Cat Flap Fitter Westgate-on-Sea Kent (CT8): Fitting a cat flap to an outside wall or door in your property in Westgate-on-Sea, will allow it to live a happy life and enjoy it's own little bit of freedom and independence. Cats are quite like humans in a lot of ways, and will often start to show signs of frustration and irritability if kept inside for lengthy periods of time. When your precious cat is allowed instant access to the world outside by means of a cat flap, there is a much better likelihood of it staying both mentally and physically fit and healthy. If this seems like a good idea to you, what type of cat flap should you fit?
Essentially, a cat flap at its most fundamental is just that. A hole is cut in an outside door and a flexible material is hung over it to offer some protection from the weather. Most Westgate-on-Sea cat owners would no doubt prefer something a little more secure and weatherproof for an outside door to their property, although this might be okay for a shed or outhouse door.
This standard model is still far from perfect as it allows other animals or cats a means by which to enter your house, nonetheless it can be marginally improved on with the addition of a magnetic strip to hold the flap in place.
Moving on from a basic magnetic strip are magnetically operated, infra-red or RF chip variations of cat flap. With this kind of cat flap, your cat must wear a collar fitted with an IR, RF chip or magnet. This means that any animal that does not have a special collar cannot access or leave your property. Once again this is a relatively simple form of cat flap, as any other cat in the area who's got a similar collar may be able to get into your house. An enhancement to this product is an RF cat flap/collar system which offers a unique identifier which can be programmed by the pet's owner.
The type of cat flap that is can be operated by your pet's microchip, is the next step-up in Westgate-on-Sea feline entry security. You have to enter the details of your cat's micro-chip into the cat flap's memory (which is powered by batteries), and if you have more than one cat it will allow multiple entries. The flap is unfastened when your cat is in close proximity, only permitting entry or exit to pets that have a microchip.
Whatever cat flap you purchase, it must have the ability to be locked in position. Most cat flaps sold these days feature a four way locking system. This means that the cat flap can enable only access into your property, be fully locked, permit only exit from your home, or be set for two way entry and exit. This provides total control over the functioning of your cat flap both during the day and throughout the night time. Some of the higher end cat flaps can be set to carry out specific functions in accordance with the time of day, in line with your cat's and your needs.
If you're fairly good at do-it-yourself, putting in a cat flap should not be too difficult, as long as you've got a wooden door on your home in Westgate-on-Sea. But, if you're intending to install it in a reinforced PVC door or in a double glazed window, you need to seek outside assistance. These kinds of fixtures require a professional installation from a dependable cat flap installer or carpenter with the appropriate equipment and skills.
INSTALLING A CAT FLAP IN WESTGATE-ON-SEA
Double Glazing Installations - If your new cat flap has to be installed in a double glazed door or window panel, and your hired "tradesman" tries to drill a hole in it, stop the job straight away and give them their marching orders. It is simply not possible to mount a new cat flap into a double glazing window pane or door panel. Drilling or cutting into any type of double glazing will destroy its strength and security, along with its insulation attributes. It should in no circumstances be attempted and renders the double glazing unsound.
It is necessary to get a new double glazed unit made specially for this purpose by a glazing supplier, and your local Westgate-on-Sea cat flap fitter will measure your existing pane and put in an order for a brand new one. So the cat flap can be nicely fitted into it, this new double glazing panel will arrive with a hole pre-cut as a part of its structure. This is basically the only way to install a cat flap into an existing double glazed or patio door, although it can take a couple of weeks to manufacture. Once your new glass pane shows up, the fitter will remove the old one, and exchange it for the brand new "cat flap ready" one. The installing of your cat flap can then be carried out.
External Wooden Doors - As mentioned previously, wooden door panels are the easiest alternative when it comes to installing a new cat flap on your house in Westgate-on-Sea. It is normally safer to hire the services of a competent carpenter or cat flap fitter, if you are unsure about making a big hole in your front door. This kind of task won't be too expensive and is well worth doing correctly, if having your cat flap expertly installed gives you that added reassurance.
uPVC Door Panels - Cat flaps can be mounted into uPVC doors in many instances. You will need to determine what the interior construction of you door is, because for additional security some uPVC doors are manufactured with a galvanised steel lining. A one piece panel allows for easier installation, so if you've got a uPVC door that is slatted, it may be cheaper to replace the panel with a single panel style.
Wall Installation - It's also a possibility to have a cat flap installed on an outside wall of your house in Westgate-on-Sea, if you do not want to have a hole cut in one of your doors, either for security or aesthetic reasons. This form of installment is definitely best left to an expert, as it calls for considerably more equipment and skill to accomplish. Nearly all wall cat flap installations are a simple straight tunnelled style, but right angular access through a pillar is also possible. With this kind of installation a plastic or metal, square open ended tube is inserted into a square shaped hole neatly made into your specified wall. Both ends of the hole are then installed with a cat flap so your cat can get in and out of the house whenever it wants.
Replacing an Existing Cat Flap in Westgate-on-Sea - If you already have a cat flap fitted on your door, wall or window, but it is damaged or not working correctly, the existing hole can hopefully still be used for installing a replacement. You local cat flap installer will remove the old cat flap, without harming the wall, window or door, and install a new flap in its place for your cat.
If the replacement cat flap is to be installed in a pre-cut hole in a double glazed pane, you must ensure that the existing glass has been made, cut and installed correctly. If you discover this isn't the case, and the previous owners have cut corners to install their cat flap, the pane must be removed and replaced with a new one to avoid any security and safety issues.
