Our CERO MAXI chicken coop was designed for approx. 2 – 3 silkies or 3 – 4 bantams and small chickens such as seramas. It is our smallest chicken coop model and is often purchased by private households. The CERO MAXI is also used as a brooder house for a hen and her chicks. Here the hen can incubate her eggs separately from the others.
Like all our chicken coops, our CERO MAXI is designed for species-appropriate chicken housing . It offers plenty of light for the animals and is well ventilated. We have dispensed with perches in this coop, as silkies prefer to sleep on the floor and do not need perches to breed.
Like all our coops, our CERO MAXI chicken coop is made exclusively from high-quality materials such as aluminum and sandwich panels. These panels have very high insulation values. All our coops are therefore also 100% winter-proof. Finally, all HeiniCoop chicken coops are of course very easy to clean because there are no cracks for mites to hide in.
You are welcome to contact us before you buy a stable. We can also advise you by telephone.
These are some ideas for how we can design your coop.
Before we build your chicken coop, we will contact you again. At that point, we will discuss the exact position of the porthole.
If you are not sure which coop and which variant best suits your conditions and wishes, do not hesitate to get advice.
Port side, starboard, man overboard? Are we on a ship or what?!
No, of course not!
But in the heat of the moment, misunderstandings can easily happen. Left or right from whose perspective? The chicken’s, from the inside? Or from the outside? Then left becomes right and right becomes left. With the TRES, which is almost square, it becomes even more confusing.
For this reason, we have started using port, starboard, bow, and stern as position references for our coops. At first this may seem unusual, but in practice it has proven very effective.
Please use these terms when defining the positions of doors, nests, and windows.
“Can I have another window on the starboard side?” is, for example, a statement that cannot be misunderstood.
A grateful “Arrr!” from the workshop crew.
Eigenschaften
General Specifications:
Frame height:
130 cm
Side wall:
68 cm
Front width:
148 cm
Chicken capacity:
Coop for approx. 2–3 Silkie chickens or 3–4 bantams
Features:
1 small porthole window
2 ventilation grilles, approx. 10 cm
1 chicken hatch with hinges + 1 entrance door or 2 entrance doors
Our recommendations are based on average-sized chickens.
Let’s take the example of a DUO VISTA coop (designed for 12–20 standard chickens):
If you plan to keep very large breeds such as Jersey Giants or Brahmas, naturally fewer chickens will comfortably fit on the perches.
If you keep smaller or even bantam breeds, more chickens can fit inside the same coop.
Chickens like to cuddle, but they still need space.
In winter, chickens will sleep close together, which might make it seem like there’s space for more. However, don’t be misled.
Before they can settle together, they must all jump onto the perch—and for that, they need space.
In summer, when it’s warm, they also prefer less physical contact.
Pecking order in the coop
If the coop is overcrowded, lower-ranking chickens won’t find space on the perch and will have to sleep on the floor.
Too few chickens in winter
Too few chickens are also not ideal, as chickens heat the coop with their body warmth.
Keeping only 2 Silkies in a UNO coop, for example, may result in a colder environment in winter.
Chicken Coop Questions
Do I need a foundation for a HeiniCoop?
All HeiniCoop coops are fully sealed and insulated from below, so a foundation is not required.
However, placing the coop directly on soft ground is not recommended, as it may sink over time.
We recommend placing concrete slabs (e.g. 50 × 50 cm) under the feet of the coop to ensure stability.
What custom adjustments are possible?
You can adjust nesting boxes, perches, windows, drainage, and doors depending on your needs.
All adjustments are designed to match your chicken breed and usage preferences.
How is the coop delivered?
Delivery is typically handled by freight carrier and delivered to the curb.
Smaller models (CERO, UNO, TRES) can be unloaded without equipment.
Larger models (DUO) require a forklift or loader arranged by the customer.
Can I order a larger coop?
Unfortunately, custom changes to width or height are not possible, as all coops follow a fixed production system for efficiency and pricing.
CERO MAXI Chicken Coops – High-quality, durable, built for everyday use.
These are the three core principles behind our chicken coop production.
