Cat Flap & Dog Flap Installation in Plymouth
Plymouth's homes range from Victorian terraces in Mutley, Stoke and Devonport to post-war estates and flats near the waterfront. Steep streets and coastal weather are the two local factors that most often affect a pet flap.
Homes in and around Plymouth at a glance
What the official figures mean for fitting a pet flap. Figures are for the Plymouth City Council area. These are area-wide figures, so your own home may be quite different. We'll always look at your actual door, glass or wall.
32.8%
of homes are terraced houses
England average: 23%
A third of homes are terraced, above average. The back door is usually the most practical place for a flap.
23.8%
of households live in flats
England average: 20.6%
About a quarter of households live in flats. Flat entrance doors in shared buildings are fire doors and can't take a flap.
Coastal weather
Homes near Plymouth Sound and the Hoe are exposed to strong south-westerly winds and salt air. If your flap faces the weather, choose one with a strong magnetic closure, brush seals and corrosion-resistant fittings. A sheltered door is better where you have the choice.
Terraces on hills
Many Plymouth terraces are on steep streets, with stepped back gardens. For a dog flap, consider the drop outside the door; for an older cat, a flap that opens onto a level part of the garden is kinder.
Our services in Plymouth
Cat flap installation
Microchip, 4-way and DualScan cat flaps fitted in glass, uPVC, timber and composite doors, windows and walls.
Explore cat flapsDog flap installation
Electronic, app-connected and aluminium dog doors for small to large breeds, fitted in doors, glass and walls.
Explore dog flapsHow quotes work
- Tell us where you'd like the flap and what type of door, glass or wall it is. Photos help.
- We confirm availability for your postcode and send a no-obligation quote.
- If you go ahead, we agree a date. Glass installations need a replacement unit to be made first.
- Installations are carried out by our own engineers, not subcontractors.
Questions from homeowners in Plymouth
Will a cat flap let wind and rain in near the sea?
A good flap with a magnetic closure and brush seals keeps most weather out. On very exposed doors, choose a sheltered door or a wall position.
Can a flap go in my flat's front door?
No. In shared buildings it's a fire door. A ground-floor garden door may be an option with consent.
Who handles planning in Plymouth?
Plymouth City Council.
Get a free quote in Plymouth
Tell us where you'd like the flap fitted and we'll get back to you with a no-obligation quote as soon as we can.