For those who have predators like raccoons, never use chicken wire. We’ve had predators it holes in chicken wire, pull the chicken heads out, and bite the heads off as a snack. Hardware cloth is the way to go.

@yavuzkaradag172

2 жыл бұрын

After reading your comment, I realized that you were absolutely right.

@TakeTheRide

2 жыл бұрын

Oh my God. That's not good.

@dreamthemusicnow

2 жыл бұрын

I think they answered your concern in the next video.

@Xassaw

2 жыл бұрын

I had the same issue although the chicken wire wasn't damaged. I think it was probably a raccoon because they have the most manual dexterity with their hands. Whatever it was though tore the chicken out through the chicken wire in pieces.

@sheribristol2826

2 жыл бұрын

@@Xassaw I am very worried about that... So sorry for the loss of your bird.

No need to cut panels, just overlap, will make whole structure stronger.

@lucykickasola1137

2 жыл бұрын

Like!

@dr.froghopper6711

2 жыл бұрын

That’s what I do!

@nathanmciver6496

2 жыл бұрын

Or do what the $#& you like and make it look nice! :) awesome work!

@nicoleb9117

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah, you can overlap in the middle

@btshoup

2 жыл бұрын

How long are the cow panels

Cattle panels, if memory serves me right, are 16' by 4 ft, 4 in tall, so the wooden frame could be made an extra foot long if wanted. A few yrs ago, I used 7 panels to make a 30+ foot frame for a quick "greenhouse." (And it's still strong, by the way.)

Apart from seeing this wonderful ideas you show, it's so sweet seeing you working hand in hand as couple, it's so amazing I love your team work....May the good Lord bless you

That structure can be used for a lot of things: chicken coop; greenhouse; crop protection; dog kennel; etc. Heck, it can also be used as a child's playhouse. 😁. Thanks for sharing!

@dianafertig2188

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the ideas!

@DrARSHADVeterinaryClinic

4 жыл бұрын

No doubt

@lyzaferr

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrARSHADVeterinaryClinic hhhii

@chynthomas

3 жыл бұрын

Using this for a dog kennel 😅

@raynechantel2738

3 жыл бұрын

I commented on this but since you said dog kennel - I am needing a cat-pen as some of my cats need to be cooler in the summer and outside and they can't mix with the other cats outside so thought about hard ware (hardwire) cloth with the panels and then some on the outside ground to keep predators from digging in....Please tell me what you think? I need an affordable, easy build for my cats. Thanks

This design would make a good diy greenhouse too!

@UziBlancoOfficial

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I was thinking just make it whatever size you need for your own property..

@ThesmartestTem

2 жыл бұрын

They do. And are the hands down best garden trellis.

@mandita7792

2 жыл бұрын

What would you cover it with for greenhouse effect?

@jamiet9132

2 жыл бұрын

Greenhouse plastic. I think greenhouse mega supply has sheets you can buy.

@Veetribe.

2 жыл бұрын

Good 👍 idea

Built a greenhouse using these methods on a 2"×10" base. Works great and the first year had 18" of snow on top with no issues at all. Cattle panels are a fantastic material.

@mbarr1029

9 ай бұрын

Thank You for the snow load information

Retiring in 2 mths time. This is a perfect model for a beginner like me to copy. Much easier and cheaper to construct. You’re blessed guys. Thanks a lot.

@cancelchannel3394

3 ай бұрын

This design will empty your pockets keep looking for a less expensive project🥴

@cathy3951

3 ай бұрын

Any ideas? I love this idea because there's an irrigation pipe that runs underneath my chicken run and this technique is all above ground.@@cancelchannel3394

We have built 2 of these. One for our players and one for our meat chickens. I've learned its easier to attach the chicken wire before assembling the hoop.

@asymptoticsingularity9281

Жыл бұрын

Player!

@mamasotherdaughter4982

Жыл бұрын

@@asymptoticsingularity9281 🤣 the best way to go to win the game!

Bless you both for taking time to do a in depth step by step for ppl who have no ideas how to build a coop but desire to. I love the teamwork!❤️

The first hoops we made, we did 10 feet wide. The next set, we made 8 feet wide. Here in upstate NY, we learned that the taller, narrower hoops will readily shed snow. The older one does not, and I have to go out with a snow shovel or garden rake (I hold the rake tines up!) and pull the snow off the tarp. Another thing we learned - my husband didn't pay attention to which way the ribs ran, on the cattle panels. You want the ribs that run the long way facing out! At only 8' the panel that runs across the short way will still shed snow, but sometimes it takes longer than the other one.

I enjoy watching the 2 of you working together. You are lucky to have one another. Ive always wanted to live the lifestyle that you guys have but my wife isnt into it and you kind of need 2 people working together to make it successful. awesome videos.

