Everyone Will Be Building Chicken Coops Like This Now

[@HAXMAN]

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[@rattlecat5968]

You belong on network television! Between the information and education, the script, editing and your sense of humor, it's a winner! Love watching you build useful things and getting approval from the hawks!

[@johnqpublic407]

You are to be commended for your humour and your editing skills, good sir!

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you!

[@737smartin]

The best in the home improvement sector IMO!

[@paisleyMoon7]

(For hawks) I know of people that have strung fishing line across their yard from tree to tree, porch to barn or whatever. It kind of makes it difficult for them to just swoop in. Think erratic above air grid. Also if you use the coop tarp in the summer you could stake or post the tarp edge like an awning for more air flow. In the winter you could use it to block prevailing wind to help keep them warm. Thanks for the vids btw, I like your editing.

[@MajorChisholm]

Let's be honest Adam. The Blue roof is to protect your family and the chickens from the space lasers. It's not just a Chicken Coop. It's a bug out shelter from the lasers.

[@MajorChisholm]

But in other news....AMAZING COOP!

[@HAXMAN]

I’m so bummed. I meant to make a joke about that and I forgot. 😄

[@MajorChisholm]

@@HAXMAN Once we are all gone it will only be the chickens who survive.

[@davinasquirrel7672]

@@MajorChisholm We live in sad times, where blue roofs are a necessary part of any build... (Remembering Lahaina) :(

[@staceyater8761]

Brilliant!!!! 😂😂

[@calebread6966]

This coop is was framed with finer materials, smaller tolerances and better joinery than 99% of human homes. Hats of to you man, thats a ton of effort and an beautiful final product as a result.

[@Peggapoo]

I just happened upon your video and boy. I’m glad I did. You’ve got quite the sense of humor you, your wife and your daughter. I thoroughly enjoyed watching you build the chicken coop, and I enjoyed all of your little interactions with the hawks.

[@entrepreneursfinest]

So refreshing and validating to see another family who randomly talks mixed British and Australian to one another.

[@firecloud77]

Awesome coop. If you're gonna go to the trouble of using wood glue, you might as well use the waterproof Titebond III. For many years now I've been using Titebond III to paint (with brush or roller) on all surfaces of my outdoor wood projects before I apply paint. It acts like the ultimate primer -- hard and waterproof, and makes the wood last much much longer.

[@Resist.Tyranny]

I've run tests on wood glues and titebond III performed much better than any other glue tested.

[@LaineyBug2020]

I always thought it would be cool if someone could come up with a roomba type device with programming that would monitor the chickens as the graze and move the tractor over when they're ready. Completely over engineered for a tractor coop, but the idea makes me smile!

[@TheNicnat101]

Your wife is a very lucky lady. My husband doesn't know how to change a tire let alone build a kick-ass chicken coop,

[@CD-el2tl]

You have a wife not a husband

[@gigifrasieur1586]

Thank you! I have all these tools I don’t know how to use since the kids dad passed last year. The way you go about explaining when, how and especially WHY is such a relief! Most of the instructional creators on KZbin just assume I would know enough to keep up with their narration. Well, it’s very discouraging to get completely lost half way through an instructional because you don’t understand a basic task ☹️ I was not lost even once during your tutorial. And you make me laugh! I actually feel good 😊 Thank you Thank you Thank you!

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you Gigi. I’m sorry for your loss.

[@revd13]

I love your interactions with your children.❤ Mine often come into the workshop too just to be with me.

[@dougzirkle5951]

I watched my first HAXMAN yesterday. Frankly, I was surprised how entertaining & informative it was, way more entertaining than what I was expecting! No offense. This chicken coup sealed the deal & I’m now subscribed!

[@Sasquatch6987]

I'm glad to see that you've built a better stronghold for your feathered friends. It seems to be well fortified against land predators, air predators and space lasers. Well done!

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you!

[@Thomas_Tolson]

Man, I would absolutely love the plans for this build. It's the way I need to build here in TX for our small yard. Maybe a bit large for our needs, but I love the idea of a tractor / run style that gives them grazing ability and keeps them safe from predators.

[@HAXMAN]

I would love to have a set myself. 😂

[@krickette5569]

Not to step on Haxman's toes but there are several small farm channels on here who use chicken "tractors". A couple that come to mind are Hollar Homestead and Sow the Land. I believe they both have videos that show their builds.

