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It can be difficult to put up the flap for your cat, but with the right guidelines, it's not all that difficult. Firstly, determine how high you would like the flap to be (on average the belly height). Note this on your door and use the included template as a guide when drilling.

If you have a kitten who is still a baby, gently prop the door slightly open and invite it to pass through. Reward the kitten as it moves through.

Measure the Door

A cat flap allows your pet to enter and exit your home at its convenience. This will help keep your cat in good health by ensuring that it is getting exercise as well as being able to come back in if it is trapped outside in bad weather, particularly in winter. It can also cut down on the amount of time you'll have to allow it out or in. It will also help keep your home safe by allowing you to be aware of when it went out.

However, it is essential that the flap on your cat is properly fitted to stop your pet from being able to escape through it or be pushed through by other animals (e.g. dogs). You should determine the height of your pet's belly as well as the size of the doorway at your home to make sure the flap is at the correct height. If your cat is longer or taller than the average, you can alter the flap's position by moving it up or down by a tiny amount.

The next step is to use a spirit level to mark the centre of the door, where you will put the flap. Then, using the markings as an outline, cut the contour of the flap with a Jigsaw. After cutting the flap, sand down the edges to create smooth surfaces. Make any holes that are required.

The installation of a cat flap should not take more than two hours. The process is slightly more challenging if you need to install it on the form of a uPVC door or a composite one. This is due to the fact that these doors are available in different thicknesses, which can impact the way holes are cut. This is why we recommend calling a professional to carry out the work, particularly if you have never worked with glass before.

Measure Your Cat

A cat flap will save you from hours of listening to your pet's meow for you to let it out or in. This is particularly helpful for those who work all day and your cat is in the house waiting for you to get home regardless of the weather.

It is essential to measure your cat flap installers near me's measurements first before you begin the installation. While it may seem to be a simple task, cat flap fitting it is important to measure the right way or your cat may find it very difficult to use.

First, make sure that your cat is calm before taking measurements. You'll need to hold them in a manner that they are not able to move, and ensure that the ruler or measuring tape is flat against their body, not arching in any places. Holding the ruler or measuring tape against their body from their head to the base of their tail will allow you to determine an exact measurement.

Once you've figured out the measurements of your cat, it is time to take a look at the door and decide on where to place the flap. The flap should be placed at the level of your cat's belly. This will allow them to go through the door without much effort. This will also stop the flap from making too much noise as it swings back and forth.

You must take into consideration the thickness of the uPVC or composite door as well. Although timber doors are of the same thickness, uPVC and composite doors can be very different in their overall construction and can make fitting a cat flap more difficult as you will need to make sure the hole you cut is the correct size for your pet.

It is also worth reading through the directions that come with the kit to locate a template drawing that can be used to mark the location of the hole in the door. This will enable you to determine where the hole needs to be located and make sure that the template is set properly on the door. It is also a good idea to use a spirit-level to ensure that the template is perfectly against the door.

Cut the Flap

You'll need to cut an opening in the door panel to install your cat flap prior to you can put it in place. This can be a challenging job, and it is recommended to seek out the assistance of a professional cat flap fitting service for this job if you don't have the knowledge or skills to tackle it yourself. It is also recommended that you consult the instructions that come with the cat flap kit to find out how to do it correctly.

To do this, you have to measure the height of your cat or kitten's belly and use that as an indication point. A good rule of thumb is to set the flap of your cat about 10 centimeters from the ground as this is the typical belly height for cats. This way, your cat can move through the flap comfortably and also give any other cats or curious neighbours a tough time trying to leave or enter.

Once you have determined where the cat flap should be positioned, mark this location on the door using pencil. If your kit has a template, place it over the door. Utilize the markings on the template to drill holes in each corner. You should then be able cut out the template's shape and replace it with your cat flap.

If you are installing your cat flap in the form of a door made of wood or uPVC, it is possible to do it yourself if are confident enough to use a Jigsaw. Be sure not to cut through the vertical rails or mullions of your door. You can use a jigsaw to cut the panel into a square or circle, depending on the design of your cat flap. Take your time and don't force the jigsaw into cutting faster.

Once the hole is made, carefully place the cat flap into its new home. Make sure that it is firmly secured. If the flap has screw caps put them on the protruding bolts. Once the screws have been installed smooth the edges and seal any gaps. This will stop draughts from entering your home.

Place the Flap

If you have a simple cat flap, you can open it and encourage your pet to walk through by putting a little bit of cat food in the front of the door. You can also push the cat flap insulation with sticks or your hand. Once your pet has become accustomed to walking through the flap, it will be able to come and go at will. This allows you to let it in and out at any time it wants.

It is possible to put an animal flap into the UPVC doors or glass door, however it's not as simple as installing one inside a wooden exterior door. This is due to the fact that UPVC doors and some types of glass doors don't have a uniform thickness. This can have a major impact on how you cut the flap's hole, and whether the flap fits correctly after installation.

The mounting kit could contain a template that outlines where to drill holes. If the kit doesn't come with the template you can copy it to create your own. When cutting, it's important to keep the jigsaw from being pushed too hard so that you don't create a bigger hole than you need in your door.

Some cat flaps are available in circular shapes, which can be more difficult to put in. If you have a circular flap, ensure that the hole is located in the correct place on your door. Otherwise, the cat might not be able use it, and could be locked outside for the entire day (or night).

Some cat flaps come with locks that let you control when your cat comes and goes. They are helpful when your cat is scared of leaving in the dark or returning inside at night. They can also be helpful if you work all day. The lock can be used to allow or deny entry, and some can be locked in either direction which allows you to close the door completely, which is especially helpful for sick or elderly cats who aren't keen on going out in bad weather.