Any one have this for over a year? Wondering about durability in weather?
136717
At the end of this month, I will have had this coop for one year. It's holding up well, but I have it covered from the little rain we get here in California.
136718
It lasted one season here in Kansas. The wood is cheap, swells from rain, and falls apart quickly. I would not spend your money on any pre-made, wood chicken coops. Build your own or buy a plastic one.
136719
had ours for nearly a year.. Its holding up well in our Montana weather and I like it but will tell you.. it does not hold heat at all.. Very thin construction. We had to put a heat lamp in and it still looses a lot.. Now has visquen attached to the sides.. And pretty tight with 3 chickens inside the coop.. The pen part is far to small to keep adult chickens in..
136720
We have ours covered by a tarp...the directions say you have to cover it during the rains. Our chickens are not in ours right now because of bear problems...but so far so good. We have the bottom of the frame resting on cinderblock To protect it from rot.
136721
I live in Mass and it has survived the winter!!! And I happen to live in the country's "snowiest city" this year. No one is in it right now, but it's in my chicken run and my girls use it as a large nesting box. I will be using it for spring chicks this spring, but it is too small to house large breed chickens. I used to keep 2 silkies in there who I no longer have. I'm shocked actually. i can't promise it's weather proof as far as drafts go, my girls don't use it as an actual coop anymore. But there's a good 3 feet of snow on that thing and it's held up well.
136722
Yes, I've had this over a year. (about 15 months) It's held up really well. Everything still works like it should. One thing, I'd like to mention now that my hens have grown to full size. I think it's a little small for the amount of chickens they claim can fit. I have 4, and it's pretty snug. I think I'm going to add on to it and give them more room. But, I would definitely recommend this.
527920
I have had mine for a couple of years now and I live in South Florida. It has held up much better than I expected in the sun, rain & wind. I would not hesitate to purchase one again when mine finally dies.
1758562
I do that all the time! I've had it for 4+ months, and it's held up just fine, with no signs of wear and tear. Can't say about long term, but no signs of anything bad thus far
591580
Ours has held up great! We have had ours for a few years now with no issues and we use it almost every day.
969395
It's held up well for me. I bring it inside in the winter and I do put a coat of the eucoliptis oil on it at the start of the season. It shows some wear from the elements but still sturdy and versatile.
145159
I've had mine for at least a year or so and it has May 10 2012. Its still doing fine as long as you keep it dry.
346
After a few years of having mine outside it began to tear. Being from Michigan and having all sorts of weather, I expected this to happen, but I was impressed it lasted this long!
24170
Had mine about 6 months and so far it has held up to multiple rainstorms, snow and car washes.
183485
I have had the backpack for a year and it's really hardy. Rain, sleet, and snow the bag hasn't failed me yet. I ride a bike in inclement weather and it's kept my gear dry as a bone.
955420
I've only had mine for about 5 months. I love it! So far, it is sturdy,and no rain has gotten inside. I recommend this product highly.
978440
I have had it for over a year. There has been no rust, but I did take it inside for the winter. No problems with the wind. It has good weight.
2149815
Ditto. I have had mine for 2 years as well. 2 soaking wet winters and 2 beautiful summers exposed to sunlight and, it is holding up great. Very durable for an inexpensive cover.
778524
Used ours for an extended trip recently. It held up fine to all weather including rain and hail.
1467345
Had mine two years. Live in southern Illinois. Had a bunch of snow this year. No issue.
803854
Haven't had it long enough to know. We got it six months ago - in the fall. It IS humid here so we'll see. So far I can say it's survived our brutal Midwest winter. We'll see how it holds up in our humid summer. I bought it because the reviews I read said it held up well.
2179121
I have had it for about a year on the roof of my pavilion outside. It's fully exposed to the weather and it went through a pretty rough Buffalo winter and still going strong if that helps :).
1426255
I had mine through winter and it held up well. I also washed it a lot though