Dog flap fitters near me

How to find dog flap fitters near me

Installing a dog flap can give your four-legged friend easy access to your outdoor spaces. At Checkatrade, we can help you to find the best dog flap fitters near you.

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Finding the best local dog flap fitter

Dog flaps can easily be installed by a professional. However, attempting the job yourself could result in a broken door!

Hire a professional dog flap fitter to give your pooch safe and easy access to your garden.

Follow our expert tips to find the best tradespeople near you:

Ask for recommendations

Do you know someone with a dog flap installed in their home? If so, ask them for the details of the fitter they used.

You may also be able to get dog flap fitter recommendations from your vet or local pet shop. You could even ask fellow dog walkers if they know of any local dog flap installation services.

Cross check any recommendations to see if they're on Checkatrade and you can see other reviews too.

Request multiple quotes

Contact a few dog flap fitters before booking an installation. Requesting multiple quotes is a great way to find the tradesperson right for you.

Remember, it is important to ask professional fitters about their experience and not just their prices.

Read customer feedback

You can quickly see how good a tradesperson’s reputation is by reading customer reviews.

Customer feedback provides useful information about a service’s prices and standard of work.

We check the reviews on Checkatrade are from real people, and that trades meet our high standards.

Use Checkatrade

Searching the Checkatrade directory is the best way to find reputable tradespeople. All of our approved members must pass up to 12 checks.

We can help you to find local dog flap fitters the easy way. Enter your postcode into the search box or fill out our request a quote form.

Answering your dog flap fitter questions

Can a dog flap be fitted in glass?

Yes, dog flaps can be installed on glass doors. They can be fitted to single—or double-glazed door panels.

Pet flap installation is more complex than just cutting a hole into the existing glass.

A professional dog flap fitter will first need to remove your current glass panel. The next step is to install a new glass panel with the dog flap entrance already cut out.

Are dog flaps draughty?

Pet flaps can give cold wind easy access to your home. You can avoid cold draughts by investing in a high quality dog flap.

Hire a professional to make sure your dog flap is securely fitted. A poorly installed pet door can make your home feel colder, especially during the winter.

Dog flaps with rubber seals often provide the best weather protection. Investing in an insulated pet door will also stop chilly draughts from sneaking into your home.

Can you put dog flaps in uPVC doors?

Yes, it is possible to install a dog flap on a uPVC door. However, unless you know what you are doing, this is a job best left to the experts.

Unlike glass, uPVC door panels can be cut with a saw. Once the hole is cut, a professional will secure the dog flap.

Dog flaps can be installed into doors made from the following materials:

• Wood

• uPVC

• Single glazing

• Double glazing

• Composite materials

How much does it cost to install a dog flap?

Dog flap installation costs will vary based on:

• Dog flap size

• Dog flap design

• Door material

• Flap location - existing door, new door panel, external wall etc

It is important to choose the right size pet door for your four-legged friend. The average cost of a small dog flap (up to 20cm x 15cm) is £160.

If you have a medium sized dog, you can expect to pay approximately £240 for a professional installation.

It costs an average of£280 to install a large dog flap (over 30cm).

Take a look at our dog flap installation cost guide for more pricing information.

Hiring a dog flap fitter with Checkatrade

Are you ready to find the best local dog flap fitters near you? Enter your postcode below and begin searching our directory of reputable local installers.