The chicken house and run were smaller than expected but still roomy enough for four hens. The wood used in construction is treated but will need regular treatment to prevent it from rotting, particularly at ground level. Putting it together was fairly quick and easy, taking two to three hours, but the detail in the plan was small and unclear, which would have made it difficult for someone who is not used to building from flat pack. The cover is worth having as it fits snuggly around the hen house, nesting box and run, keeping out cold winter winds. Overall, we are pretty satisfied with our hen house and run, particularly given its reasonably cheap cost compared with others on the market.