Cat Flap Fitter Martlesham

Cat Flap Fitter Martlesham Suffolk (IP12): A simple way to give your cat more independence and enrich it's overally quality of life is to fit a cat flap on an exterior door or wall of your home in Martlesham. Cats are just like people in a lot of ways, and will frequently show signs of anxiety and frustration if kept inside for long periods of time without a break. Having a cat that's both mentally and physically fit, is one of the main positive aspects of allowing your pet easy access to world outside by way of a cat flap. So, you are sold on the idea, but precisely what is perfect type of cat flap for your pet?

A cat flap at its most basic is merely that. A hole is cut into an external door and a flexible material is fixed over the gap to offer protection from the elements. Though this might be suitable in an outhouse door or garden fence panel, the vast majority of cat owners in Martlesham would doubtless favour something a tad more weatherproof and secure for an exterior door to their property.

Because this option will allow other creatures or cats to enter your property, it is not at all ideal, although it can be enhanced a bit by keeping the flap in place by adding a magnetic strip.

A step up from the magnetic strip style are infra-red or RF chip, magnetically controlled cat flaps. With these, either an RF chip, IR or magnet will be fitted into your cat's collar. What this means is that any animal that doesn't have a special collar cannot leave or get into your house. The drawback here is that any other cat in the neighbourhood who's got a similar collar can easily access your house with this type of cat flap installed. An upgrade to this device is an RF cat flap and collar system which contains a unique identifier that can be programmed by the pet's owner.

The next level in feline entrance security is to fit the type of cat flap which can be triggered by your pet's micro-chip. 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. The flap will be unlocked anytime your cat is in close proximity, only allowing exit or entry to animals that are microchipped.

No matter what cat flap you buy, it should be capable of being locked in place. For added security, the majority of cat flaps boast a 4-way locking system these days. Which means it's got the capability to be fully locked, permit exit only, permit only entrance into your house, or be put in two way exit and entry mode. This provides full control over the operation of your cat flap both during the day and throughout the night time. Some more advanced devices can be set to carry out different functions according to the time of day, based on your pet's and your requirements.

If you're pretty good at do-it-yourself, installing a cat flap should not be all that difficult, as long as you've got a timber door on your property in Martlesham. Not in any circumstances should you attempt to fit a cat flap in a reinforced PVC door or in a double glazed window. This type of installation calls for the attention of a professional, and there are specialist cat flap installers and talented odd job men who'll be happy to undertake such a task.

INSTALLING A CAT FLAP IN MARTLESHAM

Double Glazing Installations - If you call in a so-called "tradesman" who, while trying to fit your cat flap, attempts to drill a hole in a double glazed panel, immediately send them on their way. It isn't possible to install a new cat flap into a double glazed window pane or door panel. Any type of double glazed unit will be ruined by drilling a hole in it, and will diminish its insulating attributes, strength and security. It should under no circumstances be attempted and will render the double glazing unsound.

A reputable Martlesham cat flap installer will diligently take the measurements of your current panel and order a ready prepared one from a local glazing firm. As a part of its construction this new double glazing unit will have a hole pre-cut, which your cat flap can be installed perfectly into. This might take one or two weeks to produce, however it's the only way to fit a cat flap in an existing double glazed or patio door. Once your new panel of glass arrives, the fitter will take out the old one, and replace it with the new "cat flap ready" pane. The cat flap will then be mounted.

External Wooden Doors - Solid wooden doors are, as stated previously, the easiest options for cat flap installation in Martlesham. If you're a little nervous about creating a sizeable hole in your back or front door, you may be better off bringing in a specialist handyman or cat flap fitter instead. This kind of task will not be all that expensive and is well worth doing properly, if having your cat flap installed by a professional gives you that added peace of mind.

uPVC Door Panels - Cat flaps can be installed into uPVC doors in most cases. However, some uPVC doors are steel lined for added security, which can cause some issues. A one-piece door panel allows for easier installation, so if you have a uPVC door that is slatted, it might be cheaper to replace the panel with a single pane type.

Wall Installation - If you do not really want to have a hole cut in your doors, either for security or aesthetic reasons, you can opt for a cat flap to be installed in an exterior wall. Requiring far more equipment and skill, a wall cat flap installation is definitely best left to a specialist, if it is to be accomplished correctly. Almost all wall cat flap installations are a basic straight tunnelled style, however right angle access through a pillar can also be achieved. With this kind of installation a metal or plastic, open ended square insert is fitted into a square shaped hole neatly cut out of your wall. A cat flap of your choice can then be attached at either end to allow your cat to exit and enter as it wishes.

