Cat Flap Fitter Long Ashton

Long Ashton Cat Flap Installation & Repair

Cat Flap Fitter Long Ashton Somerset (BS41): The installation of a cat flap to an external door or wall in your house in Long Ashton, will enable it to live a happy life and enjoy it's own bit of independence and freedom. Cats that are kept indoors, as with people, can show signs of irritability. When granted easy access to the outside world with a cat flap, your precious cat has a far better chance of staying healthy and strong. If you elect to go with the cat flap option, your next decision will be what is the best type of cat flap for you.

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A cat flap at its most basic is merely that. A piece of flexible material hung over a hole in a doorway to permit a cat to pass through, but keep the elements out. The majority of Long Ashton cat owners would doubtless favour something a bit more secure and weatherproof for an outside door to their property, although this might be appropriate for a garden fence panel or outhouse door.

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This uncomplicated design is still a long way off being perfect since it allows other cats or creatures to enter your house, nevertheless it can be improved on a little with the addition of magnetic strips to hold the flap in position.

A step up from the magnetic strip style are RF chip or infra-red, magnetically operated cat flaps. This involves your cat wearing a collar which has either an IR, RF chip or magnet encased in it. Unless an animal is fitted with one of these special collars, it will be unable to trigger the flap and leave or get into your home, hence avoiding some undesirable visitors. Again this is a fairly basic form of cat flap, since any other moggy in the neighbourhood that has a similar collar can easily gain access to your property. An upgrade to this equipment is a RF cat flap/collar system which offers a unique identifier that can be programmed by the user. This ensures that only your feline friend gains access, providing an additional layer of control and security.

Choosing a cat flap which can identify your cat's microchip, is the next level in access gadgets for felines in Long Ashton. You need to enter the details of your cat's micro-chip into the cat flap's memory (which is powered by batteries), and if you've got several cats it will accept multiple entries. Entry and exit can only be achieved by microchipped pets, and the flap is unfastened when you cat is close by.

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The ability to lock it in place is vital no matter what cat flap you're buying. For added security, the majority of cat flaps feature a 4-way locking system these days. This makes it possible for your cat flap to permit only exit from your home, be locked fully, permit only entrance into your home, or have 2-way entry and exit capability. This provides complete control over the functioning of your cat flap both throughout the day and during the night. The facility to perform specific functions in accordance with the time of day, and in line with your cat's and your needs is also a possibility with some of the high end models of cat flap.

If you've got a timber door in your home in Long Ashton, installing you own cat flap shouldn't be that hard. But, if you're looking to install it in a double glazed window or in a reinforced PVC door, you ought to seek outside help. These situations require the expertise and skills of a specialist cat flap fitter or carpenter, who will have the knowledge and tools for this sort of installation.

INSTALLING A CAT FLAP IN LONG ASHTON

Double Glazing Installation - If you happen to employ somebody who tries to drill a hole in your double glazing to install your cat flap, stop them immediately and request that they leave. A new cat flap can not be installed into an existing double glazing door panel or window pane. Any sort of double glazing will be ruined by cutting into it, and will detract from its thermal attributes, security and strength. The double glazing will be made unsafe, and it shouldn't be done in any circumstances.

It will be necessary to obtain a new double glazed panel made especially for this purpose by a glazing firm, and your chosen Long Ashton cat flap fitter will measure your current unit and order the new one. To ensure that your cat flap can be nicely installed into it, this new glazed panel will be provided with a hole pre-cut as part of its construction. You might have a 1 or 2 week waiting period for this to be made, but if you need a cat flap fitted into a pre-existing double glazed or patio door, this is basically the only way to do it. Once you've acquired your new adapted glass pane, the old unit can be removed and the new panel fitted. The cat flap will then be mounted.