@stj971

2 жыл бұрын

Wish I had a partner to live like that too

@julienelson3850

2 жыл бұрын

husband and I just built this.

@radamson1

Жыл бұрын

My wife works with me some, but I'm too big of an asshole for her to work much. I work better by myself.

@mfahrney1

Жыл бұрын

Same here, only it's my husband 😢

I would like that as a lil greenhouse!! ❤️

@1456Sassy

2 жыл бұрын

Good idea.

That is the cutest little chopsaw!!!! When I started with fowl I thought I would build one coop and I was good 😂😂😂 apparently when you catch chicken fever one of the symptoms is the need to build multiple coops! Permanent coops, mobile coops, little coops, big coops..... 😂😂😂

@coolmintdove

4 жыл бұрын

Bear River Mama yes! Chicken fever is real! I have it too! Had one small coop that turned into 2 and now a larger one added and starting a new one this week. Good to know I am not alone lol.

@bearrivermama6414

4 жыл бұрын

coolmintdove nice to know we are not alone in our plight to raise awareness to this highly contagious condition! Awareness is the first step, .... right?

@odettpatterson2017

4 жыл бұрын

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I copied your hoop coop for my cattle panel green house, the metal straps from the plumbing strapping is the perfect way to go! Thanks for such a great tip Kevin!

Thanks for sharing this great idea. It was an awesome project. I'll build it here in Brazil. God bless you!

@bettynathan3245

3 жыл бұрын

A great idea! I like it!

You two look like a nice couple, both so talented. Neither of you mind getting your hands dirty or doing hard work. Just good people. 👍

Kevin. Why cut that last pane.? It could have been used in the middle to give you a stronger joint at the overlap ( and when/if you get rid of the chickens at a later date the panels are still whole for reuse. Just a thought.

@countrystyle5076

4 жыл бұрын

Excellent idea... I was just thinking I couldn't do it cause I couldn't cut it myself... well John, with your idea I can do this.

@dianafertig2188

4 жыл бұрын

You can cut the panels with an angle grinder. Wear safety glasses or face shield and a work coat.

@user-bc7lb9kp7l

4 жыл бұрын

I use small bolt cutters to cut the metal.

@rhondaborders3452

4 жыл бұрын

John Ahern, I love your idea.

@tonyhorvath2388

3 жыл бұрын

Nyangyhh b the

The learnings from this tutorial will help me a lot in my project. I will apply similar concepts for my greenhouse as well. Kudos for the great video.

I just watched your video today. It's still very refreshing with very useful tips for me to build my first chicken coop this Spring. Cheers from Pennsylvania. ❤🎉👍

AHA! Thanks, Kevin. I have been a fence staple person for years - and yes they do pull out. Thanks for the galvanized pipe hanger/drill tip.

@Emeraldwitch30

4 жыл бұрын

I was just thinking the same thing!

@joanies6778

4 жыл бұрын

Ditto. So much easier, too.

@myifhome

4 жыл бұрын

What's the easiest way to cut the metal tape. Great idea btw.

@donnahenthorn7109

3 жыл бұрын

Tin snips.

I built my coop nearly identical to this one. One thing I did differently is to add two support boards, front to back, on the top of the door frame on the inside. It gave a little more front to back stability on the top in the wind and gave me a place to run a light and hang a hook for when I need to feed inside on really rainy, stormy days.

Good job and Great Music! Josh needs a good woman like you have over at Stoney Ridge Farmer!!! Let's help Josh find a new woman????? Yahooo

Your video was very helpful. My wife and I finished our run in about a day. I love the build and the structure is very sound' Thank you very much. Sincerely Cobb Mountian Chickens.

How nice to see a couple spending time together. Sir, you lucked out - she uses a drill and is beautiful! Looking forward to other videos by you both.

@mamasotherdaughter4982

Жыл бұрын

🤭, you're right, I didn't notice that. That's so adorable 😍

Wow the chickens the place so nice looks like very peaceful there.

Very, very much impressive Exellent working together as one ❤❤💯✅👏

You made it look easy enough for me to do. Thank you for sharing

Great video. If you add a 12 ft 2 x 4 from end to end, you can hang feeders from it. Keep it up. Very helpful information.

@bubbagene145

2 жыл бұрын

This was the answer to my question! Thank you so much!

Love watching your videos when ya start some thing new you give us watching ideas that we don’t think about love it

My husband and I built a hoop coop... Feel great about it. Thank yall for your share , for we built like yours.

I really enjoyed this video. What a great idea that could be used for so many things. God Bless!

Nice job. We used cattle panels on some chicken hoop houses. We used 4X4’s along the bottom and put folding wheel/axles so they can be towed around. For covering material, we used corrugated galvanized steel sheets.