The founder of the HeiniCoop team grew up with chickens from an early age.
Since then, this passion has never left him. With over 50 years of experience working with poultry of all kinds, he is a true expert in the field.
No coop leaves our workshop without final approval from our senior craftsman.
Only when a coop meets his exact standards does it receive the HeiniCoop badge before being delivered to the customer.
Over the years, he first developed prototypes for his own chickens, and later for friends.
He refined and improved them continuously until the perfect chicken coop was created. A true HeiniCoop.
Once he was fully satisfied with the result, the former industrial hall builder began his life’s work.
Since then, the range has grown to include several additional coop models.
We use only the highest-quality, easy-to-clean, and long-lasting materials.
That’s why you’ll enjoy your coop every single time you visit your chickens.
Expert advice and outstanding customer satisfaction are at the heart of our service.
Your HeiniCoop Team.
Stabilität
The HeiniCoop CERO MAXI chicken coop is built for exceptional stability and long-term use.
Solid materials, a robust construction, and high-quality craftsmanship ensure that the coop reliably withstands wind, weather, and daily use.
Its well-engineered design prevents warping and guarantees lasting structural integrity – even under intensive everyday conditions.
Sauberkeit
The coop is designed to be especially easy to clean.
Large doors provide excellent access to the interior, allowing bedding to be replaced quickly and the coop to be cleaned with ease.
A clean environment is essential for your chickens’ health and helps prevent parasites and diseases.
Wärme und Stallschutz
The CERO MAXI chicken coop is designed to protect your chickens from wind, weather, and drafts.
Its insulated construction ensures a balanced indoor climate and shields your animals from extreme temperature fluctuations.
Large insulated glass windows also bring plenty of natural light into the coop, creating a bright and comfortable environment for your chickens.
Lebensdauer
A HeiniCoop chicken coop is designed for long-term durability.
High-quality materials and solid craftsmanship ensure that your coop can be used reliably for many years.
Instead of having to replace cheaper coops regularly, you invest once in lasting quality that stands the test of time.
Lebensqualität
The CERO MAXI chicken coop provides your chickens with ample space, natural light, and a comfortable indoor climate.
This promotes calm behavior and supports their natural well-being.
A well-designed environment has a positive impact on your chickens’ health, activity levels, and egg production.
Lieferung montiert
The chicken coop is delivered fully assembled.
There is no need for you to build it yourself – simply place it after delivery and start using it right away.
This saves you time and ensures that the coop has been professionally constructed to the highest standards.
High-quality, durable, suitable for everyday use = quality from a specialist
HeiniCoop stands for quality from Germany
Mobile chicken coop (roll package)
With the roll package, your HeiniCoop chicken coop becomes mobile in no time at all. Castors mounted under the hutch make it easy to move the hutch to a new location in the garden or run.
This protects the soil and your chickens always have fresh grass under their feet.
Automatic chicken door
The automatic chicken door opens and closes the coop automatically - without any action on your part. A reliable control system moves the door automatically at the desired times or depending on daylight.
This makes everyday life more comfortable and increases the safety of your animals at the same time. Even if you are away for a longer period of time, the coop is reliably closed and your chickens are protected from nocturnal predators.
Additional window in the chicken coop
An additional window brings more daylight into the barn and ensures a pleasant barn climate. Chickens particularly benefit from natural light conditions as they feel more comfortable and can follow their natural rhythm.
At the same time, you get a better view into the barn. This means you can quickly check how your chickens are doing at any time without having to enter the coop.
XL door package
The XL door package gives your coop a significantly larger chicken door. This allows larger chicken breeds or several animals to enter the run at the same time.
The larger opening also makes it easier to clean the coop and access it when handling your chickens on a daily basis. This extension is a practical and convenient solution, especially for larger barns.
Light in the henhouse
With a power connection and light in the coop, you can provide your henhouse with optimum lighting at all times. This makes it easier to check on your animals - especially in the early hours of the morning or in the evening.
The lighting also allows you to take better care of the hutch, for example when cleaning or collecting the eggs. This means you always have an overview, even in poor lighting conditions.