[@nanachick05]

@@HAXMANcome on Haxman, draw up those plans for us non genius types. 😂

[@HAXMAN]

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[@Isaac-qe2in]

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[@Isaac-qe2in]

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[@Isaac-qe2in]

🐔 (19:24)- Why is bird poop white? Actually, bird poop, per se, is not white. Birds, unlike mammals, do not have separate exits for urine and feces. Both waste products are eliminated simultaneously through the cloaca. While mammals excrete nitrogenous wastes mostly in the form of urea, birds convert it to uric acid or guanine, which reduces water loss in comparison. Uric acid thus forms a white sticky paste. So the white part is actually bird pee; it is the dark center that is the poop.🦅🤓

[@Isaac-qe2in]

🐔 What does PETA do? People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), goes after haxmen who drop kick their chickens into the neighbor's yard.🐓 😆 🏉

[@HAXMAN]

😂

[@unclefungus9733]

Paint your boards first then construct. Your sense of humor is why I clicked that subscriber button.

[@timothyswatzell221]

Great video and always nice to see a square head screws in the video. A trick I learned when caring sheets of plywood is stand it tall put your back to it, and then put your hands on the edges while squatting just a little bit hold onto it and lean forward, carry it like a backpack. Great videos always be safe. Keep the chicken safe.

[@reneebrown2968]

Loved the video. Not only informational but funny as hell. The only thing I would change is the nestboxes. I would spend the money and use a roll out nest box. Cleaner eggs and no damage to the eggs. Other than that seems like a perfect build for a small flock.

[@johnettebeaver1991]

Also all holes drilled expose end grain which is basically a sponge…that’s a beautiful chicken coop so go back and caulk over those screw heads with a light film of caulk. It won’t keep you from being able to remove screws at a later date but it will keep your coop alive for many many more years than if you don’t.

[@offthebeatengrid]

You rock, Haxman! You are the king of hacks! This was a great project and video all the way from the paint to the stainless bolts and lock nuts. Nice job. Thanks.

[@margaritacanincia1906]

I can truly say, I haven't laughed this much in a long time. I love your sense of humor! Your wife and kids are so wonderful. I was amazed that the wild hawk came to your hand. Then I realized that you had a glove. It wasn't wild at all. The comment, "I was surprised that it could read,"was hilarious! Great video!

[@daveworthy9919]

I love the humor in your video this was very time-consuming and hilarious at the same time keep the good editing and channel going brother I know it's a lot of work I love the idea of this chicken coop but I honestly could not afford to do it I don't think and the tools I'm a rigid man myself but I'm sure this will give a lot of inspiration for others again I love your humor

[@johnettebeaver1991]

Switch to Koop Klean for bedding!!! The bark causes bumble foot and the Koop Klean is soft chopped up hay, I use the deep litter method in winter and it works beautifully. Definitely can’t use the deep litter method in summer in Florida but I still use the KKlean and it is soft and absorbent so each evening I done a pretty blue throw away glove and clean any dirty litter out of the coop and add another layer of KK. It costs $27.00 a bale that is compressed, so you get a lot of it in a bale. No more bumble foot for my ducks and chickens. I do use foot covers on my girls if the seem to be limping and it had been a tremendous advantage. Amazon had them. I bought a pair made patterns and make them for my girls. I could have patterned them but keeping a chicken or duck still long enough without getting pooo all over was not worth it 😂😂

[@mycaldane3107]

Rad! I suppose I’d have to put a slightly larger wheel with the kind of ground I’ve got. But a simple upgrade would be to modify the jacks to accept a drill/driver/etc to crank handle instead of doing it by hand.

[@geoffsmith82]

Could have used some old motorbike wheels on one end, with a lever mechanism that you push down and clip under the pin.

[@destinyschild8515]

Super cool chicken condo. I kept wondering how that massive coop would be moved out of the driveway. My son just made me a 16' x 8' hoop coop run and the chickens love it. We have hawks here as well.

[@alsuncat]

My dad would add 45 degree angle wood support on the bottom corners of the wood rolling structure he made. It would prevent the corners from working themselves apart while moving. Like the video.

[@MosaicHomestead]

Very good, this is the standard of quality people should be striving for, it's better to build something to last, congrats on your build.

[@RealLifeRen]

My husband and I are finishing our first coop build by ourselves. Found this video after a long day of building and man that was fantastic!!! I never expected to find this level of production quality on a chicken coop video. The chickens are kinda my thing but my husband goes along with it. This is the perfect type of content to get him to watch with me because it's entertaining and not bland like most chicken content. Keep at it!

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you! Best wishes on your build.

