Back Door With Cat Flap Fitted
A back door that has a cat flap fitted allows your pet to come and go according to its own schedule. This lets your cat be as liberated as they want while keeping out any rogue cats. It can also give you peace of mind. You can make the process easier by utilizing an expert tradesperson. They will be able navigate the complexities of fitting a flap into different types and sizes of doors and walls. Peace of Mind Installing a cat door is a great option to give your pet all the freedom and independence they desire. It can bring many advantages and make them happier and more healthy. All cats need daily exercise to remain in good physical condition and having access to the outdoors can encourage them to spend more time outside. Be sure to ensure to ensure that your cat does not wander off into dangerous or hazardous areas. If possible, place the door far from the main entrance of your home. Try luring your cat to treats if they are reluctant to use the flap. This will entice your cat to use the door more often through creating a positive connection. Be careful not to reprimand or scare your cat because this can create fear around the door in front of them and make them less likely to use it. Transparent cat flaps are a great option for cats who like to look at the other side prior to going through. You can also add the scent of your cat or wipe it down with a cloth that smells familiar to them. By putting their own scent on it, they can feel more at ease and trust the new cat flap. A back door with cat flaps can be a good method to keep your pet inside and out of the house during certain times, such as when you're at work or sleeping. This will prevent burglars and pests from getting through your cat's door. Some cat flaps can be used in combination with RFID collar tags or microchips to offer added security. This means that only your registered pets can be allowed to enter and leave the home, eliminating the risk of other animals or human beings getting in. If you want the extra security of a pet door consider a fully-fitted option or a supply-only option that could be incorporated into your composite or uPVC doors by yourself. Safety Cat flaps are a convenient method for your pet to move around whenever they like without needing to open the door. You can also keep an eye on your cat to ensure that any rogue animals aren't causing injury or illness. If cat flap install worried about the security of your cat, you can put in a microchip-keyed or collar-keyed flap that only lets your cat in. This will keep your neighbors' cats or strays from gaining access to your home, and it helps to maintain indoor temperatures by keeping the outdoors out. Many are worried that their pets will be injured by intruders who try to enter through the flap. This is a legitimate concern, as the cat flap is the weakest part of a backdoor and should be considered a security risk. However there are ways you can stop this from happening. For instance, you can put motion-activated lights around your cat flap to warn anyone who tries to break into it. This will frighten them and could discourage them from entering your home in the first place. Another way to keep intrusions at bay is to put a 'Cat Sign' to your door, which will let them know that there is a cat in the house and will encourage them to stay away. This is a simple and affordable way to increase the security of your cat's door, and it's effective. If you have a backdoor with glass patio doors, it is possible to put the cat flap. It's a little more difficult to install a cat flap on doors made of wood or uPVC however it is still a possibility for homeowners who want to do so. The process is similar to a standard door, but it is recommended to speak with an expert glazier to assure that the glass is strong enough to withstand the added stress. Once the door is cut to size then you can begin to make your cat flap fit. Mark the holes for screws on the door with pen, and then align the hole of the flap to the marks. The screws should be drilled into the designated areas on the flap. To guard the edges from rotting or water damage, you should paint them. Security The peace of mind that comes from having a a back door with cat flaps in your Ipswich home is unbeatable. This means that you don't have to be concerned about your pet wandering off or being locked in the dark. You can also spend more time on the couch with your cat, as you don't have to stand up to open the door. You can have more peace of mind by adding a lockable flap to your cat flap. This lets you determine who is allowed in and when. This option can be easily added to the existing flap, and you can shut it at night to stop other pets from entering your home and also stop unruly cats from entering! You'll have to choose the cat flap that best fits your pet and decide where you'd like it put in place. Options range from simple manual flaps to microchip cat flaps that can be programmed to recognise the collar key of your pet or an embedded microchip. We can assist you in choosing the best one for your budget and needs, taking into consideration the size of your pet and any other features you might want. Once you've decided on the type of cat flap you want and where you'd like to install it, we can measure your door and uPVC or composite door panel and cut it to the proper size for your chosen cat flap. If you have a toughened security glass patio door, we can supply and install an alternative panel that has the cat flap integrated into. Installing a cat door into a wall can be more complicated, based on the type of wall you have. It requires careful planning since you'll need to ensure that no electric cables or pipes (water gas, waste) traverse the area where you're cutting. It is recommended that you install a cat flap on the door or patio door, instead of a wall. This will be less intrusive, and require less modifications. It's important to give your cat time to adjust to the new cat flap. It's a good idea to place it near your food, as they'll naturally be interested in it and will want to explore it. This will help them become used to passing through it. You can make use of treats or even family members on the opposite side of the cat flap to motivate them to use it, and make it a part of their daily routine. Customisation You can let your cat wander freely around the house or the garden by installing a cat flap on the back of the door. It will eliminate the need to open the door every time they request entry or exit, and will save you both time and energy. In addition, it lets your cat explore their surroundings, and may even assist them in getting the exercise they require to maintain good health. Based on your personal preferences, there are different types of cat flaps to suit all lifestyles and budgets. Some of the more expensive flaps are microchipped to allow access to your pet, while others are designed for wall mounting. Fitting your cat flap is simple and shouldn't take more than two hours. The instructions included with the flap will help you, but a few key tools are needed to finish the job. This includes tape measure, a quality pencil and a spirit level and a drill or jigsaw. Wear a dust mask and cut carefully to avoid inhaling harmful particles. Before drilling, measure the width of the gap where you'll install the cat flap and mark it on the door. Be sure the gap is straight, even and not too large or small. Once you're ready for installing the flap, place it against the hole and use a spirit level to ensure that it's in the right place. The most important thing to remember when installing a cat flap is to consult the manufacturer if possible and then seek out a professional joiner if you're not confident in making modifications to your composite door. The doors are designed to be robust, weatherproof and secure. Making a mistake could damage the door or cause leaks. It is recommended to speak to a professional before attempting to fit the cat flap on a uPVC door in order to make the warranty invalid and cause draughts.