Cat Flap Fitter Ottery St Mary

Ottery St Mary Cat Flap Installation & Repair

Cat Flap Fitter Ottery St Mary Devon (EX11): Fitting a cat flap to an external door or wall in your house in Ottery St Mary, will enable it to live a life of contentment and enjoy it's own bit of independence and freedom. When kept inside, cats much like people, will get crabby and irritated. Having a cat that's both physically and mentally fit, is one of the main benefits of giving your pet accessibility to world outside by way of a cat flap. If you opt to go down the cat flap route, your next decision will be what is the best type of cat flap for you.

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The most fundamental sort of cat flap, is simply that. A bit of bendable material fixed over a hole in a door to allow a cat to pass through it, but keep out the elements. While this might be suitable in an outhouse door or garden fence panel, most cat owners in Ottery St Mary would doubtless prefer something a bit more secure and weatherproof for an external door to their home.

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This basic model can be improved on with magnetic strips to hold the flap in position, but it is still a long way off being perfect since it enables other creatures or cats a way to enter your house.

Magnetically controlled, infra-red or RF chip designs of cat flap, are a step up from the basic magnetic strip variation. With these, either an IR, RF chip or magnet will be fitted into your cat's collar. No animal will be able to access or leave your home unless it is fitted with this special collar. The downside here is that any other moggy in the Ottery St Mary area that has a similar style of collar can still access your home when using this sort of cat flap. An improvement to this device is an RF cat flap and collar system which features a unique identifier that can be programmed by the pet's owner. Gaining access is restricted to only your furry friend, resulting in an additional layer of control and security.

The next stage in feline entrance security is to install a cat flap which identifies your pet's micro-chip. The details of your cat's micro-chip are entered into the cat flap's memory (multiple entries are possible if you have several cats). Whenever your cat comes into close vicinity of the flap, it will unlock and permit only your microchipped pets to exit or enter.

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Whatever cat flap you buy, it should have the ability to be locked in place. The majority of cat flaps sold these days boast a four way locking mechanism. This allows your cat flap to permit only exit from your home, permit admittance into your premises only, be locked fully, or have two way exit and entrance capability. This provides total control over the operation of your cat flap both during the day and throughout the night. The wherewithal to perform different functions according to the time of day, and in keeping with yours and your pet's requirements is also an option with some of the high end brands of cat flap.

If you are fairly good at DIY, fitting a cat flap should not be that difficult, as long as you have a timber door on your Ottery St Mary home. Although, if it is going to be fitted into a reinforced uPVC door or in a double glazed window, you should not even attempt to tackle it yourself. Such situations call for the expertise and skills of a reputable cat flap fitter or carpenter, who is certain to have have all the equipment and knowledge for this type of installation.

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Double Glazing Installation - If you call in a so-called "tradesman" who, while trying to fit your new cat flap, starts to drill a hole in a double glazed panel, send them packing immediately. New cat flaps can't be mounted into pre-existing double glazing window or door panels. Making a hole in the double glazing destroys not only the strength and security of the panel, but it compromises the insulating attributes too. Your double glazing will be made unsound, and it should never be done in any circumstances.

A professional cat flap installer will measure up your current double glazing unit and have a local Ottery St Mary glazing company knock up a new pane. This new glazed pane will have a hole pre-cut as part of its structure where the cat flap can be installed. This is the only way to install a cat flap in an existing double glazed or patio door, even though it might take a week or two to manufacture. After fabrication, the old glass panel can be removed, and the brand new one put in. Your cat flap will then be put in.

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External Wooden Doors - As stated earlier, wood door panels are the least complicated alternative with regards to cat flap installation on your home in Ottery St Mary. If you are somewhat nervous about creating a hole in your door, you might be better off bringing in an expert cat flap fitter or carpenter instead. This sort of project should not be expensive and will give you peace of mind that your kitty will be using a professionally fitted flap.

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uPVC Door Panels - Cat flaps can be installed into uPVC doors in many cases. You'll need to verify what the interior construction of you door actually is, since for added security some uPVC doors are manufactured with a reinforced steel lining. A one piece door panel enables simpler installation, so if you've got a slatted uPVC door, it may be less expensive to exchange this panel for a single pane type.

