Valley Forge Cupolas and Weathervanes 866-400-1776
Follow Us On Social Media!
  • Home
    • About Us
  • Specials
    • Architect's Page
    • CNC Window Special
    • Mailboxes, Lanterns & Posts
    • Luxury Gathering Series >
      • Fire Pits & Chairs
      • Accessories
      • Sets
  • Gallery
    • Garages
    • Barn Cupolas
  • Cupolas
    • Louver Cupolas (1-10)
    • Window Cupolas (11-20)
    • Signature Series (38-44)
    • Estate/Select Series (45-57)
    • Gazebo Cupolas (58-62)
    • Metal Cupolas (64-68)
    • Wood/Shed Cupolas (69-87)
    • PVC-Cedar (70-72)
    • Cupola Lanterns
  • Weathervanes
    • Sealife
    • Boats
    • Flying Birds
    • Running Animals
    • Finials & Arrows
    • Novelty Weathervanes
    • Smaller
    • Accessories
  • Custom
    • Custom Cupolas (21-37)+ >
      • Four Sides (21-29)
      • Six Sides (30-37)
      • Royal Crowne Custom (RC 1-12)
    • Custom Cupola Installation
    • VF Custom Designs
  • Shop Now
  • Contact
    • Cupola Sizing Charts
    • Installation
    • Contractors & Developers >
      • Just Completed in Sulphur Springs, Texas (February 2019)
      • Just Completed in Scarsdale, NY (January 2018)
    • Testimonials
    • Cupola Shop Visit
    • Blog
    • Partners
    • About Us

Chicken Coop Vent Ideas from Valley Forge Cupolas

5/3/2019

4 Comments

 
Picture
One of the most critical aspects of a chicken coop is adequate ventilation to prevent the build-up of moisture and ammonia fumes. This ventilation should be above the level of the chickens’ heads when they are asleep on the roosts to prevent chills and drafts. That is why a cupola is the perfect chicken coop vent: available in a variety of sizes and styles to match any coop, a cupola provides necessary ventilation while still protecting your brood from the elements and predators.

The Importance of Chicken Coop Vents

As chicken manure breaks down it releases ammonia fumes, which are extremely corrosive and can cause eye irritation and burning of the nose, throat and respiratory tracts. Chickens have very sensitive respiratory systems, so continuous exposure to ammonia fumes can cause acute respiratory distress and even blindness. Since chickens are close to the ground - where high concentrations of ammonia are initially located - allowing the fumes to escape as quickly as possible is essential to protecting the health of your brood.
Ammonia fumes are typically lighter than air, so ventilation on the roof allows them to rise and escape. Combining a roof vent with vents under the eaves provides a cross breeze that draws the fumes out and replaces them with fresh air. During summer, however, when humidity levels are high, ammonia vapors actually become heavier than the air and can settle on the ground instead of rising. A chicken coop vent in the roof allows the moist air to escape, reducing the humidity level inside of the coop and ensuring the continued venting of ammonia fumes.

Chicken Coop Vent Ideas from Our Gallery

Picture
For this L-shaped barn the owners chose three 30” Norwood style cupolas with standing seam copper roofs to match the barn roof. The Norwood cupola has both louvers and windows, adding natural light to the interior of the barn while still providing ample ventilation.
Picture
This 110’ barn called for multiple cupolas - four to be exact. These 42” Hartford cupolas have double louvers on each side to combine style with maximum ventilation. If you’re not sure how many cupolas your coop needs, or what size, our cupola specialists can help you discover the best look for your coop.
Picture
Picture
Picture
We have a wide variety of louver cupolas available, with a range of customization options to suit your needs. Choose from four or six sided designs, metal or copper roofs in a variety of shapes, arched trim, double louvers, and more!
Picture
Picture
For a truly one-of-a-kind chicken coop vent, we also offer custom cupolas. Whether you want taller louvers, custom molding, or need to match an existing structure, we can design a cupola that perfectly complements your coop.

Order Your Chicken Coop Vent!

Keep your chickens healthy and happy with a chicken coop vent from Valley Forge Cupolas and Weathervanes. Our cupolas are built by Pennsylvania craftsmen using high-quality, durable materials that are designed to last a lifetime with minimal maintenance. To see how easy it is to add one of our cupolas to your coop, call us today at 866-400-1776.
4 Comments
Joseph
10/24/2021 10:14:58 am

I am looking for a 5 sided coppla

Reply
Valley Forge Cupolas link
10/24/2021 10:20:03 am

Thank you for contacting Valley Forge Cupolas. A five sided cupola would be a custom cupola and I would need a drawing for that. Can you use a 6-sided cupola? What size cupola do you need?

Reply
Ian link
10/23/2023 07:06:34 am

Greeat reading

Reply
Valley Forge Cupolad link
10/23/2023 08:00:07 am

Please let us know if you are interested in a Cupola or a Weathervane. Than k you, Beverly

Reply



Leave a Reply.

    Picture

    ​A Little

    About Us

    We are the "Cupola Specialists" who can help you with every aspect of your cupola selection. Let us do a customized digital quote so that you can see exactly how one of our beautiful vinyl or wood cupolas will look on your roof.

    Archives

    April 2025
    March 2025
    January 2025
    December 2024
    October 2024
    September 2024
    August 2024
    July 2024
    June 2024
    April 2024
    March 2024
    February 2024
    January 2024
    November 2023
    October 2023
    September 2023
    August 2023
    July 2023
    June 2023
    May 2023
    April 2023
    March 2023
    February 2023
    January 2023
    December 2022
    November 2022
    October 2022
    September 2022
    August 2022
    July 2022
    June 2022
    May 2022
    March 2022
    February 2022
    January 2022
    December 2021
    November 2021
    October 2021
    September 2021
    August 2021
    July 2021
    June 2021
    May 2021
    April 2021
    March 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    May 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016

    RSS Feed

Save up to 15% Off on All Cupolas
For your FREE quote, email [email protected] or call 866-400-1776!

© 2019. All Rights Reserved.