Cat Flap Fitter Okehampton

Cat Flap Fitter Okehampton Devon (EX20): To allow your cat the independence and freedom that it needs to live a life of contentment, you could install a cat flap to an external wall or door in your Okehampton property. Cats tend to get crabby and irritated when continuously kept indoors, and not able to roam free. When allowed quick access to the great outdoors with a cat flap, your cat has a far better chance of staying healthy and fit. So, you think it's a good idea, but which is perfect sort of cat flap for your beloved pet?

The most fundamental style of cat flap, is just that. A piece of bendable material hung over a hole in a door to enable a cat to go through, but keep the elements out. While this might be acceptable for a fence panel or outhouse door, the vast majority of cat owners in Okehampton would doubtless favour something a bit more secure and weatherproof for a main door to their house.

This standard model can be slightly improved upon with a magnetic strip to hold the flap in position, but it's still far from perfect as it enables other creatures or cats a means by which to enter your house.

The next step up from the magnetic strip pattern are infra-red or RF chip, magnetically operated cat flaps. This requires your cat to use a collar which has either an IR, RF chip or magnet encased inside it. Unless an animal is fitted with one of these special collars, it won't be able to trigger the flap and get into or leave your property, thus preventing some unwanted visitors. Again this is a fairly simple kind of cat flap, as any other moggy in the Okehampton area that has a similar collar can gain access to your house. Even these cat flaps can be upgraded to a certain extent with an RF cat flap/collar system featuring an owner programmed unique identifier.

The type of cat flap that is can be recognised by your pet's micro-chip, is the next step-up in feline entry security. The number of your cat's micro-chip is programmed into the cat flap's memory (multiple entries are possible if you've got more than one cat). Whenever your cat is in close proximity to the flap, it will unlock and permit only your microchipped pets to enter or exit.

Being able to lock it in position is important regardless of what cat flap you're buying. Currently, almost all cat flaps on the market have a 4-way locking mechanism for added flexibility. This allows your cat flap to permit only exit from your home, enable only entry into your home, be locked fully, or have 2-way entry and exit functionality. This provides full control over how your cat flap works both during the day and throughout the night time. A few high end cat flaps can be programmed to perform different functions in accordance with the time of day, based on your cat's and your needs.

If you've got a wood door in your property in Okehampton, installing you own cat flap shouldn't be that hard. But, if you're hoping to install it into a reinforced PVC door or in a double glazed window, you need to seek outside help. These situations require the expertise and skills of an experienced cat flap fitter or carpenter, who will have all the knowledge and equipment for this sort of installation project.

INSTALLING CAT FLAPS IN OKEHAMPTON

Double Glazing Installations - If your new cat flap has to be mounted on a double glazing door or window panel, and your hired "tradesman" attempts to drill a hole in it, stop the work straight away and give them the boot. A new cat flap cannot be mounted into a pre-existing double glazed door panel or window pane. Making holes in your double glazing damages not only the strength and security of the panel, but it removes the insulating attributes as well. Actually, it makes the glazing unsound and it should not ever be attempted.

It is necessary to get a new double glazed panel made specially for this purpose by a glazing supplier, and your local Okehampton cat flap fitter will measure your current panel and put in an order for the new one. So the cat flap can be snugly fitted into it, this new glazed panel will be provided with a hole pre-cut as an integral part of its construction. This might take a week or so to produce, however it's basically the only way to fit a cat flap in an existing double glazed or patio door. As soon as your new pane of glass arrives, the installer will take out the old unit, and replace it with the new "cat flap ready" panel. The installation of your cat flap will then be completed.

External Wooden Doors - As previously mentioned, wood door panels are the simplest option when it comes to cat flap installation on your house in Okehampton. If you're a bit unsure about cutting an opening in your front door, you may be better off getting in touch with an experienced cat flap fitter or handyman instead. A project of this sort is relatively inexpensive and will give you the assurance of knowing that your cat has a professionally installed flap.

uPVC Door Panels - It is quite possible to install a cat flap into most uPVC doors. Nonetheless, certain uPVC door panels have a steel lining for added security, which could cause issues. A one piece panel enables easier installation, so if you have a slatted uPVC door, it may be more cost effective to replace the panel with a single panel type.

Wall Installation - It's also feasible to get a cat flap fitted into an outside wall of your property in Okehampton, if you don't want to cut chunks out of your doors, for aesthetic or safety reasons. This type of installation is definitely better left to a professional, because it requires a lot more equipment and skill to execute. There are several possibilities for this installation, including a straight through tunnel design, or a right angle (through pillar) model. Installation entails a square hole being cut through your wall, into which a metal or plastic, open ended square tube is inserted. Each end of the hole is then fitted with an appropriate cat flap so your feline friend can enter and exit your home whenever it wishes.

Replacing an Existing Cat Flap in Okehampton - If your window, door or wall is already fitted with a cat flap, but it's not working properly, or is damaged, it is entirely possible to mount a replacement over the current cavity. A reputable cat flap fitter in Okehampton will efficiently remove your old,unwanted cat flap, and fit a brand new one in its place without causing damage to the surrounding window, wall or door.

