Choose a dry, level site with good drainage and partial shade
Decide the coop size based on the number of chickens
Gather materials such as lumber, plywood, wire mesh, screws, hinges, roofing, and bedding
Build a raised floor or sturdy base to keep the coop off the ground
Frame the walls and roof
Install secure walls with ventilation openings near the top
Add windows or vents covered with hardware cloth
Build a predator-proof door for human access
Install a chicken door for flock access to the run
Attach a sloped, waterproof roof
Cover openings with hardware cloth, not chicken wire
Add nesting boxes inside the coop
Install roosting bars higher than the nesting boxes
Place easy-to-clean flooring material inside
Add bedding such as pine shavings or straw
Provide feeders and waterers inside or just outside the coop
Build an attached run with secure fencing and a covered top
Use locks or latches that predators cannot open
Check for gaps, sharp edges, and weak spots
Paint or seal exterior wood with poultry-safe products
Clean the coop regularly and replace bedding as needed