Cat Flap Fitter Ardeer

Cat Flap Fitter Ardeer Scotland (KA20): To give your cat the independence that it needs to live a life of contentment, you could install a cat flap to an external door or wall in your Ardeer house. Cats are similar to people in many ways, and will likely show signs of frustration and unease if kept inside for significant periods of time without a break. When granted easy access to the great outdoors with a cat flap, your precious cat has a much better chance of staying healthy and strong. If you opt to go down the cat flap route, you'll then have to decide what is the best type of cat flap for you.

A cat flap at its most fundamental is simply that. A hole in a door with a bendable piece of material placed over it, to give protection from the weather, but let the cat pass through. Though this could be appropriate for an outhouse door or fence panel, the vast majority of cat owners in Ardeer would no doubt prefer something a tad more weatherproof and secure for an exterior door to their property.

As this solution will allow other creatures or cats to enter your house, it isn't at all recommended, though it can be improved on a bit by holding the flap in place by adding magnetic strips.

A step up from the magnetic strip model are infra-red or RF chip, magnetically operated cat flaps. In this case, either a magnet, RF or IR chip will be fitted into your cat's collar. Unless an animal is fitted with one of these special collars, it will not be able to open the flap and get into or leave your house, thus preventing some unwanted visitors. Once again this is a fairly basic kind of cat flap, because any other cat in the Ardeer area that's got a similar style of collar could perhaps get into your property. Even these cat flaps can be upgraded to a certain extent with an RF cat flap/collar system providing a user programmed unique identifier.

A model of cat flap that's can be triggered by your pet's own micro-chip, is the next step-up in Ardeer feline entrance security. You have to enter the number of your cat's microchip into the memory the cat flap (which is powered by batteries), and if you have several cats it will accept multiple entries. Exit and entry can only be achieved by microchipped pets, and the flap will be unfastened when you cat is in the vicinity.

When you are purchasing a cat flap, you should make sure it's of a design that can be locked into position. Currently, the majority of cat flaps on the market feature a 4-way locking mechanism for added security. Which means that it's got the capability to be fully locked, permit only entrance into your home, allow exit from your premises only, or be put in two way exit and entry mode. This will give you a range of choices on precisely how your cat flap operates at all times of the day and night time. A few more expensive models can be set to carry out particular functions in accordance with the time of day, in keeping with your pet's and your needs.

If you're fairly decent at DIY, putting in a cat flap shouldn't be all that difficult, as long as you've got a solid timber door on your property in Ardeer. Although, if it needs to be installed into a double glazed window or in a reinforced uPVC door, you should not even attempt to tackle it on your own. This kind of installation will require the attention of an expert, and there are specialist cat flap installers and skilled carpenters who'll be ready to take on such work.

INSTALLING A CAT FLAP IN ARDEER

Double Glazing Installations - If your new cat flap is going to be mounted on a double glazed panel, and your hired "tradesman" attempts to drill a hole in it, stop them straight away and give them the boot. A new cat flap cannot be installed into a pre-existing double glazing door panel or window pane. Drilling or cutting into any sort of double glazing will destroy its security and strength, together with its insulation attributes. In fact, it makes the glazing unsafe and it shouldn't ever be attempted.

An experienced cat flap fitter will measure your current double glazing pane and have a local Ardeer glazing firm knock up a new pane. This new pane will arrive with a hole cut out as an integral part of its construction where the cat flap will be installed. You might have to wait a week or more for this pane to be made, however if you need a cat flap installed into a pre-existing patio or double glazed door, this is basically the only way to do it. When your new panel of glass is delivered, the fitter will remove the old unit, and replace it with the brand new "cat flap ready" pane. It's now possible to install the new cat flap.

Exterior Wooden Doors - As mentioned previously, solid wood door panels are the easiest alternative in relation to installing a new cat flap on your property in Ardeer. If you are unsure about cutting a hole in your front door, it's it may be better to call on a specialist to do the work for you. This type of project is fairly inexpensive and will give you the satisfaction of knowing that your pet can enjoy a professionally installed flap.

uPVC Door Panels - Cat flaps can generally be installed into uPVC doors. However, certain uPVC doors are steel lined for further security, which may cause some problems. The models of door with a one-piece panel are the easiest for installing cat flaps, so if yours has a slatted style panel, it might be advisable to swap this for a single pane.