When your cat flap installation involves a pre-cut hole in a double glazed pane, it will be important to confirm that this was previously done correctly, before attaching the new flap. If you discover that this isn't the case, and corners were cut in the original installation, the glass pane will need to be removed and replaced to avoid any safety and security issues.

FINDING A CAT FLAP INSTALLER IN OKEHAMPTON

There are a number of handyman contractors, professional cat flap fitters and even local glazing suppliers in the Okehampton area, who provide cat flap installation onto whatever door or fabrication you need. It might be possible to ask friends and family for referrals when it comes to locating a first-rate cat flap installer. If they've had comparable work completed by a local Okehampton tradesman themselves, and been satisfied with the result, you can reasonably expect that they'll do a decent job for you too.

Where acquaintance recommendations are not possible, get three or four estimates from local Okehampton cat flap fitters. Study these price quotes carefully and never automatically opt for the cheapest quote, because this will often not be the best one. Enquire about any warranties or guarantees they may provide for their standard of workmanship and make sure you have it in black and white, just in case something should go amiss.

If you take care and pick a dependable Okehampton cat flap fitter you'll be repaid with a good quality product, which is professionally installed, and will give excellent service to yourself and your furry friend for many years to come. And at the end of the day - quality is the most important thing.

Cat flaps can be fitted in Okehampton and also in: Graddon Cross, Sampford Courtenay, Sourton, Coombe Head, Chichacott, Stockley Hamlet, Inwardleigh, Thorndon Cross, Bridestowe, Northlew, Folly Gate, Exbourne, Sticklepath, Belstone Corner, as well as in these postcodes EX20 1BW, EX20 1LP, EX20 1GA, EX20 1NA, EX20 1GE, EX20 1AS, EX20 1FL, EX20 1PY, EX20 1AW, EX20 1HG. Locally based Okehampton cat flap installers will most likely have the postcode EX20 and the phone code 01837. Checking this should make certain that you're accessing a locally based cat flat fitter. Okehampton homeowners can utilise these and countless other comparable services.

Cat Flap Weatherproofing

Cat flap weatherproofing holds immense importance in safeguarding the comfort and safety of indoor and outdoor cats. Both the feline and the occupants benefit from a dry and warm environment due to a well-weatherproofed cat flap, which prevents rain, cold draughts and wind from seeping into the house. A tight barrier against the elements is achieved with cat flaps that have high-quality seals and insulating materials. For shielding the entryway from harsh climatic conditions, an additional idea is to install a weatherproof tunnel extension. To maintain the cat flap's effectiveness in providing a cozy and weather-protected space for the cat, routine maintenance is essential, including checking seals for damage and deterioration. (13579)

Okehampton Cat Flap Installation Tasks

There is a variety of work that can be conducted by your local Okehampton cat flap installer including the fitting of magnetic cat flaps into double gazing, electronic cat flap installations, cat flap installation in doors, 2-way cat flap installation, microchip cat flap installation in Okehampton, cat flap installation in patio doors in Okehampton, cat flap installation in metal doors in Okehampton, the installation of infrared cat flaps into composite doors, magnetic cat flap installation, cat flap installation in wooden doors, cat flap installation services in Okehampton, cat flap repair, cat flaps in uPVC doors, the installation of cat flaps into French doors in Okehampton, cat flap installation price quotes, the fitting of electronic cat flaps into metal skinned doors Okehampton, cat flap installation in glass doors, cheap cat flaps, Petsafe cat flap installation in Okehampton, Staywell cat flap installations in Okehampton, cat flap upgrades in Okehampton, the installation of dog flaps, 4-way cat flaps Okehampton, Sureflap cat flap installations in Okehampton, cutting out for a cat flap, and more. If there are additional Okehampton cat flap requirements that you need but can't see here, you should list them on the QUOTE FORM provided. Listed are just an example of the tasks that are undertaken by people specialising in cat flaps. Okehampton companies will keep you informed about their full range of cat flap installation services.

Cat Flap Fitters Near Okehampton

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In Balmoral Crescent, Lopes Crescent, Fatherford Road, Hunters Gate, Glendale Road, Stoney Park Lane, Portugal Way, The Heathers, Broadpark, Jubilee Close, Oaklands Drive, Neville Road, Parklands, Castle Road, Barton Close, Barton Road, Mill Road, Herons Brook, Upcott Hill, High Street, Great Links Tor Road, New Road, Tappers Meadow, Holley Park, Richard Close, as well as the following local Okehampton postcodes: EX20 1BW, EX20 1LP, EX20 1GA, EX20 1NA, EX20 1GE, EX20 1AS, EX20 1FL, EX20 1PY, EX20 1AW, EX20 1HG, property owners have just recently needed cat flap installation. These areas recently saw activity by an expert cat flap fitter. Okehampton residents were given competent and high quality cat flap installation services in all cases.

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