Cat Flap Fitter Ballymena

Cat Flap Fitter Ballymena Northern Ireland (BT42): Fitting a cat flap to an external door or wall in your Ballymena house allows your cat the independence and freedom it needs to live a happy life. Cats kept inside, as with humans, will often show signs of irritability. Having easy access to outside world via a cat flap will help your cat to keep fit, both physically and mentally. So, you're sold on the idea, but which is best type of cat flap for your pet?

The most rudimentry sort of cat flap is essentially that. A hole cut in a door with a flexible bit of material placed over it, to keep the weather out, but let the cat move through. The vast majority of Ballymena cat owners would no doubt prefer something a bit more secure and weatherproof for an external door to their home, although this might be appropriate for an outhouse or shed door.

This standard design can be improved on to some degree with magnetic strips to hold the flap in place, but it is still a long way off being perfect since it allows other creatures or cats to enter into your house.

A step up from the magnetic strip pattern are RF chip or infra-red, magnetically operated cat flaps. In this case, either a magnet, IR or RF chip will be fitted into your cat's collar. What this means is that any animal without one of these special collars cannot get into or leave your home. The reality that any other cat in the neighbourhood who has a similar style of collar will be able to access your property, is the downside with this kind of cat flap. An upgrade to this product is a RF cat flap and collar system which provides a unique identifier that can be programmed by the pet's owner. With this, an additional layer of control and security is established to ensure that only your furry companion gains access.

The type of cat flap that's can be recognised by your pet's own micro-chip, is the next step-up in feline entrance security. The details of your cat's microchip are programmed into the cat flap's memory (multiple entries can be made if you have several cats). Whenever your cat passes close to the flap, it will unlock and allow only your microchipped pets to use the exit/entrance.

When you're purchasing a cat flap, you should make certain that it is of a type that can be locked. The majority of cat flaps sold nowadays feature a 4-way locking mechanism. This makes it possible for your cat flap to be fully locked, permit only exit from your home, permit access into your home only, or have two-way exit and entry functionality. This offers you a number of choices on exactly how your cat flap operates at all times of the day and night. In line with yours and your pet's requirements, there is even the option to perform different functions in accordance with the time of day, with a number of the high end models.

If you're pretty decent at DIY, fitting a cat flap shouldn't be that difficult, if you've got a solid timber door on your Ballymena home. However, if it needs to be fitted into a reinforced PVC door or in a double glazed window, you shouldn't under any circumstances even attempt to tackle it by yourself. Such situations require the skills and expertise of a specialist cat flap fitter or odd job man, who is sure to have have all the knowledge and tools for this kind of installation project.

INSTALLING CAT FLAPS IN BALLYMENA

Double Glazing Installation - If you bring in a "tradesman" who, while endeavouring to install your new cat flap, attempts to drill a hole in a double glazed window or door panel, immediately send them on their way. A new cat flap cannot be mounted into an existing double glazing door panel or window pane. Making holes in the double glazing destroys not merely the strength and security of the glazing, but it compromises the insulation properties as well. Your double glazing will be made unsafe, and it should never be done under any circumstances.

It is necessary to obtain a new double glazed pane made specially for this purpose by a glazing firm, and your chosen Ballymena cat flap installer will measure your current unit and put in an order for the new one. This new pane will be delivered with a hole pre-cut as an integral part of its construction where your cat flap can be fitted. This is really the only way to fit a cat flap into an existing double glazed or patio door, even though it might take a week or so to produce. As soon as your new panel of glass shows up, the fitter will remove the old one, and replace it with the new "cat flap ready" pane. Your cat flap will then be mounted.

Exterior Wooden Doors - The easiest alternative for cat flap installations in Ballymena, as was previously mentioned, are solid wooden doors. It is usually best to contact an experienced carpenter or cat flap fitter, if you are unsure of cutting a big hole in your front or back door. This sort of project won't be too costly and is well worth doing properly, if getting your cat flap installed by a professional gives you that added peace of mind.

uPVC Door Panels - Cat flaps can be mounted into uPVC doors in most instances. It pays to know the internal construction, since some uPVC doors can have a steel lining for further security. The models of door with a one piece panel are the easiest for installing cat flaps, so if yours has a slatted style door panel, it may be advisable to replace this with a single pane.

