Screen Doors with Pet Doors: Luxury or Need?

Nov 24
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2007

Natalie Williams

Natalie Williams

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Discover the different kinds of pet doors, how to select the best pet doors and where to find it.

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For anyone with pets,Screen Doors with Pet Doors: Luxury or Need? Articles whether they have a dog or cat, you'll know that despite how great it is to have a pet, on occasion they can be a nuisance. This normally comes from wanting to go outside when you're busy. However, this annoyance can be averted if you have a screen door with a pet door.

Just as the name implies, screen doors with pet doors are exactly like your regular screen door, with the exception that your pet can now use it without the need for you to regularly open and close it for them. Not only does this free your time up to do other activities, it also means your pet will be much happier, as it will be able to come and go as it pleases.

Depending on your existing door design, it's relatively easy to install a screen door with a pet door. All you would need to do is to cut a relevant sized hole into your door and install the screen. However, if you want to install a brand new screen door with a pet door included, then there are a ton of options available to you. You can either install it yourself, or have it professionally installed by a suitable company. Depending on your needs, you can have anything from a simple corner "flap" – ideal for cats and small dogs – to a full-sized screen door with pet door.

The costs can vary and this is really down to the category of pet door you need. For example, if you only need a tiny corner pet door, this will normally start at around $40 for the smallest size, increasing to around $80 for a larger pet. However, if you need to go for the full-sized screen door with pet door attached, this can cost in the region of a few hundred dollars and above.

The Benefits of Screen Doors with Pet Doors

The obvious benefit to having any type of screen door with a pet door is the sheer convenience of it. For example, say you have children – we all know how time-consuming kids can be. Therefore, it's not always easy to look after your pet as well. With a pet door, you don't need to worry if your dog or cat wants to go out and play in the garden, or simply needs to get out to take a piss – it can use the screen door to exit and you can carry on with your day.

The Downsides of Screen Doors with Pet Doors

Of course, just like anything, there are also drawbacks to having a screen door with a pet door attached to it. The most common worry is that of security – since the screen allows your pet unrestricted entry to your home, that access can also be used by burglars. Another problem is that it can leave an ugly hole in your door, as well as make your home more susceptible to drafts.

Nonetheless, if you're happy with these drawbacks and know how to overcome them, a screen door with a pet door can be a wonderful enhancement to your home.