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A back door that has a cat flap fitted allows your pet to come and go according to its own schedule. This lets your cat be as free as it likes while keeping out rogue cats. It will also give you peace of mind. You can make the process easier by hiring a skilled tradesperson. They will be capable of navigating the challenges of fitting a cat flap to various types of walls and doors. Peace of Mind Installing an animal door is a great way to provide your cat all the freedom and autonomy they've always wanted. There are numerous benefits to this, including the fact that it will make them more comfortable and healthier. To remain fit, cats need to be outdoors daily. Being able to access the outdoors can encourage them to spend more time outside. However, you must be careful to ensure that your cat does not wander off into dangerous or dangerous areas. If you can, set the door far from the main entrance to your home. Try luring your cat to treats if they are reluctant to use the flap. This will help create a positive relationship with the door, and may encourage them to start using it frequently. However, you must not scold or terrorize your cat, as this will create anxiety around the door, which could cause them to avoid using it again. Transparent cat flaps are a great option for cats who like to see the other side prior to going through. Alternately, you could try adding your cat's scent onto the flap or wiping it down with an item that smells familiar to them. By adding their own scent, they can feel more at ease and confident in the new flap. A cat flap on the back of a door can be used to keep your pet away from the home when you are at work or asleep. This will help prevent unwanted pests and even burglars from entering your home through the cat flap. Some cat flaps are designed to work with RFID collar tags or microchips to offer added security. This means that only your registered pets are able to enter and exit the house, eliminating the risk of other animals or humans gaining entry. If you want the peace of mind of this extra layer of security, it's worth taking a look at a fully-fitted pet entrance or a supply only option that can be installed inside your composite or uPVC door by yourself. Safety Cat flaps are a convenient method for your pet to go and come whenever they want without needing to open the doors. You can also monitor your cat to ensure that rogue animals aren't causing injury or illness. If you're worried about the safety of your cat you can use an RFID collar or microchip flap that only allows your cat inside. This will keep your neighbors' cats or strays from entering your home, and it helps to keep your indoor temperature stable by keeping outdoor temperatures at bay. Many people are worried about their pets being hurt by intruders trying to enter through the cat flap. This is a valid concern, as it is the weakest part of a back entrance and should always be treated with a certain degree of suspicion. However there are ways you can prevent this from happening. For instance, you can, place motion-activated lighting around your cat flap in order to warn anyone who tries to gain access to it. This will scare them away and discourage them from trying to break into your home. Another method of keeping intruders out is by adding a 'Cat Sign' to your door, which will tell them that there is a cat in the house and will encourage them to stay out of the way. This is a simple and affordable way to increase the security of your cat's flap and it's effective. If you have a back door with glass patio doors, it's possible to put the cat flap. While this is more difficult than putting one in an existing wooden or uPVC door, it's still a viable option for some homeowners. The process is similar to installing a standard door, but it is advisable to speak with an experienced glazier who can make sure that the glass pane is sturdy enough to withstand the added stress. Once the door is cut to size, it is time to mount your cat flap. First, you'll need to mark the screw holes in the door with a pencil and then align the cat flap's hole with the marks. Drill the screws into the designated areas on the cat flap. You should finish by adding an application of paint to the edges of the hole to protect them from water damage and rotting. Security The peace of mind that comes with a back door with cat flaps in your Ipswich home is invaluable. There is no need to worry about your cat wandering off or being trapped outdoors at the night. You can also enjoy more time on the couch with your cat because you don't have to get up to open the door. You can gain peace of mind by adding a lockable flap to your cat flap. This allows you to control who enters and when. This option is easily added to your existing cat flap and lets you close it at night to keep other pets from entering the home and also stop rogue cats from coming in! You'll need to choose the cat flap that is best suited to your pet, and then decide the location where it will be placed. The options range from simple manual flaps to microchip-enabled cat flaps that can be programmed to recognise your pet's collar key or embedded microchip. We can help you choose the ideal solution for your budget and needs taking into consideration the size of your pet and the features that you may want. After you've chosen the type of cat flap you want and the location where you'd like to install it, we can measure your door and uPVC or composite door panels and cut it to the right size for the cat flap. If you have a toughened safety glass patio door, we'll be able to supply and install the replacement panel with the cat flap built-in. Installing a cat flap on the wall is more complicated, based on the kind of wall you have and requires careful planning since you'll need to make sure that there are no electrical cables or pipes (water, gas waste, gas) traverse the area where you're cutting. It is recommended that you install a cat flap on your door or patio door instead of the wall. This is less intrusive, and require less modifications. It's important to allow your cat to become accustomed to the new cat flap. It's best to place it close to their food is a good idea since they'll naturally be curious and will explore it, allowing them to get used to going through it and out of it. You can even use treats or family members on the opposite side to help them go through the cat flap and make it a normal part of their daily routine. Customisation You can let your cat wander freely around the yard or in the house by installing an animal flap on the back door. This will save you time and energy as you don't have to open the door each time your cat needs to go to go in or out. It allows your cat to explore its surroundings and receive the exercise they require to stay healthy. Based on your personal preferences There are a variety of cat flaps to suit all lifestyles and budgets. Some of the more expensive flaps are microchipped so that they only allow access to your pet some flaps are designed for wall mounting. Fitting cat flap fitting is easy and shouldn't take more than two hours. The instructions that came with your cat flap will guide you. However there are a few necessary tools that are required to complete the job. This includes tape measure, a decent pencil and a spirit level and a drill or jigsaw. Wear an air mask and cut carefully to avoid breathing harmful particles. Mark the door with the width of the gap where you'd like to use as a cat flap. Make sure that the gap is straight, even and not too small or big. Once you're ready for installing the flap, push it against the hole and use a spirit level to ensure that it's positioned correctly. If you are not confident about making any changes to your composite door, it's best to consult with the manufacturer. They are designed to be secure and weatherproof, so making a mistake can cause damage to the door and cause leaks and other problems. It is also a good idea to consult a professional before attempting to fit the cat flap on a uPVC door, as doing so can invalidate the warranty and cause draughts.