We've picked up some helpful tips in our many years of experience in cat flap fitting. Now we want to share them with you so if you want to get some useful cat flap tips keep reading...
We fit various cat flaps and pet doors across London, Leeds, Sheffield, Manchester, Birmingham, Nottingham, Peterborough, and the rest of the UK.
Our Top Tips On Installing Cat Flaps
Make sure your cat is comfortable with the new cat flap
Before installing the cat flap, getting your cat acquainted with it is a good idea. We recommend placing the cat flap near your pet's food. Your cat will now become accustomed to using the cat flap. Cats are naturally curious so they will inspect the new cat flap. This is great if you have a microchip cat flap because you can program it to their chip before installing it in the door or window.
Programme the cat flap
Before you programme the cat flap, ensure your cat has the right microchip fitted or a collar tag compatible with the new cat flap. Once you have this sorted and choose a microchip cat flap, ensure you have programmed your cat's microchip or collar tag to the cat flap before the installation. This ensures you do not accidentally programme a neighbour's car after the installation.
Additionally, find out if the cat flap type you own is powered by the mains or has a battery backup. While positioning flexibility is provided by a battery-operated cat flap, frequent battery changes are necessary. Although it could require a more involved installation, a flap that runs on the mains might be more reliable.
Consider where the Pet Door should be placed
Pet Doors may be fitted in both doors and windows, providing you with many options regarding where you want to put the cat flap. Your cat may be more mobile than you realise, and some windows are commonly disregarded because people believe the cat will not be able to scale them.
Installing a pet door in a location that opens out into a covered part of your garden is always a good idea. When your pet enters and exits the house, they want to feel safe.
Your Pet's Height
Fitting your cat flap 20cm from the floor's bottom is recommended. We've found that in our experience, this is the optimal height for installing the cat flap. If you need to raise the cat flap, try adding stairs on either side to make it easier for your cat to get in and out. If you are unsure of how to do this, our friendly and reliable team will be happy to help!
Make appropriate height adjustments if your cat is a kitten or an elderly cat. Kittens may find it difficult to use flaps that are too high, while older cats may find it difficult to jump through higher cat flaps. Changing the height guarantees that pets of all sizes can use the flap.
Book the installation on a warm day
Getting a cat flap installed during a warm day will be pleasant for you and make it a lot easier to teach your cat how they can use their new cat flap. You may need to leave it open for a while so your cat can get used to it and not cause your home to get cold in the process!
Make sure there aren't any excessive winds on the day of installation since they can compromise the accuracy of the installation. In order to avoid arranging the installation during a time of intense rain or extremely hot temperatures, which could make the process uncomfortable, you should also take the weather prediction into consideration.
Raining Cats & Dogs
It will be easier for your cat to learn to utilise their new pet door when the weather is nice. You may need to prop the pet door open for a bit after it's been installed to help your pet become acclimated to it.
When installing the cat flap in the event of rainy weather, cover the surrounding area with an awning or waterproof cover. This ensures a flawless fitting procedure by keeping the installation area dry and preventing water from entering your home.
Ask a professional cat flap fitter
Correct and secure fitting of the cat flap is guaranteed by a professional installation. Inadequate installation might result in problems like drafts, safety hazards, or even harm to your door or window. Our team prioritises accuracy and quality while promising a hassle-free experience.
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