While nothing is 70% proof, we really do believe our coops are fox and predator resistant! Our ‘chew-resistant’ coops are made from 70% recycled plastic which is really tough, and the ventilation holes are far too small for a fox. The rear door is lo
Unfortunately, nothing is 100% red mite-proof. However, Nestera chicken coops are cleverly designed to be extremely red mite-resistant! Red mites are tiny, and live in cracks and joints in poultry housing. Unlike wooden chicken coops, ours are made f
The plastic we use is 70% recycled which we have found to be an excellent material for chicken coops. In the winter months, the required ventilation means the temperature inside the coop will be similar to the ambient air temperature outside. However
For our standard coops, we have three sizes available: Small, Medium and Large. The Small is designed for up to two large fowls or four bantams, the Medium for up to five large fowls or nine bantams and the Large suits up to eight large fowls or 15 b
Absolutely! We offer a Nestera Automatic Door Opener as an optional extra with all our coops. Discreet pre-drilled holes are included on each coop for easy installation. Please note that this item is not compatible with the Duck House.
Most people manage to successfully assemble their Nestera coop in well under an hour. You certainly don’t need to be a DIY expert! We provide clear and easy-to-follow instructions with every chicken coop which can also be downloaded above.
When asking what type of chicken coop is best for me, you need to consider a few things:The first is how many chickens do I have/am I getting? Nestera chicken coops can comfortably house between 3 and 8 large chickens (or 15 Bantams). The second thin
In the Summer, all coops get warm but during the day, hens are only inside for the time it takes them to lay an egg. For this reason, ALL coops should be located in a naturally shaded area. At night, the temperature cools and with the vents fully ope
This is actually one of the most recurring questions we get asked. That's why we decided to get some hard scientific facts straight from a trustworthy source, and spoke to Dr. Daniel Cervenkov, professor of thermodynamics at Oxford University. He exp
As far as we know, nobody's coop has ever blown over. The footprint of all the coops is very square giving them excellent stability. The low roof profile makes them very streamlined too. Obviously the centre of gravity is lower on our ground and lodg
Chickens have six different types of feathers which keep them warm and cosy in even the coldest of temperatures, of course they naturally huddle together too!. Have you tried putting your hand on top of the coop in the middle of the night? We have an
We are a little cautious about red heat lamps in chicken coops due to the fire risk. The ceramic dull emitters used with a guard have a better safety record but are still less than ideal. If your heat source stops working or loses power in the middle
Condensation tends to be an issue when there is insufficient ventilation. Our coops have TWO adjustable vents to ensure that the humidity that causes condensation is always well managed.
Yes, droppings trays and Nestera chicken coops are sold separately.