FAQs

What makes Queen of Coops different from other hoop coops?

Traditional hoop coops are affordable and easy to build, but they often struggle with condensation, weather protection, and functionality. Queen of Coops reimagines the hoop coop with our patent pending Supernova Roof System™, a vented Gothic arch roof, and our Tilt 'N Slide™ Compo-Roost. It also includes integrated gardening options, premium cedar front panels, and numerous features designed to make chicken keeping easier and more enjoyable.

Who designed the coop?

Queen of Coops was designed by lifelong chicken keeper Kimberley Fisher after years of building and testing multiple coop designs while searching for the ultimate backyard chicken and garden system.

Is this a DIY kit?

Yes. Queen of Coops is designed for homeowners to assemble themselves using common tools.

What comes with the kit?

Your kit includes the custom-manufactured components, including:

  • Cedar front panels, header and door
  • Polycarbonate rear assemblies
  • Gothic arch roof system
  • Electric fan
  • Custom weather tarp with PVC sidelights
  • Tilt 'N Slide™ self-cleaning Compo-Roost
  • Predator-resistant welded wire door and end panels
  • Hardware and assembly components
  • Detailed instructions

What do I need to purchase separately?

You'll purchase locally:

  • Cattle panels
  • Pressure-treated lumber for the base frame
  • Any optional accessories you choose to add

Buying these locally keeps freight costs significantly lower.

How long does assembly take?

Assembly time will vary depending on experience, but most customers should be able to complete the coop over a weekend.

What tools will I need?

Most assembly requires only common household tools such as drills, screwdrivers, wrenches, a tape measure, and basic woodworking tools.

How many chickens will it hold?

Capacity depends on the model and your management style. 8-12 chickens can happily live in the Queen of Coops if the flock is contained full time. If used with an adjacent run, it can sleep 20-24 birds.

Is it predator resistant?

Yes. The coop features heavy-duty welded wire mesh sides, a predator-resistant door with 1x1,10 gage wire insert, a secure spring-bolt latch, and integrated side aprons to help discourage digging predators.

How does the ventilation work?

Our unique Supernova Roof System creates an air-gap between the hoop coop and the Gothic arch cap. This provides both insulation and a path for venting the air at a controlled rate by fan through the front of the coop. This naturally moves heat and moisture upward and out of the coop, helping reduce condensation inside the coop during winter while improving airflow in summer.

Does it work in cold climates?

Yes. Queen of Coops was developed and tested in North Idaho, where winter condensation can be a significant challenge. The ventilation system is specifically designed to help maintain a healthier coop environment year-round.

Does it work in hot climates?

Yes. Simply roll-up tarp sides and the ventilated roof design with extraction fan will provide excellent airflow during warm weather. By drawing in the shaded air low to the ground and exhausting warm air through the air gap, the coop will remain much cooler than a traditional hoop coop with tarp.

What is the Tilt 'N Slide™ Compo-Roost?

It's our innovative manure collection system that sends nightly manure out a slit in the back directly into a no-turn compost pile behind the coop. Simply toss a few shovels of bedding onto the chute a couple times a week and add any pesticide or herbicide-free yard and garden waste to the bin and you’ll be able to harvest nutrient-rich compost for your garden within a few months!

What are the raised garden beds for?

Adding optional raised beds to your Queen of Coops allows you to grow vegetables, herbs, and greens alongside your chickens. The design also allows chickens to graze fresh vegetation through the fencing without damaging the garden itself. With this configuration, the clear PVC sidelights can be stretched over the raised garden for extending your growing season well beyond the normal frost limits.

What do you mean by “reach-through grazing”?

We chose 2” x 2” 14 gage welded wire mesh for the sides of the coop so your chickens can reach through and graze on greens next to the coop. This can be at ground level, or in a 12” raised garden bed. Chickens can only reach the first 6” or so, leaving the rest of the yard or garden untouched. Offering your chickens the opportunity to eat greens on a daily basis keeps them happy and healthy. Keeping them from scratching those greens ensures continual use.

Can I garden year-round?

Depending on your climate, the custom tarp and clear PVC side panels create a cold-frame environment that can extend your growing season considerably. In some climates you may even be able to plant and harvest lower-growing crops like lettuce, spinach, and radishes year round!

Does the kit include lumber and cattle panels?

No. These are purchased locally to reduce freight costs and make shipping much more economical.

How is the coop shipped?

The complete kit ships on a single 4 x 8 freight pallet.

How much does shipping cost?

Freight varies depending on your location. We'll provide an exact shipping quote before your order is finalized. Expect to pay from $300-600.

Do you provide customer support during assembly?

Absolutely. If you have questions during assembly, we're here to help.

What if I get stuck during assembly?

We'll provide detailed instructions, photos, and videos, and we're happy to answer questions throughout the building process.

Is there a warranty?

Warranty information will be available at launch and will cover defects in materials and workmanship.

Will you offer accessories?

Yes! We're developing additional accessories, including large-capacity feeders, watering systems, nesting options, and other products designed specifically for the Queen of Coops ecosystem.

Will other sizes be available?

Yes. Our goal is to offer multiple sizes and configurations to fit different flock sizes and backyard spaces in the future. We even plan to launch a green house version with vermicomposting system and quail version in the future!

Why should I choose Queen of Coops?

Because we believe a chicken coop shouldn't just house chickens.

It should make chicken keeping easier.

It should support your garden.

It should reduce maintenance.

And it should become one of the most enjoyable parts of your backyard.