FINDING A CAT FLAP INSTALLER IN WESTGATE-ON-SEA
In and around Westgate-on-Sea there are several handymen, professional cat flap fitters and even glazing firms who offer cat flap installation services in windows, doors or walls. There is no better strategy for finding a reliable cat flap installer than by asking neighbours and friends for referrals. If they are prepared to recommend an individual who they've used, you can be sure that you'll be happy as well.
Where a personal recommendation isn't possible, get at least three estimates from local Westgate-on-Sea cat flap installers. Study these closely and do not always choose the cheapest option, as this won't necessarily be the best one. Ask about any guarantees they might provide for their standard of workmanship and make certain you have it in black and white, just in case something happens to go awry.
A professional cat flap installer in Westgate-on-Sea will provide you with a high quality product, skillfully fitted, and that will last you, and your pussy-cat, for a good few years.
Cat flaps can be fitted in Westgate-on-Sea and also in: Manston, St Nicholas-at-Wade, Birchington, Acol, Reculver, Marshside, Broomfield, Monkton, Cliftonville, Westwood, Garlinge, Cliffs End, St Peters, Minster, together with these postcodes CT8 8NX, CT8 8NL, CT8 8DS, CT8 8RL, CT8 8QJ, CT8 8PD, CT8 8HP, CT8 8QD, CT8 8QU, CT8 8DG. Local Westgate-on-Sea cat flap installers will probably have the postcode CT8 and the dialling code 01843. Checking this can ensure that you're accessing a local cat flat fitter. Westgate-on-Sea homeowners will be able to utilise these and numerous other similar services.
Cat Flap Enquiries Kent
The latest Kent cat flap installation projects: Ida and Charles Linley recently enquired about the possibility of installing a locking cat flap in a glass door in a cottage in Densole, Kent. Paris and Craig Mcfarlane recently enquired about the possibility of installing an infrared cat flap in a hardwood back door in a detached house in Elham, Kent. Mr and Mrs Merritt recently requested a quotation for installing an infrared cat flap in a patio front door in a cottage in Stanhope. Angus Marshall in Chart Sutton needed to get a 2-way cat flap installed in a glass back door. Mayson Perkins was searching for somebody who can fit a cat flap in Barham, Kent. Libby Burnett in Hollingbourne was looking for somebody who could install an infrared cat flap in a patio back door in her semi-detached house. Evie-Grace Swales and Lewis Swales recently asked for a quotation for installing a locking cat flap in a hardwood door in Sundridge. Zayyan Mccartney was searching for a cat flap fitter near Capel. These people conducted a search for "cat flap fitter Kent" and noticed this webpage on either Google, Yahoo or Bing.
Westgate-on-Sea Cat Flap Installation Tasks
There are a wide array of tasks that can be conducted by your local Westgate-on-Sea cat flap fitter including magnetic cat flap installation, microchip cat flaps Westgate-on-Sea, cat flap upgrades in Westgate-on-Sea, microchip cat flap installation, the installation of magnetic cat flaps into porches Westgate-on-Sea, the installation of magnetic cat flaps into metal skinned doors, the installation of cat flaps into French doors, Staywell cat flap installations, cat flaps in double glazed doors in Westgate-on-Sea, small cat flaps Westgate-on-Sea, cat flap installation in walls Westgate-on-Sea, replacement cat flaps, electronic cat flap installations, cat flap installation services, cat flap replacement in Westgate-on-Sea, pet flap installations, Petsafe cat flap installations Westgate-on-Sea, cat flap installation in glass doors, the fitting of cat flaps into composite doors, 2-way cat flap installation, cat flap installation in doors Westgate-on-Sea, cat flap installation in wooden doors, the fitting of microchip cat flaps into double gazing, cat flaps in uPVC doors in Westgate-on-Sea, 2-way cat flaps Westgate-on-Sea, and more. If there are different Westgate-on-Sea cat flap requirements that you want but don't see here, you can mention them on the QUOTE FORM provided. Listed are just a small portion of the activities that are accomplished by those installing cat flaps. Westgate-on-Sea contractors will be delighted to keep you abreast of their full range of cat flap installation services.
Cat Flap Fitters Near Westgate-on-Sea
Also find: St Nicholas-at-Wade cat flap fitters, Westwood cat flap fitters, Reculver cat flap fitters, Cliffs End cat flap fitters, Minster cat flap fitters, Birchington cat flap fitters, Manston cat flap fitters, St Peters cat flap fitters, Garlinge cat flap fitters, Acol cat flap fitters, Cliftonville cat flap fitters, Broomfield cat flap fitters, Monkton cat flap fitters, Marshside cat flap installation services and more. All of these locations are covered by cat flap fitters. Westgate-on-Sea householders can get cat flap installation price quotes by clicking here.
Cat Flap Services Westgate-on-Sea
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Cat Flap Installation Around Westgate-on-Sea
In the last 12 months cat flaps have been installed in the following Westgate-on-Sea streets: College Gardens, Cliff Field, St Benet's Road, Crofton Road, Thanet Road, Saxon Road, Castle Mayne Avenue, Chilham Avenue, St Crispin's Road, Canterbury Road Westgate, Collingwood Close, Richborough Road, Guildford Avenue, Sea Road, Charing Crescent, Gordon Grove, Ryder's Avenue, Redhill Road, Reculvers Road, Dudley Avenue, Golden Close, Hockeredge Gardens, Ethelbert Square, Cambourne Avenue, Egbert Road, St Clement's Road, Edith Road, Conifer Court, Wellington Road, and in these Kent postcodes: CT8 8NX, CT8 8NL, CT8 8DS, CT8 8RL, CT8 8QJ, CT8 8PD, CT8 8HP, CT8 8QD, CT8 8QU, CT8 8DG. Work was achieved in these locations by an expert cat flap fitter. Westgate-on-Sea home and property owners enjoyed reliable and high quality cat flap installation services in all cases.
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