Small doesn’ t mean tiny, though you must make sure each chicken has at least 4 square feet of coop space.

Cold-Resistant Flooring

Concrete, vinyl or linoleum should be used for the coop floor. These materials are easy to clean and not as prone to moisture absorption as wood, which may lead to dampness.

Thermostats

Thermostats are an option for chicken coops. You can plug a thermostatically controlled multi-plug into any standard indoor outlet near your coop and connect your de-icers and heaters. When temperatures drop to freezing, your equipment will turn on automatically.

Adequate Bedding

Provide a thick layer of bedding such as straw or wood shavings on the coop floor. This helps insulate your chickens from the cold ground and provides additional warmth and comfort.

Natural Light

During winter, allowing natural light to enter the day is a best practice. Sunlight always provides much needed warmth and creates an ideal environment for a chicken coop. Incorporate windows or clear panels into the coop.

Heating Options

Some chicken keepers may consider adding supplemental heat sources to the coop but it’ s important to exercise caution when using heating lamps or heating devices as these fire hazards can burn down your coop, your barn or even someone’ s home.

Cold-Weather Accessories

Provide extra cold-weather accessories such as heated waterers to prevent water from freezing. Insulated nest boxes( lots of straw!) and frost-free feeders ensure feed stays dry. Moldy feed can make your birds sick.

Always keep a close eye on your chicken’ s health when cold weather blows in.

If your current chicken coop isn’ t in an ideal location for the spring season, move it to a sheltered spot protected from winds. Choose a location that gets plenty of sunlight during the day to keep your chickens warm in case of a cold snap.

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