The DIY Coop Door Kits Explained
Includes Timer and Solar Options
The DIY chicken coop door kit has a built-in timer to open and close the doors at your convenience. Plus, you can add a solar option if your coop gets plenty of sunshine.
Linear Up and DOwn Coop Door Opener
Slides up and down: Our automatic coop doors slide linearly up and down so your hens have easy access in and out of the coop. You pair it with your own door.
Protect Your Birds from Harm
This DIY Coop Door Kit will protect your birds from predators and the door features a built-in feature that ensures that your birds will not be harmed when the door closes
Versatile in Size and Power Options
The door can be powered with electricity or a 12-volt battery (not included). Plus, the different lengths of the strokes on the DIY kit actuator offer flexibility for the size of the coop door.
Coop Door Kit Options
Add a solar kit that includes a solar panel and battery solar box so your DIY automatic coop door kit can be powered by the sun. The coop must be in a sunny location to be powered by the sun. Other options for our chicken coop door actuators are listed below.
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Solar Battery Box$91.00 -
3-Foot Power Cord$6.95 -
12 Volt Power Cord$12.95 -
Solar Panel Kit$149.00
Why choose a DIY Coop Door Kit?
Fun Family Project
Our Do-it-Yourself chicken coop door kit is an excellent choice to purchase if you want to build a chicken coop or coop door as a little project for the family or for innovative individuals who like to do hands-on work.
Add to Existing Door
Our automatic coop actuator kit is a good option when you have a door and don’t want to spend extra money on the auto coop door. It comes with easy-to-understand instructions for a quick installation.
Good for Many Birds
The actuator comes with three stroke lengths so you can choose the right size for your coop and your birds. If you have smaller hens, ducks, or other birds, this DIY Coop Door Kit can work for your coop.
Questions about the DIY Coop Door Kits
Yes, it does! Here is a video showing how the timer is set on our automatic door kits.
The standard power option is electric. Included in the kit is an electric power cord. You can also upgrade to solar or battery power. Please be advised that using a battery will require a charging source. We recommend that if you are using the battery option, you have several batteries to ensure you always have a charged battery.
Yes! Our automatic coop door DIY kits work well with duck coops as well as turkey coops. For these larger birds, we suggest the 16" actuator.
Yes, though most times the door is assembled to open vertically, it is very possible to assemble it horizontally so it opens side to side instead of up and down.
Yes! Our solar attachment will power your coop. However, you must be sure your chicken coop is the sun for most of the day and also always be aware of the battery levels to ensure your birds stay safe.
Yes! Our solar attachment will power your coop. However, you must be sure your chicken coop is the sun for most of the day and also always be aware of the battery levels to ensure your birds stay safe.
The actuator attaches to your DIY Coop Door with a single screw. You will also need to attach the door opener at the top of your coop. Be sure there is enough overhead space for your door opener to attach to. Note the measurements on each unit, and be sure you have the overhead space you need to install the unit.
There are two things to consider when choosing an actuator size.
- We offer our coop door actuator in three sizes: 10-inch, 12-inch, and 16-inch door.
- The size of the door, and hence, the door actuator, will vary depending on the size of your chickens.
Here are a few examples of chicken breeds and the size of the coop door opener you will need for your chicken coop.
This would pair best with the 10-inch coop door opener
Large chicken breeds: 7-13 pounds
Sussex, Plymouth Rock, Brahma
Suggested door height: 12-14 inches
This would pair best with the 16-inch coop door opener
Standard chicken breeds: 5-7 pounds
Wyandotte, Australorp, Rhode Island Red
Suggested door height: 10-12 inches
This would pair best with the 12-inch coop door opener
Small chicken breeds: 2.9-3.3 pounds
Dutch Bantam, Old English Game, Silkie
Suggested door height: 9-10 inches
At Smart Pet Auto Door, we provide both DIY automatic door kits that include an actuator for your own door. We also offer fully operational chicken coop doors that are ready to install into your chicken coop. Along with the automatic coop doors, we offer options that make your life with chickens easier. Here are our two most popular chicken coop doors.
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WiFi Chicken Coop Door$370.00 -
Chicken Coop Door With Timer$320.00
