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Chicken Coops: Why now is the best time to purchase

October 9, 2024

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Chicken Coops:  Why now is the best time to purchase.  Preparing for fall and winter. 

 

As we approach the fall and winter seasons, those of us raising backyard chickens should be thinking ahead.  The colder months bring a host of challenges for your flock - freezing temperatures, reduced daylight, and the potential for disrupted egg production.  If you haven’t invested in a quality chicken coop yet, now is the perfect time.  Here’s why securing a well-insulated and secure coop before winter hits is critical to ensuing the health and productivity of your chickens. 

 

1. Protection from the Cold Weather

Chickens are resilient creatures, but prolonged exposure to cold, wind, and dampness can have a negative impact on their health.  While some breeds are hardy enough to handle cold, all chickens need protection from freezing temperatures.  Without a properly insulated coop, your birds may suffer from frostbite, hypothermia, or stress. 

 

A chicken coop that’s equipped with proper insulation, draft prevention, and ventilation will provide warm, safe space for your flock, ensuring they stay healthy throughout the cold months.  By getting your coop now, you have time to have us build it, insulate it and even make whatever modifications you’d like to ensure it’s winter-ready.  

 

2. Easier Egg Collection in Harsh Weather. 

Collecting eggs in the cold is no fun, especially if you live in a region that gets snow, ice, or freezing rain.  If your chickens are laying outside or in makeshift shelter, gather those eggs can become a daily struggle.  More importantly, exposure to freezing temperatures can cause eggs to crack and spoil, making it necessary to collect them promptly. 

By purchasing a chicken coop now, you can ensure that your hens have a warm, sheltered nesting area where they’ll feel comfortable laying they eggs, even in winter.  Not only will this make egg collection easier and more convenient for you, but it will also reduce the rick of losing eggs to freezing temperatures. 

 

3. Winter Laying Habits and Lighting

As the daylight hours decrease in the fall and winter, hens naturally lay fewer eggs due to a reduction in daylight exposure.  A well designed coop can help mitigate this by allowing for artificial lighting that mimics longer days.  Installing a low-wattage bulb or LED in your coop can stimulate egg production even when natural light is scarce.  

By setting up a proper coop now, you’ll have time to equip it with a lighting system before egg production starts to dwindle.  It’s far easier to make these adjustments while the weather is still mild, rather than in the freezing cold. 

 

4. Predators are more Active in the Winter 

Predators like foxes, raccoons, and hawks become more desperate for food as the winter approaches.  A sturdy can protect your flock from predators that are actively hunting for easy meals in the colder months. A well-built coop with secure latches, fencing, and possibly even an electric perimeter will safeguard your birds from nighttime threats.  

By purchasing a coop in advance of the winter season, you give yourself time to reinforce it, ensuring it’s predator-proof before it’s too late. 

 

 

 

5. Save Money and Hassle

Now is also a smart time to buy a chicken coop because fall and winter often bring a spike in demand for cold-weather supplies.  Purchasing a coop now, before the winter rush, means you’ll likely save on costs and avoid delays in building or delivery.  Waiting until the last minute could leave you scrambling for supples or facing out-of-stock options, putting your flock at risk.  

 

Conclusion

If you’re serious about raising chickens, ensuring their safely and productivity through the cold months is crucial.  Now is the time to purchase a chicken coop, giving you plenty of time to build it and prepare for the challenges that winter brings.  Not only will your chickens thank you for it, but you’ll also enjoy the convenience and peace of mind that comes with knowing your flock is well cared for, no matter the weather. 

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