Cat Flaps In Widnes

Cat flap installation in Widnes depends on where the flap needs to go. The most straightforward option is fitting into a solid uPVC or timber door, where a hole is cut to the manufacturer’s template and the flap unit is secured in place. Fitting into a wall is also possible but requires additional preparation to create a lined tunnel through the masonry. The most technically involved option is cat flap fitted in glass in Widnes, whether that is a single glazed pane or a sealed double glazed unit.

For a cat flap in glass, a glazier cannot simply cut into an existing sealed unit without destroying the seal and causing the unit to fail. Instead, Montrose Glass supplies a new toughened glass pane with the cat flap hole pre-cut and the flap unit already fitted, then installs it into your existing frame. This is the correct approach for a double glazed cat flap, and it preserves the thermal and acoustic performance of the window. Many of the older terraced properties in Widnes and the inter-war semis in Hough Green have had double glazing installed over the years, and when a sealed unit fails or needs modifying, a like-for-like replacement with a pre-fitted flap is often the most practical and cost-effective route.

When it comes to choosing the type of flap, Montrose Glass advises on the full range of options. A microchip cat flap reads your cat’s existing microchip and only unlocks for that animal, which is ideal if you live on a busy estate and want to prevent neighbouring cats from entering. A locking cat flap allows you to lock the flap from both sides, useful for controlling access at night. Standard magnetic and four-way locking flaps are also available. A glazier will discuss the options with you during the on-site assessment at no call-out charge.