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External Wooden Doors - Wooden door panels are, as mentioned above, the simplest options for installing a new cat flap in Long Ashton. It is normally advisable to bring in a competent handyman or cat flap fitter, if you are at all uncertain about cutting a hole in your door. A project like this should not be expensive and will give you the assurance of knowing that your cat will be using an expertly fitted flap.

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uPVC Door Panels - uPVC doors can be installed with a cat flap. You'll need to ascertain what the internal construction of you door is, because for added security certain uPVC door panels are manufactured with a reinforced steel lining. A one piece door panel enables simpler installation, so if you've got a slatted type uPVC door panel, it might be more cost effective to replace the panel with a single panel type.

Wall Installation - If you don't really want to have a hole cut into your doors, either for aesthetic or safety reasons, you can opt for a cat flap to be installed within an exterior wall. A wall cat flap entrance calls for a bit more equipment and skill to install, therefore it's definitely better left to a specialist. You'll find there are a couple of choices for this installation, including a straight-through tunnel design, or a right angled (through pillar) configuration. With this type of installation a metal or plastic, open ended square insert is fitted into a square shaped hole made into your selected wall. The cat flap you have chosen is then attached at both ends to enable your cat to come and go as it wishes.

Replacing Your Existing Cat Flap in Long Ashton - If you already have a cat flap fitted on your window, wall or door, but it's broken or not working properly, the current hole can, with luck, be re-used for the installation of a replacement. A trustworthy cat flap fitter in Long Ashton will be able to remove the old,unwanted cat flap, and fix a brand new one in its place without causing damage to the wall, door or window.

Before installing a new flap in double glazing that's been pre-cut, making certain that the current glass has been fabricated, cut and installed accurately is essential. If it is found this is not the case, and corners were cut in the original installation, the pane will need to be taken out and replaced with a new one to avoid any safety and security problems.

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There are plenty of specialist cat flap fitters, handymen and even double glazing suppliers in the Long Ashton area, that offer cat flap installation onto whatever door or fabrication you need. There are a variety of ways to find a reputable cat flap installer, and few are more effective than asking for recommendations from relatives and friends. If they're willing to recommend somebody who they've used themselves, you can be certain that you will be happy as well.

If you cannot find a cat flap installer through personal recommendation, always obtain three or four different quotations before coming to a decision, and don't forget that the cheapest is often not the best. See if you can get written warranties for the standard of their workmanship, so if things do go amiss you have some recourse.

If you take care and pick a trustworthy Long Ashton cat flap fitter you'll be rewarded with a good quality product, which is professionally installed, and will give excellent service to you and your cat for many years to come. And at the end of the day - quality is key.

THE CONVENIENCE OF CAT FLAPS

Cat flaps offer numerous benefits for both owners and their cats:

  1. Enhanced Security: Locking mechanisms in many cat flaps enable homeowners to control entry, permitting only particular cats while excluding unwanted visitors. This characteristic strengthens the security of the home by prohibiting the entry of strays and potential dangers.
  2. Reduced Stress: The installation of a cat flap means you no longer have to constantly monitor and open the door for your cat, easing stress for both of you, as your pet can leave and return without needing your aid.
  3. Convenience for Owners: No longer do owners need to disrupt their daily activities to accommodate their cats' coming and going. This is particularly beneficial for individuals with hectic lifestyles or unpredictable schedules.
  4. Independence for Cats: Cat flaps offer cats, inherently independent, the opportunity to explore, exercise, and satisfy their curiosity as they wish, which can result in increased happiness and health.
  5. Better Control: Programmable advanced cat flaps, capable of being synced with your cat's microchip or a tailored collar tag, ensure that only your cat operates the flap, offering you absolute control of their movements in and out.
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Cat flaps can be installed in Long Ashton and also in: Bedminster Down, Lower Failand, Barrow Gurney, Highridge, Dundry, Bishopsworth, Flax Bourton, Abbots Leigh, Farleigh, Ashton Gate, Tyntesfield, Potters Hill, Yanley, Failand, together with these postcodes BS41 9HN, , BS41 9BU, BS41 9EX, BS41 9DQ, BS41 9EA, BS41 9LU, BS41 9ND, BS41 9BE, and BS41 9DU. Locally based Long Ashton cat flap installers will most likely have the telephone code 01275 and the postcode BS41. Checking this should guarantee that you're accessing a locally based cat flat fitter. Residents in the surrounding areas will be able to benefit from these and lots of other comparable services. Just click the "Quote" banner to obtain cat flap installation estimates.

