How To Build A Dirt Cheap Backyard Chicken Coop?
Let’s face it, some of us are very frugal. We like to do stuff with minimal cost when possible. I’m one of such person. I don’t like spending too much money on things. I love it when I can save money!
Well, if you are planning a housing for your chicken, you may be wondering how to build a cheap backyard chicken coop. I have thought about that question before and this article will give you some suggestions.
Before I begin, I just want to let you know, the cheapest solution may not be the best solution. You may save some money now, but in the long run, you would have to spend money to maintain or fix stuff.
Building a low cost chicken coop is all about sourcing for used or recycled construction material. What you have to focus on is lumber. Think of where you can find used plywood.
Do you have an old cabinet or furniture that you want to get rid of?
You can salvage the wood and use it for your chicken coop.
You can also try your local lumber yard for cheap wood. Sometime, there are batches of lumber which are too small or of odd sizes that you can buy for cheap. You can use it for your chicken housing.
Think of where else you can find used material such as wire fences, cardboard boxes, a broom for the perch etc. It does take a lot of planning and sourcing time if you want an inexpensive coop for your bird.
It is not easy, but it can be done. All you’ll need is some patient and dedication.
If you are looking for a good chicken coop plan, check out Mary Nelson’s Chicken DIY guide. Inside the manual, there are more tips and tricks on how to find cheap building material for you chicken housing project.
