At Rita Marie’s Chicken Coops, we aim to be as helpful as we can during your chicken coop shopping experience. If you are unsure about some detail of your new coop, give us a call at (877) 550-9346 and our helpful staff will be right there to coach you through your decision. Here are some of the most common questions that we answer for folks.
How much does shipping cost for a walk-in chicken coop?
Shipping varies from coop to coop depending on the chicken coop size as well as your location. For a real-time quote, simply add the coop you want to the “shopping bag” and proceed to checkout. There you will see an accurate shipping quote. Keep in mind we only ship to the lower 48 United States.
Do you offer financing for your coops?
We no longer offer financing. We used to offer 6 months interest-free with PayPal Credit, upon approved credit. All you have to do is select the PayPal Credit option at checkout and go through the prompt.
What are the paint and stain options for the large chicken coops?
Pre-built coops are available in either painted Duratemp siding or stained pressure-treated wood siding. It’s your choice!
View all color options on our Chicken Coop Colors page.
What is the Coop Concierge?
The Coop Concierge is an automatic chicken door with a timer that opens at sunrise and closes at sunset based on your location. It is available on Classic Brand coops. IHS Brand coops have an auto door option as well, just under a different name.
How big does a chicken coop need to be?
Healthy chickens require 1.5 to 2 square feet per bird in the hen house. For instance, a chicken coop for 10 chickens should be 15 to 20 square feet, so a 4×4 or 4×6 coop would work well.
Do I have to put my coop together?
All of our large chicken coops are made-to-order, pre-built and arrive fully assembled unless it’s in the Coop Kit category. If it’s a Coop Kit, then yes you will need to put the coop together, and you will need basic tools and skills. All parts and instructions are included.
How long will it take to get my coop?
Our pre-built chicken coops take around 6 weeks from your order to delivery, depending on how fast the shipping slots fill up and where you are located.
How big does a chicken coop need to be?
Healthy chickens require 1.5 to 2 square feet per bird in the hen house. For instance, a chicken coop for 10 chickens should be 15 to 20 square feet, so a 4×4 or 4×6 coop would work well.
What is the Heated Roost?
The heated roost is a low-wattage heating element inside of a roosting bar that can be plugged in. It is an option available on all IHS Brand coops. You can learn more on our Upgrades and Add-Ons page.
How heavy are these coops?
The answer varies wildly from one coop to the next, but be mindful that they’re built with housing materials and are very heavy. They typically range from hundreds of pounds to thousands of pounds.