Securing a Pet Door
One can install pet doors in different types of doors in the home or even walls.
Installing a pet door can make life easy for the pet and the owner. It allows the pet freedom of movement, letting them take bathroom breaks or get more physical activity outside, which gives the owner more free time. However, securing pet doors is instrumental in ensuring the safety of your home and keeping energy costs low.
Safety
The biggest issue with pet doors is the risk of home intrusion. Depending on the size of your pet, doors made for larger pets make it possible for a human or another animal to enter. That’s why it’s important to pick the right size, door type, and even location of the door. Choosing a door that fits the pet’s dimensions exactly should make it less possible for a person to enter it. The pet’s shoulder width should match the door width.
But beware – some doors are made from thin plastic, posing a safety risk, especially if used for larger pets.
Location
One can install pet doors in different types of doors in the home or even walls. For a safe pet door installation, factor in wall thickness and door weight capacities. Walls are considered safer than doors for installing a pet door as one can conceal them from prying eyes. But even larger pet doors can be carefully hidden by a plant or a bush, making them less inviting for unwanted visitors.
Security
Consider buying pet doors with automatic locking/unlocking options, like RFID chips that automatically open doors based on an electronic signal from the pet’s collar. Electronic door locks can also keep other small animals, like squirrels or raccoons, from entering your home.
Pet doors with flaps and sliding parts might look unsafe, but they can be secured with locking covers, clamp locks, or Charley bars. Locking covers can block access to the pet door at night or when owners are away. Most covers comprise a 1/16-inch sheet of steel and fasten with a clip latch. Clamp locks are used for sliding and patio pet doors and can be installed, removed, and adjusted easily. Charley bars resist prying and crowbar attacks, which makes them ideal for patio panel pet doors. They’re very secure and can withstand up to 400 pounds of pressure.
Installing pet doors
Properly installed and secured pet doors can prevent moisture and heat leaks and minimize the risk of intruders and small animals entering your home.
DIYing the pet door installation is a great idea. However, one must consider many factors in the process, like the installation location, size, and type of the pet door.
Assessing the door’s durability, wall thickness, and other factors might be challenging. Therefore, a professional can install the pet door correctly and configure all other safety locks and gadgets.
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