Wall Installation - If you do not really wish to cut a hole in your doors, whether for security or aesthetic reasons, you can have a cat flap installed on an outside wall. This kind of installation is certainly better left to a specialist, since it requires far more equipment and skill to execute. There are a couple of options for this kind of installation, including a straight through tunnel version, or a right angle (through pillar) pattern. With this sort of installation a plastic or metal, open ended square tube is inserted into a square shaped hole cut out of your selected wall. Both ends of the hole are then fitted with an appropriate cat flap so your furry friend can get out of and into your home whenever it wants.

Replacing an Existing Cat Flap in Ballymena - If your window, door or wall already has a cat flap installed, but it's stopped working effectively, or is damaged, it is possible to mount a replacement over the current cavity. An experienced Ballymena cat flap installer will be happy to take out your old entry device and swap it for a new cat flap without inflicting any damage on the window, wall or door on which it is mounted.

When the cat flap installation involves insertion into a pre-cut hole in a double glazing pane, it will be necessary to make certain that this was previously done in the right way, before fixing the new cat flap. The pane must be taken out and replaced with a new one to avoid any security and safety problems, if it's found this isn't the case and corners were cut during the earlier installation.

FINDING A CAT FLAP INSTALLER IN BALLYMENA

There are a number of different handymen, professional cat flap fitters and even double glazing companies in the Ballymena area, that provide cat flap installation onto whatever door or construction you need. It might be possible to ask family and friends for recommendations in relation to locating an excellent cat flap installer. If they are happy to recommend an individual who they have used, you can be sure that you'll be happy also.

If it is not possible to get recommendations from acquaintances, you should try to get at least 3 different estimates from local handymen before coming to a decision. It's generally sensible not to automatically go with the cheapest option. Try to get written warranties for the quality of their workmanship, so that if things do go wrong you have some recourse.

A specialist cat flap installation contractor in Ballymena will provide you with a good quality product, expertly fitted, and one that will last you, and your pussy-cat, for many years.

Cat flaps can be installed in Ballymena and also in nearby places like: Broughshane, Toomebridge, Glenarm, Maghera, Cloughmills, Moorfields, Portglenone, Kells, Bellaghy, Dunloy, Gracehill, Kilrea, Rasharkin, Garvagh, Gaigorm, Cullybackey, as well as in these postcodes BT42 1DJ, BT42 2AF, BT42 2FB, BT42 1DY, BT42 1TA, BT42 2ND, BT42 1QX, BT42 2DQ, BT42 2DA, and BT42 2DX. Locally based Ballymena cat flap fitters will likely have the postcode BT42 and the phone code 028. Verifying this can make sure that you're accessing a locally based cat flat fitter. Residents in the local area will be able to utilise these and various other related services. By simply clicking on the "Quote" banner you can obtain cat flap installation price quotes from local providers.

Cat Flap Weatherproofing

For both outdoor and indoor cats, maintaining safety and comfort relies on effective cat flap weatherproofing. Preventing draughts, rain and wind from seeping into the house, a properly weatherproofed cat flap ensures a warm and dry environment for the feline. Look for cat flaps designed with superior quality insulating materials and seals to create a tight barrier against the elements. An extra option to shield the entrance from harsh climatic conditions is the installation of a weatherproof tunnel extension. The cat flap's ability to provide a comfy and weather-protected space for the cat is upheld through regular maintenance, including checking seals for wear and tear. (42068)

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Cat Flap Fitters Near Ballymena

Also find: Cullybackey cat flap fitters, Dunloy cat flap fitters, Gracehill cat flap fitters, Portglenone cat flap fitters, Kilrea cat flap fitters, Rasharkin cat flap fitters, Moorfields cat flap fitters, Kells cat flap fitters, Broughshane cat flap fitters, Toomebridge cat flap fitters, Garvagh cat flap fitters, Cloughmills cat flap fitters, Maghera cat flap fitters, Gaigorm cat flap fitters, Glenarm cat flap fitters, Bellaghy cat flap fitters and more. All of these locations are serviced by professionals who install cat flaps. Their valuable know-how and expertise comes into play when ensuring the secure and correct fitting of your cat flap on your property. Installation by a professional ensures that your cat flap not only fulfills your canine companion's needs but also complements your home's aesthetic and adheres to safety standards. Local home and property owners can get cat flap installation estimates by simply clicking here.

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