Cat Flap Weatherproofing

Installing a cat flap in one's home provides pets with the freedom to move about, yet it also introduces the challenge of preserving energy efficiency and ensuring weatherproofing. The comfort of pets and property owners alike must be protected by a solution that combats the damp and cold, given the UK's varied climate. To prevent draughts and moisture from entering the home, cat flaps equipped with insulating materials and magnetic seals are vital, designed specifically with weatherproofing in mind.

For effective weatherproofing of a cat flap, both the choice of product and the quality of installation are of paramount importance. The effectiveness of the cat flap against harsh weather conditions can be markedly improved by ensuring proper sealing with waterproof sealants and insulating materials. In addition, brush seals are equipped on some cat flaps, further diminishing the entry of cold air and rain, thus preserving a cosy indoor atmosphere while still allowing pets unfettered access.

Pet owners in Long Ashton who are seeking to unify convenience with energy efficiency would do well to invest in a high-quality, weatherproof cat flap. The benefits of a home that is warm, dry, energy-efficient, and pet-friendly are within reach for property owners who ensure they choose a model built for the UK’s climate and that it is installed correctly. The approach serves to not only improve the cat's quality of life but also to contribute towards the reduction of energy costs in the future. (25068 - Cat Flap Weatherproofing Long Ashton)

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Long Ashton Cat Flap Installation Tasks

There is a variety of work that can be conducted by your local Long Ashton cat flap installer including the fitting of microchip cat flaps into French doors, the installation of microchip cat flaps into conservatories, magnetic cat flap installation, cat flaps in uPVC doors, cat flap installation quotations, infrared cat flaps Long Ashton, cat flap installation in doors Long Ashton, cat flap upgrades Long Ashton, large cat flaps, infrared cat flap installation, microchip cat flap installation, electronic cat flaps Long Ashton, cat flap installation in wooden doors Long Ashton, Petsafe cat flap installation in Long Ashton, automatic cat flap installations, cat flap repairs, the installation of magnetic cat flaps into uPVC doors, cat flap replacement, 2-way cat flap installation, Staywell cat flap installations, the installation of magnetic cat flaps into wooden doors, pet flap installation, dog flap installation, cat flap installation in walls, cat flaps in patio doors in Long Ashton, and lots more. If there are additional Long Ashton cat flap requirements that you want but don't see here, you should mention them on the QUOTE FORM provided. These are just an example of the duties that are handled by those installing cat flaps. Long Ashton professionals will be delighted to keep you abreast of their full range of services.

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Also find: Tyntesfield cat flap fitters, Potters Hill cat flap fitters, Barrow Gurney cat flap fitters, Flax Bourton cat flap fitters, Abbots Leigh cat flap fitters, Highridge cat flap fitters, Failand cat flap fitters, Lower Failand cat flap fitters, Yanley cat flap fitters, Farleigh cat flap fitters, Ashton Gate cat flap fitters, Bishopsworth cat flap fitters, Bedminster Down cat flap fitters, Dundry cat flap fitters and more. Professionals who install cat flaps can be found in pretty much all of these places. When it concerns the secure and correct fitting of your cat flap on your home, their expertise and knowledge is vital. With a cat flap installed by a professional, you can be sure that it serves your pet's needs and is in keeping with your home's design and safety considerations. Local cat owners can get cat flap installation quotations by going here. Therefore, there's no reason not to get started on your cat flap installation straight away!

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