When thinking about building a chicken coop, it is important to first review a budget.


One of the most common pitfalls for first-time coop builders is that they don’t make use of the cheap and simple techniques that are out there, available for anyone:
There are 3 key points to remember when considering building a cheap chicken coop.

1) By doing a bit of research, and taking the time to properly plan your coop, you could be saving a good amount of money, now and down the road.

Good planning will lead to less need for repairs in a few years time, keeping your cheap chicken coop as cheap as possible.

2) Location- One of the most vital aspects in the construction of your coop is where it’s actually going to go.

Choose a good location! Landscaping costs are eradicated, as well as costs that might crop up if the place you have chosen will need to be wired for light, and not facing natural sunlight. Again, it is the research that is the key.

3) Start your search at home-naturally enough, it is the cost of materials that will send any amateur’s cheap chicken coop over the edge.

Again, it comes down to researching your options and looking around for the cost-effective and yet durable materials, that won’t let you down in two, three, five years time. It is best to have a look around your own home first for things that you could use; the most economical solution of all!

This idea that cheap materials= bad materials is a myth. Choosing your cheap materials wisely will save you time and money, as it cuts out any fussing later on.

The key to building a cheap chicken coop is planning and imagination and scouring out new uses for old materials that you may have cast aside around your property.

You might also need to check out these 4 keys on  how to build a chicken house..