[@Bikergirl_40]

I watched my first haxman video yesterday: your humour definitely makes these videos worth watching . Also I’m enjoying this idea of the chicken coop, I want something similar in my garden (to keep the dog away from chickens when I get them)

[@tompetlach848]

I'm gonna watch this a few times, cause mindblown

[@rogue_wisp]

In my country I am 100% assure you that even the home builders didn't make things this neat and unique, absolute brilliant work man

[@garywright8073]

Hello. I love your videos! A pro tip for installing the roof panels: stack your panels after cutting them to length and pre-drill your holes (through the stack) for your screws(for purlins) this makes install much easier and your screws line up perfectly. You also avoid the little burrs that can mess with your rubber washers. Hope this helps someone!

[@ethomasii]

Always a treat to see a new video!

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you!

[@Road_Rash]

That jack/wheel setup to turn a chicken coop/run combo into a chicken tractor is nothing short of brilliance, sir... I can build a foldable tongue for one like that, hook it up to my 4 wheeler & easily relocate it any time I want to...& you left enough room to add a hardware cloth skirt that lays flat on the ground, to discourage anything digging into the run overnight, or when parked in the same space for several days... I will definitely add some of your design elements into my coop/run/tractor... I've been trying & trying to figure out how to do a coop/run as a chicken tractor without it always sitting on the wheels, & you've solved the problem! Sub well earned! And great sense of humor throughout, loved it...🖖🏿😎👍🏿

[@brettlinton1693]

Master Craftsmanship, Showmanship and Educational film...all in one! You...are the King, yes wifey...there will be no livin with his genius self now! Bravo! Great Great Video!

[@ghostgardenfarms]

Pocket screws are the only way to go , I used to build cabinets for a living at one time , we always used bar clamps to keep all of our joints nice and tight , wood glue and pocket screws make a nice project

[@mmagnusol]

Just had a thought: you could leave the main coop/run in place and put some of the very lightweight flexible HVAC ducting in between the main coop and a movable yard run for the chickens to move through or to a screened garden. White might be a bit translucent but it could be available in clear. Like both your craftsmanship and your humor. About 30-35 years ago at the same time Mark Harmon was declared the sexiest man in America there was an article in a ladies magazine and a sudden fad that we cabinetmakers made the very best husbands. I agree. My wife was certainly happy.

[@jaimegarcia9505]

Chicken coop is awesome. I hate to show this to my wife.I can hear her now. “ DO ONE LIKE THAT” “PLEASE”😮😂. Me as usual.. ok🤪

[@johnettebeaver1991]

Your misting system will shorten the life of your RV fan but IMHO it is an excellent design and I’m going to add it into my chicken coop that this has inspired me to build. Thank you, phenomenal design and execution! Builder, Designer for almost 51 years!

[@desertrestnv]

Hawks are my Spirit animal. LOVED your moment at the meeting. I held my breath thinking that hawk would go for a finger when the food went flying. OUCH!!

[@dorothycrowder8577]

The hawk poo in the face had me rolling. Love the coop!

[@resourcefulgirl]

Oh wow! You're going to give the Carolina Coops guy a run for his money! Nicely done.

[@The_Curmudgeonist]

If your neighbors arent on top of you, can you get a few goslings and raise them with some baby chickens and they'll be protected from the hawks.

[@ltcajh]

In the Army the tents for hot environments have a top over the top. The top canvas absorbs the heat, preventing the solar heat from hitting the tent roof canvas. Could do that with tin too. With my chickens I put space under the coop for them to go when it's hot out, with a sheltered box fan to keep them cool. The only problem with steps, rather than a ramp, is chicks can't make it up there.

[@powersandassoentdorothya8981]

Hi we are new to your channel and oh my goodness how gorgeous is that you can go every little detail I loved it I watched it a few times so far peace and blessings to you and your family stay encouraged and encouraging be good to yourself 💯♥️Ms. Piper and The Powers's Family USA 🇺🇸🙏💜🕯️

[@conradsenior5843]

You have a nice family and great teamwork and skills.

[@marcbalian4824]

This is the best channel on KZbin. Very enjoyable video. I doubt I’ll ever need a chicken coupe, but I watched this entire video enthusiastically. Amazing.

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you so much!

[@daveelly]

loving the new build videos. great humor. you seem to be having fun doing this new format and it shows in the quality of the content.

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you very much!

[@townrurallife]

This is such a genius design! I love how functional yet simple it is-definitely going to try this for my own chickens. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@neesr13]

You are a wonderful source of information in so many subjects. While I don't (and won't) have chickens, I do plan on a greenhouse and some of these ideas a great for that. Thank you for what you do. (and for the chuckles along the way). Wishing you prosperity and safety in 2024 and beyond.

