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Dog door installations are one of A-1 On Track’s most popular services.
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Homeowners love the convenience of a doggy door: No more getting up from a meal or bed to let the pooch outside to tend to business. The door also enables owners to be away from home for extended periods without worrying about a trapped and frustrated pet having an accident indoors.
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However, for all their popularity, dog doors can have drawbacks. A-1 On Track, the sliding door experts, helps owners choose the right type of door, and then expertly installs the door so that both human and canine are happy.
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Doggy Door Installation, Simple and Fast
The actual installation of a dog door is relatively straightforward. A professional can install the door in as little as two hours, and for a modest price.
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In fact, the toughest part about installing a doggy door may be selecting the type of door. There are several types available online or in pet stores, at a variety of prices.
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These are the most common:
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In-door. Available in a range of sizes and materials such as plastic and aluminum, some in-door doggy doors can also be locked to control pet access or to keep other critters from entering the house. You may have to install a second doggy door if a storm or screen door is next to the exterior door.
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Through-the-wall. These doors cost roughly the same as in-door types but may require extenders if your wall is thicker than a couple inches.
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In-sliding-glass-door. Installation requires cutting glass, which can tricky. This type of doggy door should be installed by a professional who has the knowledge and tools to perform the job correctly.
Doggy doors can be further categorized by operation:
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Triggered by collar chips as a pet approaches, electronic doors prevent unwanted animals from entering and offer insulation against the weather.
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Flaps are inexpensive and easily replaced, but cannot be locked and offer no insulation against hot or cold air.
A-1 On Track does not recommend installing metal-panel doggie doors that fit in the frame of a sliding door. A panel door prevents the slider from closing completely. The screen door also cannot be completely shut because it would then block the pooch’s pathway to the outside.
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Call (408) 866-0267 today to speak to the sliding door experts at A-1 On Track about doggy door installation.