Wall Installation - If you do not really want to cut a hole in your doors, for security or aesthetic reasons, you could always have a cat flap installed in an outside wall. Requiring a lot more equipment and skill, a wall cat flap installment is undoubtedly better left to a professional, if it is to be accomplished successfully. There are several choices for this type of installation, including a straightforward design, or a right angled (through pillar) pattern. A square shaped hole will be made through your selected wall, into which is inserted a plastic or metal, square open ended tube. Both ends of the hole are then installed with a cat flap so your furry friend can exit and enter your house whenever it wishes.

Replacing Your Existing Cat Flap in Ottery St Mary - If you've already got a cat flap fitted on your wall, window or door, but it is damaged or not operating correctly, the existing hole can hopefully still be used for installing a new one. Your cat flap fitter will be able to take off the old cat flap, without damaging the window, door or wall, and install a brand new flap in its place for your cat.

If the substitute cat flap is to be fitted in a pre-cut hole in a double glazing pane, you must ensure that the glass has been cut and installed accurately. If it's found this isn't the case, and corners were cut in the original installation, the glass panel will have to be removed and replaced to avoid any safety and security problems.

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Whether you want your cat flap installed on a wall, door or window, you'll find that there are many different handyman contractors, specialist cat flap fitters and even local glazing merchants in the Ottery St Mary area who'll be delighted to help. There are a variety of ways to locate a decent cat flap fitter, and few compare with the option of asking neighbours and friends. You can be certain that if they've been confident enough to recommend somebody who has carried out work for them, you will probably have a similar experience.

If you can't find an installer through personal recommendation, always try to get at least three different estimates before making your final choice, and bear in mind that cheapest may not always be best. See if you can get written warranties or guarantees for the standard of their workmanship, so that if things do go amiss you've got some recourse.

If you take your time and pick a reputable Ottery St Mary cat flap specialist you'll be repaid with a good quality product, that's professionally installed, and will serve yourself and your pet for years to come. And when push comes to shove - quality is key.

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Owners and their cats reap many benefits from the installation of a cat flap:

  1. Better Control: For enhanced control, some advanced cat flaps can be programmed and synchronised with your cat's microchip or a special collar tag, ensuring that only your cat has the ability to use the flap, thereby regulating their comings and goings.
  2. Reduced Stress: By installing a cat flap, you eliminate the ongoing need to open the door for your cat, reducing stress for both you and your pet, who can then freely go in and out without your assistance.
  3. Enhanced Security: Many cat flaps feature locking systems that can be tailored to admit only certain cats, effectively barring unwanted visitors. Such a feature augments the security of a home by hindering the entrance of stray animals and possible threats.
  4. 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.
  5. Reduced Litter Box Odours: Granting your cat outdoor access for toilet purposes could lead to a decrease in litter box usage, potentially requiring less frequent cleaning and reducing odours within your property.
  6. Less Door Scratching: The frustration of waiting to be let in and out can lead to destructive scratching behaviour near doors. Cat flaps provide an alternative exit and entry point, potentially reducing this undesirable behaviour.
  7. Independence for Cats: Enabling them to venture outdoors, exercise, and fulfil their curiosity at will, cat flaps support the independent spirit of cats, promoting their health and happiness.
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Cat flaps can be installed in Ottery St Mary and also nearby in: Metcombe, Whimple, Putts Corner, Fairmile, Wiggaton, Cadhay, Rockbeare, Aller Grove, Cobden, Alfington, Sidbury, Clyst St Lawrence, Taleford, East Hill, Lancercombe, Aylesbeare, Perkin's Village, Fluxton, Feniton, West Hill, Fenny Bridges, Gosford, Higher Metcombe, Southbrook, together with these postcodes EX11 1BZ, EX11 1DJ, EX11 1AW, EX11 1AJ, EX11 1DB, EX11 1JE, EX11 1DD, EX11 1PN, EX11 1WH, and EX11 1TH. Locally based Ottery St Mary cat flap installers will most likely have the dialling code 01404 and the postcode EX11. Verifying this can ensure you're accessing a locally based cat flat fitter. Householders in the Ottery St Mary area can benefit from these and various other comparable services. By clicking on the "Quote" banner you can obtain cat flap installation price quotes from nearby providers.