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you

[@Kadz321]

Getting me pumped to come back to the states and rebuild my coop. The humor was on point!

[@PrincessJazmina]

Just found your channel and oh my goodness I want one!!! My husband just retired from the army after 20+ yrs and we moved out to the country. I started looking at prices for coops 🤦🏼‍♀️! Shut the front door! Living just a little NW of Fort Hood, (yes I know it’s now Fort Cavazos) I need this coop!! Being an extreme city girl and raising my 3 children (35,27,12) in the city. I am so honored to learn a different way of life and being able to expose my youngest child to it. We have 10 white tail Doe’s and 4 Bucks that come in our yard daily. Once at 6:45 am and then again at 8:10 pm. I go out in the yard with them (about a foot away) and throw some apple corn for them. Goodness knows if I’m not paying attention they let me know!! 🤣 We just started growing herbs and jalapeños. I can’t wait to venture beyond.

[@Stephon723]

I'm sure the cost of the resources used in this build (tools, shop space, benches) Call smore then fifty times the cost of the materials to make the coup. But it certainly made everything you did in and outside of this video and much more easily doable. AWESOME SETUP

[@phreed6320]

The "Triple M" ... Million ($) Mama Mansion!!! Lucky girls ... good thing mine can't see what you built yours ... they'd be flying your way asap! Thank you .. spurring this old granny on to building a tractor for mine.

[@betterlivingonabudget]

WOW - the world needs more Haxman men, for sure, for sure. Well done, you well-skilled hunk of capabilities. 🏆♥

[@HAXMAN]

😄 Thank you!

[@justhebigidea]

Production is so good man. Amazing job.

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you!

[@marshmellow3110]

Awesome work as always. I remember finding your channel a few years back and was shocked you only had like 32k subscribers. Glad you are over half a million. You will break the million mark in no time. Great build and great bullshit. Keep rollin!

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you!

[@ShilohRomo]

One of the most entertaining posts ever seen

[@BackYardChickenAdventures]

Bravo! That coop came out fantastic! Well done!

[@PachionCarlson]

Okay, I am so happy to have my first set of chickens, I have been begging my husband for years.... but coming upon this video is even more glorious. You are awesome, keep making videos!!!

[@johnettebeaver1991]

And a paint sprayer for sure, you family will love you even more and fight over using it!

[@mycrochetobsession]

I admire and even envy your skills and expertise. This is a formidable challenge for the average person. You are far above average and you have the tools already. By the time I buy tools, materials and plans, I might as well buy the Carolina Coop. DIYs are not always cost effective for everyone. But I thoroughly enjoyed watching this video. The hen house and run are truly amazing.

[@karinlynne1064]

You guys are so funny!! And so talented!! I tried not to be jealous of your great woodworking skills! Ha!!

[@liketheyogurt]

I enjoyed watching this build. I built a similar coop and run a couple of years ago. I love pocket holes!

[@outingsforoldladieswhoaren7664]

U r hilarious! I wish I could build the way u do. Generally I don't watch videos that require such a high level of skill, tools, materials, etc, but it was so much fun I have subscribed!

[@HAXMAN]

Wow, thank you!

[@angelahoddinott6998]

I laughed so hard at the voice over for Kim! This is only the second video I've watched, the new smokeless firepit being the first, and your humour caught me. I'm in and subscribed!

[@sallysmith9733]

I want to be one of your chickens. What a lovely home ❤❤

[@GramadinGG]

Yo but how many times have you seen Harry Potter for your Voldemort impression to be that good?

[@samueldelgado1458]

There was a large community of rabbits in my neiborhood for some years now..... till 2 Hawks showed up and decimated the rabbit population... Thanks Hawks for saving my garden

[@terrydouglas2777]

Y'all are a hoot. Lots of funny stuff. I'd be amazed if we wasn't related. I do like that movable chicken coop. It's Alot more fancy than ones I've ever built. Next make a light one from PVC pipe and wire. That way you can move it all around and even your two girls could move it so the chickens can be protected and still dig the ground.

[@lilolmecj]

This is really beautiful. I made mine from whatever wood I could lay hands on so it isn’t pretty, but it keeps 5hem safe at night. In time I hope to redesign and rebuild it because I have figured out what works well about it, and what doesn’t.

[@renelopez8227]

I started building a coop a few days ago, and I swear to God, my wife did the exact same thing and doubled our little flock halfway through the build 😅

[@matthewpeterson3329]

Just when I was wondering where the hell the Haxman's been, a video pops up. It's not even my birthday. Rad!