Replacing an Existing Cat Flap in Martlesham - If your window, door or wall already has a cat flap fitted, but it has stopped working, or is damaged, it is possible to mount a replacement over the current cavity. Your cat flap fitter should be able to remove the unwanted cat flap, without harming the surrounding door, wall or window, and install a new flap for your cat.

If the substitute cat flap is to be mounted into a pre-cut hole in a double glazed panel, you must make sure that the existing glass has been manufactured and installed correctly. If it becomes obvious this is not the case, and the previous owners have cut corners to install their cat flap, the glass unit will have to be removed and replaced to avoid any safety and security issues.

FINDING A CAT FLAP INSTALLER IN MARTLESHAM

There are a number of different handyman contractors, professional cat flap fitters and even local glazing firms in the Martlesham area, that offer cat flap installation thru whatever door or fabrication you require. There is no better procedure for locating a reliable cat flap fitter than by asking friends and family for recommendations. You can be sure that if they've been willing to recommend someone who's completed work for them, you will get a much similar service.

Where a personal recommendation is not possible, get three or four estimates from local Martlesham tradesmen. Study these closely and never always go with the cheapest option, as this will not necessarily be the best one. Ask about any warranties or guarantees they might offer for their standard of workmanship and ensure you have it in writing, just in case something should go wrong.

An experienced cat flap installation contractor in Martlesham will provide you with a high quality product, adeptly fitted, and that will last you, and your furry friend, for a good few years.

Cat flaps can be installed in Martlesham and also in nearby places like: Waldringfield, Hemley, Culpho, Hasketon, Martlesham Heath, Newbourne, Ramsholt, Little Bealings, Playford, Great Bealings, Tuddenham, Bucklesham, Carlford, ShottishamBrightwell, Waldringfield Heath, and in these postcodes IP12 4TQ, IP5 3UT, IP12 4RH, IP5 2QH, IP5 3UE, IP12 4UE, IP13 6NU, IP12 4TA, IP12 4DP, IP5 3TZ. Local Martlesham cat flap installers will most likely have the postcode IP12 and the dialling code 01394. Verifying this will ensure you access a local cat flat fitter. Martlesham property owners will be able to utilise these and numerous other related services.

Cat Flap Weatherproofing

Weatherproofing cat flaps is an essential aspect of ensuring the well-being and comfort of indoor and outdoor cats alike. Against the elements, a well-weatherproofed cat flap serves as a crucial barrier that shields cats from rain, wind and draughts, and extreme temperatures. This protective approach has both an impact on their overall quality of life and on their safety.

Achieving weatherproofing for a cat flap requires the deliberate choice of materials and design characteristics that can withstand varying weather conditions. High-quality seals around the cat flap edges are crucial to prevent rainwater from seeping indoors, which will ensure a pleasant and dry environment. Cats' health and overall contentment can be affected by the significant discomfort caused by cold draughts. Cats can be protected from chilling draughts and ensured to remain warm by using insulating materials as part of effective weatherproofing process. (13579)

Martlesham Cat Flap Installation Tasks

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Cat Flap Installation Around Martlesham

In the past twelve months cat flaps were installed in these Martlesham streets: Bealings Road, Harvesters Way, Hilton Road, Felixstowe Road, Mayfields, The Avenue, Heather Close, Ipswich Road, Chandos Drive, Newbourne Road, Angela Close, Seckford Hall Road, The Oaks, Carol Avenue, Crane Close, Roma Avenue, The Grove, Hall Road, Copse Close, Duke's Park, Fynn Road, St Gotthards Avenue, Buckingham Close, Stable Court, Chandos Court, Lancaster Drive, Avocet Lane, Bader Court, and in these Suffolk postcodes: IP12 4TQ, IP5 3UT, IP12 4RH, IP5 2QH, IP5 3UE, IP12 4UE, IP13 6NU, IP12 4TA, IP12 4DP, IP5 3TZ. Work was conducted in these locations by an expert cat flap fitter. Martlesham property owners benefited from dependable and high quality cat flap installation services on each occasion.

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