It will be pretty much impossible for you or your contractor to assemble your new coop without (1) pre-reading these instructions to create familiarity, (2)
watching our assembly overview video, and (3) following instructions on each page. Concepts on one page are built upon in the next pages and we often
don't repeat in hopes of saving complexity. Any time taken up front going through everything will save you many hours (and grief) in the end :-)
�Your new coop won't gain full strength until completed. It must be protected from high winds until completed and properly anchored.
�Having a very level very flat area is required for the coop to assemble properly. It's impossible to overstate how much easier and better assembly will go with
things square and level. A properly prepared concrete footer is preferred.
�We estimate about 60, 75, and 90 man hours to asseble the model 20, 30 and 40 Heritage Coops, respectively. Two people are required for the build and three
can be helpful.
�You will need a chuck type drill (preferably cordless, preferably two) and a hammer and a tape measure. Everything else is provided.
�We think we put extra screws and other fasteners in the kit. If you run out, one of us goofed up :-)
�Using the instructions is part reading, part illustrations, part photos and part watching videos. Please know that we value your input to an ongoing process. We
try hard but writing good instructions on complex objects for a variety of learning styles is an imperfect science. We're genuinely sorry for any confusion our
instructions cause.
�We indicate in the instructions where all screws go. All of the screws in the kit are aggressive enough to self drive. If concerned, we also include a pilot bit.
Position, count and direction of screws are indicated by various colored arrows.
�When we build your coop the cedar wood has about 12% moisture. If you wait a long time to assemble your coop it may dry out and shrink by up to 1/8". When it
get rained on, it will swell back. Human error, machine error and believe it or not computer error can cause parts to be off by as much as 1/8th inch. Most of the
design can tolerate small errors. Where it cannot we give you a measurement that must be adhered to. Like doors, for instance.
�Panels are not marked and we omit a section in the instructions for parts ID to save complexity. All wire sides face inward and the 3D renderings will allow you to
identify panels as you go. Spacing them out for easy ID is advised.
We include a gallon of Eco Sealer and a sprayer to treat the bottom rails
of ground contact panels if you desire. Even panels that sit on concrete
footer will benefit. Cedar is proven to last 10-15 years outdoors even when
in ground contact. Sealing bottom rails will extend this time. This product
allows re-sealing and even color staining after application. In our opinion it
is a premium grade product. We do not recommend painting cedar but you
can. Whatever you decide to do, a product that allows the wood to breathe
is best. Keep toxicity in mind too. With modest care, we expect your coop to
last 20 - 25 years.