[@JimTamski]

You did a great job if I was a chicken I would be happy to call that my home. Good luck with the hawks.

[@WebinarTrainer]

Man Haxman, I'm loving your videos. I didn't realize hawks and BoogerMan was a problem there. We have em here in southern Colorado. Maybe cousins. Thanks for the outdoor cooker area video, loved that project, gonna have to do one!

[@DrewJacobson61]

Beautiful work guys ❤❤❤

[@cindyo3513]

Wow! That should keep your flock happy - although the addition of an entertainment system for the chickies would keep them dancing!🐔💃

[@cherriemater]

I have missed you and your antics. Thx for a new video ❤😊

[@HAXMAN]

Thanks so much!

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you!

[@EricRedbear]

All the extra effort you put in to hold a camera while you work makes you a Superman in addition to a super husband and Super Dad

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you!

[@davidgambler1591]

👍🏼 I would have designed a foot pedal mechanism to lift the coop up & onto the wheels. I think cranking it up and down everytime you want to move it will get old quick. WTH ? 4 jacks ? Nooo, 1 foot pedal for front and 1 for rear. 👍🏼

[@lindaleslie5634]

Awesome job 👏🙋‍♀️💖🇨🇱

[@kvdude7279]

I'm subscribed and turned on the notifications a couple of years ago, when I tripped over your channel. For some reason, I don't get consistently notified when you drop a new video. What's up with that? Glad that you have a black belt in bull-shito. Ha - very nice!

[@LouiA1]

Oh how I hate thee Haxman!! 😉 Over the years I have built many coops for friends and family - I thought I was a Master ChickenCooper… let’s just say that once again you have proven that you are my nemesis!! Best overall build form/function I have ever seen. Well done 👍🏼!!!

[@johnm.6349]

You're an editing genius.

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you!

[@gypsiemomm]

🎉AMAZING BUILD!!!!🎉

[@sharon3578]

You act like a great dad. It was fun watching you build this chicken coop with your humor, the different voices you used (and your hawk), and your video style. Look forward to seeing more. 😅❤

[@HAXMAN]

Thanks so much!

[@charruza]

Just a kudos to your outstanding song selection ;) Oh and awesome idea for the coop!

[@joblo2671]

3 months later : The world's first $60,000 chicken house.

[@KodaFPSS]

This was not your typical builders guide... this was so funny to watch as well as like learn of course! Awesome, Awesome video man

[@nicholasdaviner7249]

Informative and WILDLY ENTERTAINING ! Keep the videos coming. Thank you for sharing.😅😂😊

[@SweatyFatGuy]

Funny thing... I got a KFC ad on this video. Not the kind of chicken I want to have.

[@HAXMAN]

😄

[@adidas8287]

😂😂🤣🤣🤣

[@TheCardFanatic]

So did i

[@thistles]

Me too😢

[@scottmccloud9029]

Me also.

[@adnerayala3409]

You know what you are missing in the back yard, a Pizzaaaaaaa Oven like those bricks oven 😂😂 so if you gonna make one let me know 😂

[@sdmotor]

Outstanding build. Always look forward to your spin on all things homestead

[@mmagnusol]

I used to have yard bunnies sunning themselves before all the hawks moved into town. I always wanted a nicely painted concrete menagerie for my yard I could move about, maybe on a lazy susan bearing wheel with monofilament. The squirrels at the university now spend all their days hiding under cars. I also wanted a pooping gnome with his pants down behind a silly bush about facing my five foot tall grumpy late neighbor's house. I also wanted to put a cheesecake female profile on one end window shade and a profile of a guy with binoculars staring at him on the other. He used to have a pitbull that jerked and pulled him all over the neighborhood. I would kid him about it making a real knuckle dragger out of him. But that is just me. We need bits of havoc and amusement in our lives.

[@TEMSystems-h6o]

That chicken coop is awesome!! You're the man!!

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you!

[@ZeroGatlin]

I wish I had a neighbor / friend like you that was into projects like I am. ... it'd be a blast building with you!!!!!

[@brandonparnell6528]

Just out of curiosity for all the materials and everything you put into how much did it cost or a rough estimate?

[@iblong9505]

For your driveway, use a good degreaser (we use Zep concrete cleaner), saturate the painted areas and let sit for a few minutes, then use a mild cupped wire brush on your cordless drill at low speed to remove the paint, rinse thoroughly. Go gentle with the wire brush as it'll burnish your concrete if used too aggressively.

[@HAXMAN]

Thanks!

[@jred4421]

Pressure wash? no chemicals...