My parents and sisters family came to help us out today. We were able to complete a lot of work. One area we knew that needed attention was the electrical. The coop was going to be too dark for the chickens to get adequate light for laying eggs. My brother in law was able to complete the task in a half a day. We are so thankful!
The men hard at work.
My Dad and Sister were able to get the area ready for the automatic door. It should fit right into place once it arrives. We completed the dividers as well. My parents had chickens when they were first married and brought some old supplies they used. We can’t wait to put the feeder and waterer to good use!
Measuring for the nesting boxes.
The dividers are up!
An old waterer and feed container from my parents.
Here is a look at the basement brooder. I have read multiple blogs that recommend making a brooder out of cardboard. It’s easy to assemble and change as the chicks get bigger. I placed a tarp down, then the cardboard and on top of that painters tarp. I’m hoping we can carry the painters tarp right up the stairs and put the pine shavings right in the compost pile.
Brooder and supplies set up in the basement.
The boys were able to wear Joey out a little. We were so thankful for all the help today. Slowly but surely we will get the coop done. Only a few more days and the brooder will be busy!
You have to stop and play a little bit!