There are many types of homemade styles that can be made from old pallets, chicken wire, or even some old 2x4's. Call the Office of Recycling for assembly instructions. For those of us who are not mechanically inclined, there are dozens of uniquely shaped compost bins available on the market. They range from simple hoop designs to enclosed rodent resistant units with locking lids. For Your Soil Compost increases organic matter in the soil.
Compost builds sound root structure.
Compost makes clay soils airy so they drain. Compost gives sandy soils body to hold moisture. Compost attracts and feeds earthworms. Compost balances the pH of soil. Compost reduces water demands of plants.