Cat Flap Weatherproofing

Giving pets the freedom to come and go with a cat flap comes at the cost of tackling the issues related to energy efficiency and weatherproofing in the home. Given the UK's unpredictable weather, ensuring the comfort of pets and their owners requires a solution adept at combating cold and moisture. Preventing moisture and draughts penetration with insulating materials and magnetic seals, advanced cat flaps are key, designed specifically for weatherproofing.

For effective weatherproofing of a cat flap, both the choice of product and the quality of installation are of paramount importance. The use of insulating materials and waterproof sealants for proper sealing can considerably increase the cat flap's defence against harsh weather conditions. Moreover, some cat flaps, outfitted with brush seals, enhance the barrier against cold air and rain, thus securing a comfortable interior space without impeding the pet’s freedom of movement.

Choosing to acquire a high-quality, weatherproof cat flap is a judicious move for pet owners in Ottery St Mary looking to achieve both energy efficiency and convenience. By opting for a model that can withstand the UK's weather conditions and making sure it's properly installed, property owners are ensured a pet-friendly environment that is both warm and energy-efficient. By adopting this approach, the quality of life for the cat is improved, and, simultaneously, it helps in cutting down long-term energy costs. (84696 - Cat Flap Weatherproofing Ottery St Mary)

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There are a number of different tasks that can be conducted by your local Ottery St Mary cat flap installer including magnetic cat flap installation in Ottery St Mary, 2-way cat flap installation, cat flap installation in doors Ottery St Mary, cat flaps in uPVC doors, large cat flaps, Catmate cat flap installations, the fitting of cat flaps into conservatories, cat flap upgrades in Ottery St Mary, the installation of electronic cat flaps into patio doors, cat flap installation price quotes, cat flaps in metal doors in Ottery St Mary, cat flap removal in Ottery St Mary, the fitting of microchip cat flaps into double gazing, cat flap repair, the installation of microchip cat flaps into wooden doors, the fitting of electronic cat flaps into metal skinned doors, small cat flaps Ottery St Mary, cat flap installation services, the fitting of cat flaps into uPVC doors, cutting out for a cat flap, cat flap replacement, conservatory cat flap installation, dog flap installations Ottery St Mary, cat flaps in patio doors, Petsafe cat flap installations Ottery St Mary, and lots more. If there happen to be additional Ottery St Mary cat flap requirements that you need but cannot see here, you can easily list them on the QUOTE FORM provided. These are just a selection of the activities that are conducted by those specialising in cat flaps. Ottery St Mary specialists will keep you informed about their full range of services.

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Also find: Southbrook cat flap fitters, Sidbury cat flap fitters, Cobden cat flap fitters, West Hill cat flap fitters, Metcombe cat flap fitters, Whimple cat flap fitters, Feniton cat flap fitters, Rockbeare cat flap fitters, Taleford cat flap fitters, Cadhay cat flap fitters, Aylesbeare cat flap fitters, Aller Grove cat flap fitters, Higher Metcombe cat flap fitters, Lancercombe cat flap fitters, Alfington cat flap fitters, Putts Corner cat flap fitters, Fenny Bridges cat flap fitters, Fluxton cat flap fitters, Gosford cat flap fitters, Clyst St Lawrence cat flap fitters, East Hill cat flap fitters, Fairmile cat flap fitters, Wiggaton cat flap fitters, Perkin's Village cat flap fitters and more. These and other locations are catered for by cat flap fitters and related tradesmen. Their valuable skill and expertise comes into play when ensuring the correct and secure fitting of your cat flap on your property. A cat flap installed by a professional will not only fulfil your pet's needs but also suit the safety and aesthetic specifications of your home. Local cat lovers can obtain cat flap installation estimates by clicking here.

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