I’m building this immediately. It would make a good greenhouse too

@favoriteswubby

4 жыл бұрын

I'm wondering if pool noodles would work to cover the sharp edges if you are using this design for a greenhouse.😁

@allisonteknon9811

4 жыл бұрын

Beverly Fitch where would there be sharp edges?

Your videos are educational and entertaining 😊

Good work. I like it when people say "God bless". God bless you too!

You two work together like a well oiled machine. I guess that comes from years of practice. God Bless

@odettpatterson2017

4 жыл бұрын

Really like following your site.

That gate is nice...that metal frame from the old fence definitely worked out well...i need to look for items like that....thank you!

@eduardorios506

3 жыл бұрын

Cuanto es la medida de la malla

@eduardorios506

3 жыл бұрын

Para que de la curva

احسنتم المقطع الفيديو احبكم انا من العراق 🇮🇶

Çok güzel oldu

Thanks for the pipe hanger tip. That is great for disassembling and reuse. 👍

Good morning god bless you guys

Hi, I'm from Trinidad 🇹🇹 and I've been watching your videos for a few days and I enjoy them a whole lot. I admire what you both are doing and I pray the Lord continue to bless you all to keep y'all safe and healthy. Lot of love 💞

I watched this video many times & I sent it to the carpenter to make same , many thanks to you & to your wife. Greetings from Iraq 🇮🇶.

God blessed you with a beautiful lady she’s a hard working gal.

You two are probably about the age of my oldest daughter. Yet I have learned a lot of new ideas from you. You have my prayers and my thanks !

I just did this based on your example and I love it ....Thank you.

So I tried my hand at building this. Really impressed how sturdy it is. Thanks for a great idea!

@vkpruitt

2 жыл бұрын

About how much is a build like this?

I love watching you two build things from scratch, no plans, just an idea of what you want. :)

@clipstwitchalgomas76

2 жыл бұрын

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We have had chickens for several years until a fox and others got them all seven in a close time proximity. We have seen several coops I have even considered turning our greenhouse into a chicken coop. We saw a hoop coop but expensive it was. I can make it so will do so. I then will need to build the chicken house with nesting boxes for them. Just another word. We enjoy the fact that you folk are Bible people who trust God and check with Him and are not afraid on your youtube sessions to speak of Him and honor Him. We watch often. Keep at it. I am a 74+ year old retired pastor/teacher who continues to teach as a adjunct in our local Bible college. We served in missions in Brazil, Portugal, Guyana and Saipan so had no retirement. God blessed us with a house (livable but needing repairs) on a little over an acre on which we almost immediately planted fruit trees, grapes, then raspberries, gooseberries, kiwi, strawberries and various cultivated plots as well as boxes I have made. We even bought a Formal cub almost as old as I am which we recently sold. We have seen our Lord provide in various ways for our needs. We enjoy watching your youtube because you too are not afraid to seek HIS face for wisdom.

@charlesfraser3599

4 жыл бұрын

Gene n jjj

For me best video ever for a quick way to build a safety place for my chikens

This was great!! I searched had for the best coop and settled on this, honestly we tweeted it for us and made it bigger but it turned out amazing!!! Thank you for posting this !!

Good morning. Very interesting build. Thank you for sharing it. Have a great day. God bless

You guys are great! We did our chicken coup in a day! Hahahha! We didn’t cut the cattle panels, just had it overlapped. Need to support the lumbers with corner bars and the base held on real tight! Thank you so much for this great idea! ♥️

I think my wife and I have decided T-posts and combo panels are like the legos of the adult world. I have used the 50" tall panels for fencing, chicken coops, animal pens, and covered garden areas. T-posts for the fencing, bend rebar to make larger U nails to hold things down and bend the hoops right into the ground, or as extra support with wood frames. and surprisingly affordable

You explain your ideas and I like them. Top notch. Thankyou

Love it I'm going to use it thanks. Keep safe God Bless

That's real close to how I built mine 6 yrs ago. Main change, I found ,needed diagonal braces on inside corners, on 2x, there was little too much flex when moving coop. I did put solid plywood back wall for mounting lay boxes. thanks for sharing

@koabd4351

4 жыл бұрын

yes ,if moving it you need those , my door was perfect fit until I moved it once lol ,added braces now and it moves much better( stiffer)

Thanks for the hoop coop idea. I built one from watching your video. We are making it a permanent structure. Before winter we will be covering half of it lap board style going onto top of the tarp...Using 6ft fence pickets to save money.

0h Wow I love your corner braces on the door.

I built my first hoop coop today. Thank you for the video you made it look super easy and doable. I also had to work around a lot of rain but I got it done in one day. Just like you suggested I didn't worry about things being very Square. I didn't even use a tape measure for anyting. I built mine 8 foot by 16 foot. Thank you again from Texas.

wow, your chickens are gonna be snobs after living in such an elegant coop...I am enjoying all the new animals that you all have added to the homestead. Many thoughts and prayers going up for you all.