Wall Installation - It's also a possibility to get a cat flap mounted on an outside wall of your property in Ardeer, if you do not wish to have a hole cut in one of your doors, whether for aesthetic or security reasons. A wall cat flap entrance calls for a little more skill and equipment to install, so it is definitely better left to a specialist. There are a number of choices for this sort of installation, including a straight-through tunnel version, or a right angle (through pillar) configuration. A square hole will need to be made through your wall, into which is inserted a metal or plastic, square open ended tube. A cat flap can then be fitted to each side of the hole.

Replacing Your Existing Cat Flap in Ardeer - If your door, window or wall already has a cat flap fitted, but it's stopped working, or is damaged, it's possible to mount a replacement over the existing cavity. An experienced Ardeer cat flap installer will be happy to take out your old unit and swap it for a brand new cat flap without inflicting any damage on the window, wall or door on which it's secured.

When the installation involves insertion into a pre-cut hole in a double glazing pane, it is important to confirm that this was previously done in the right way, before attaching the new cat flap. The glass will need to be removed and replaced to avoid any safety and security problems, if it becomes obvious that this isn't the case and corners were cut during the previous installation.

FINDING A CAT FLAP INSTALLER IN ARDEER

In the Ardeer area there are many professional cat flap fitters, handymen and even local glazing companies who provide cat flap fitting services for walls, windows or doors. There are several ways to track down a good cat flap installer, and few are more reliable than asking friends and family. If they've had similar work done by a local Ardeer tradesman, and been over the moon with the end result, you can reasonably expect that they will do a first-rate job for you as well.

Where a personal recommendation is not possible, seek at least 3 price quotes from local Ardeer handymen. Study these carefully and do not automatically choose the cheapest option, because this will often not be the best of the bunch. See if you can get written guarantees for the standard of their workmanship, so if things do happen to go wrong you've got some recourse for compensation.

A professional cat flap installer in Ardeer will supply you with a high quality product, skillfully fitted, and which will last you, and your pussy-cat, for many years.

Cat flaps can be installed in Ardeer and also nearby in: Lylestone, Gateside, West Kilbride, Barrmill, Girdle Toll, Lawthorn, Montgreenan, Perceton, Seamill, Hunterston, Dalgarven, Salcoats, Beith, and in these postcodes KA20 3LR, KA20 3LW, KA20 3LZ, KA20 3LJ, KA20 3LF, KA20 3LE, KA20 3LD, KA20 3LP, KA20 3LB, KA20 3LU. Locally based Ardeer cat flap fitters will likely have the postcode KA20 and the telephone dialling code 01294. Checking this out will make sure that you access a locally based cat flat fitter. Ardeer home and business owners are able to utilise these and various other related services.

Cat Flap Weatherproofing

Cat flap weatherproofing is vital for maintaining the comfort and safety of both indoor and outdoor cats. A warm and dry environment for both the feline and the occupants is achieved by a well-weatherproofed cat flap, preventing wind, rain and cold draughts from seeping into the house. To create a tight barrier against the elements, search for cat flaps designed with high-quality insulating materials and seals. Another measure to protect the entrance from harsh weather conditions is the installation of a weatherproof tunnel extension. Ensuring the cat flap remains effective in providing a weather-protected and comfortable space for your cat, requires regular maintenance, including checking seals for wear and tear. (97531)

Ardeer Cat Flap Installation Tasks

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Cat Flap Fitters Near Ardeer

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Cat Flap Installation Around Ardeer

Some Ardeer areas and roads where cat flaps have recently been fitted - Moorpark Road East, Portland Place, Morris Moodie Avenue, Muir Drive, George Street, Moorpark Place, Carmyle Place, Misk Knowles, Trelawney Terrace, New Street, Ardoch Court, Deer Park Avenue, Clark Crescent, Station Road, Hillside Street, Afton Road, Caledonian Road, Garven Road, Canal Crescent,, as well as these Ardeer area postcodes: KA20 3LR, KA20 3LW, KA20 3LZ, KA20 3LJ, KA20 3LF, KA20 3LE, KA20 3LD, KA20 3LP, KA20 3LB, KA20 3LU. These locations recently saw activity by an expert cat flap fitter. Ardeer residents enjoyed trusted and reliable cat flap installation services in every case.

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