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Installing a cat flap on the door allows your pet to come and go whenever it wants. Follow the steps below to find out how to trace the shape, cut it with a jigsaw/hole saw and install your cat's flap. If your cat's flap has a Manual 4-Way lock, you can limit access to wild animals, pests and strays. You can also keep a few pots of plants for your cat to hide in. Placement A cat flap can be used to keep animals that aren't wanted out, such as rodents and cats. Some models can even be locked by the owner, allowing you to regulate your cat's activities. This is especially useful if your cat is injured or sick or when you're away from home for prolonged periods. Certain kinds of multi-cat doors permit each cat to enter and leave the house in a separate manner. The first step to install a cat door is to determine where it should be. Idealy, it should be close to your living or kitchen area and easy to reach for your cat. The location should not affect the integrity of the door or window, and should be free of obstructions, such as bushes or shrubs. Once the best location has been chosen it is time to mark the location with a pencil and drill. Make sure that the marks are precise, and ensure that the hole you are cutting is the right size for the flap. The instructions included with the cat flap should be clear about the size of drilling that is required. Always wear cat flap installer or a rag when drilling to prevent injuries and to avoid breathing through dust particles. It is also a good idea to wear a dust protection mask since breathing in dust particles can lead to a variety of health problems. The next step is to insert the flap into the hole you have cut. It may take some time for your cat to get used to using it, but it will soon learn. It is a good idea to allow your cat to explore the new addition in their home by propping the flap open. It is suggested that you leave the cat flap open for a few weeks to allow your pet time to adjust to the change in routine and to help them get used to it. This will let you check all the fixings. Measurements It is essential to install a cat flap correctly. If you don't then, your pet could struggle to use it, and worse, burglars may be able to gain entry into your home through the cat flap. To prevent this from happening, make sure that your pet flap is installed at the right height. You can check this by taking measurements of the height of your cat's belly, and adding an additional inch or two as a precautionary measure. Once you've done this, mark the location of the screw for the cat flap holes on your door using a pencil. If your kit doesn't include a template, you could make a photocopy of it and use it as a template. You can also use the spirit level to check that the markings are straight. When cutting into brick walls, it is essential to take care not to harm electric cables or pipes (gas water, waste or gas) which may be within the area you plan to cut. Cutting into a wall without care could lead to the structure becoming unstable and may cause leaks or damage caused by weather on the outside. Installing a cat flap on a door with panels may require you to add an additional layer of security by installing a burglar alarm next to the entrance for your pet. This will alert you to any attempts to block entry and deter criminals. It's also a great idea to add a cat sign to your door, as this will alert intruders that there is a cat living in the house. This will help to keep criminals away from your home. It can also be an effective tool for re-training your pet to enter the cat's enclosure. It is a good idea, once your cat flap is installed, to get your pet used to it by opening and closing the flap when they are in the house. This will help them get used to the sounds the flap makes as it closes and opens. It will also help them learn to use the flap. Tools When installing a cat flap, it's important to have all the right tools on hand. Included in this list should be a tape measuring tool, a high-quality pencil as well as a spirit level, and the manual for your cat flap. They will guide you through the process of preparing your wall or door, making sure that it's measured and ready to be installed. First, you must remove any obstacles that could hinder the installation process. Then, you can start drawing the outline of the flap. Make sure that this is straight and centered to ensure an elegant and professional appearance. After you've marked the lines, it's now time to cut the opening for the cat flap. Utilize a jigsaw or a hole saw to cut according to the lines that have been drawn, taking care not to harm the surrounding surface. Once the cutting process is completed then sand the edges of the cat flap opening to ensure they are smooth and free from any roughness or protrusions that could impede its operation. It is a good idea to check the area around your cat's kennel frequently for signs of unauthorised entry or exit. This will allow you to catch intruders before they gain access to your home. You can use a variety of methods to deter unwanted entry, such as pet-safe sprays and ultrasonic devices. These methods aren't intrusive and won't harm the environment or your pets, ensuring that they are safe and secure at all times. If you have a framed wooden door, mark the screws holes for the frame of your cat flap. The best way to position the cat flap is to put the cat flap in a way that it opens towards the outside and is secured to the inside by the lock (if the model you are using comes with one). Mark the location of each screw using pencil. Remove the cat flap frame and drill each of the markings to make a hole for the screws that come with your model of cat flap. Screw the cat flap in place and cover the screwholes with blanking plugs to give it a neat appearance. Materials The addition of a cat flap in your home will give your feline companion all the freedom they require. It will let them move around whenever they want without worrying about them being locked in or letting other cats in your home. It will also allow you to regulate the frequency with which they use the litterbox, reducing the amount of waste trapped in your house. It's important that you have the proper tools and materials prior to beginning to put in a new cat flap. Be sure to have the correct size drill, screwdriver, and pencil, as well as measuring tape and ruler. It's also a good idea to wear some kind of protective equipment for your eyes and ears, such as safety goggles. The first step to install the cat flap is to mark the spot on your wall or door the location you'd like it to go. Double-check the measurements and make sure the area is free of electrical wires and pipes. It is also advisable not to cut into brick walls, particularly when you're not experienced in masonry work. The wall could to become unstable and damage pipes or cables. Then, you'll need to determine the height your cat has to be in order to access and exit the flap. This is based on the measurement of their stomach. With this information, you can mark an horizontal line on the door where you want the flap to be placed. Once you've identified the door, it's time to begin cutting. It's a good idea to apply a small amount of silicone or a weatherproof sealing agent around the edge of the hole once the cutout has been completed. This will prevent moisture and drafts from entering your home. If you're using an exterior door made of composite it's best to consult the manufacturer before making any alterations to their design, as making changes could void your warranty and damage the weatherproof seal around your home. Once your cat is used to the flap it's an excellent idea to teach them to push the flap, not pull on it to go in and out. This will help them avoid being trapped and needing to be rescued in the future.