This is the BEST chicken coop!! we made ours a little bigger 10x25 feet and are so pleased. thank you for posting this!

@SomeOne-js5ql

Жыл бұрын

Did you use the 4 gauge cattle panel or the 6 gauge cattle panel?

It may not be perfect but it looks great to me!

We all have “rules” we live by and yours are different than mine, BUT...... I never cut anything I can leave whole. That way, if time goes on and something needs to be redone I have everything still in whole pieces. I only say this in relation to cutting off 6 inches instead of overlapping. Love the videos.

@highstandards6226

4 жыл бұрын

Great philosophy!👏👏🤷‍♀️💞 we just *never* know what's coming down the road...😘

@highstandards6226

4 жыл бұрын

👏👏👏👏😘

@jp-hh9xq

4 жыл бұрын

I thought that too. I would just overlap them for extra (probably unneeded) stability, and by not cutting them they have flexibility later to reconfigure and those panels are seriously are a B to cut anyway! My thoughts exactly.

@TammieYoMammie

4 жыл бұрын

@@jp-hh9xq Slightly overlapping the cattle panels definitely gives it more strength, which does come in handy if you get any kind of snow load on it in the wintertime.

@mervjb809

4 жыл бұрын

I would've gotten longer 2x4's

The quality of the videos you produce is top notch! Great job on both videos and all the wonderful ideas! Keep up the good work!

Great design. Thank you. Keep smiling.

Thanks I made my Koop the same. 👍🏼

Looks great guys!!! Love everything you build. Lucky birds have a new home. God bless always 🙏💗😊🌻

Y’all are going to have a wonderful chicken home. God bless y’all.

@highstandards6226

4 жыл бұрын

👏👏💞

@highstandards6226

4 жыл бұрын

Like anything with farming, you do the best you can with what you've got. Including weather and time!

@highstandards6226

4 жыл бұрын

👏👏😘

@highstandards6226

4 жыл бұрын

👏👏💗

That's exactly how I structure my pole green beans... then I just walk through and pick them... they hang like icicles!!👍💕

😮great work

I really like this chicken hoop house design. With a little tweaking, it could make a nice little greenhouse.

@ivbonch2255

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t know if you’ve tried it yet, but it does!

@TRINITY-ks6nw

3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@crunchyrollser

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking a little cabin or tent for hunting or camping. A green house is a great idea

@lizhaydon2250

3 жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly

@carmelitagood8193

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking greenhouse too as I watched.

That’s the best coop ever, Tim! I’m amazed at how well you two figure things out. It’s a beautiful harmony between soulmates with a goal in mind. You’re very unique people. ❤️❤️❤️

@cyhomer

2 жыл бұрын

- KEVIN-

I think that project was very simple and amazing!

Great idea. Gonna go make a couple coupes.

I wish there was a Love button! After watching this, I feel like this a doable project. Thank you!

@katrinastewart8541

3 жыл бұрын

❤️ In the emojis that is if you are able to get them.

Just love the way you 2 wok together, 💜

😉 firstly Thankyou so much this video ... i got ideas on how to make a door... now i hope i can make one! i m Sri Lankan so my english is poor but i got an idea watching this video. Again thank you both of you.😊😊😊

It looks good

This is just a really good idea for a material to use! You make it look so simple and the work is done thoroughly and well. Thank you for sharing. Mike

That is an awesome design. My wife and I are going to use this design for a greenhouse. 👍

Only thing I’d worry about is a Fox or coyote digging underneath. I’d dig down and drop railroad ties and mount that frame to the top of it. Very cool cheap chicken coup.

Thank you and your wife for the video me and my wife built one today thank you again

Thank you so much for sharing this chicken coop. I can't wait for you folks to finish it out. My daughter will be so excited to see this. Thanks again :)

What a great team you guys are!! Loved watching you build this. TFS God Bless.

I believe that I say the same thing on every video but... That smile is AWESOME!!! And I liked the video also.

Inspiring. Lord bless you folks!!

Aww.... I was hoping for some nerdy chicken coop building math.😊☮

I'd love an update to know how this has held up a year later- Any changes you would make?

2 жыл бұрын

I thought of the same thing. :)

@cindylewis13

Жыл бұрын

Good job

Good video much love

Looks good !

I really wish I would have watched this before building mine by myself. I went through a lot of unnecessary trouble. Great job!

I think your coop is pretty perfect!! Love the way all your structures look so neat and professional!

I wish my wife was half as helpful as yours in the outdoor chores/builds!

Awesome idea thanks

Love it. We need to make a new coop. Thanks for the instructions!

What a genius idea!

Love it

I am from Brazil. Very good. Thanks you my friends.