We are often asked whether a petWALK pet door can be installed directly into an insect screen door. The answer is: That's not necessary at all. A petWALK is installed directly into glass, a wall, or a door and is 100% airtight when closed. Where no air can pass through, no insect can find its way inside.
Conventional cat flaps are not airtight or even swing in the wind – an invitation for mosquitoes and spiders. The petWALK pet door, on the other hand, uses sensors to detect when your pet has entered the house. After an individually adjustable closing time, the door locks firmly and securely.
The fight against uninvited guests
In summer, a fly screen in combination with a cat flap is the first idea for many to keep the house insect-free. But this often has decisive disadvantages: The construction becomes unstable due to the cut-out, and cheap plastic flaps rarely close flush. Cats also often try to overcome the obstacle, which quickly damages the fabric. Protection against insects is literally left by the wayside.
The permanent solution: Intelligent control instead of modifying screens
Why look for a cat flap for insect screen doors when the pet door itself provides the protection? The petWALK pet door offers you full control, entirely without the weak points of a conventional fly screen door with a cat flap.
1. Installation into the building structure instead of a temporary solution
Instead of looking for a cat flap for fly screens, simply install petWALK directly next to it. The fly screen remains intact and stable. Your cat uses its own entrance, while the screen remains untouched.
2. Automatic closing time against pests
While a conventional cat flap is usually leaky, petWALK works precisely. The pet door only opens when your pet approaches and closes immediately afterward.
3. An investment for the whole year
Insect protection is usually purely a summer topic. petWALK, however, is a year-round solution.
- In summer: Protection against insects and heat.
- In winter: Thanks to certified thermal insulation, the cold stays out.
Discover the advantages of petWALK and enjoy a summer without insect stress and a winter with lower energy costs. Your cat will thank you!
Anyone looking for an insect screen door with a cat flap actually only wants one thing: freedom for the animal and peace from insects. petWALK delivers exactly that – but in premium quality, airtight, and burglar-resistant. Choose a solution that makes your home more comfortable and secure all year round.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a petWALK pet door be installed into a fly screen?
No, the petWALK pet door is a solid, high-quality component for installation in glass, walls, or doors. Installation in a thin fly screen is not possible due to its weight and technology, and also not necessary, as the door is 100% insect and airtight when closed and only opens when needed.
Is a fly screen with a cat flap safe against insects?
Conventional solutions for insect screen doors with an integrated flap are often not completely sealed. Since the flaps are usually only held by magnets at most, wind or imprecise closing can leave gaps for mosquitoes and spiders. petWALK, on the other hand, closes automatically and locks airtight.
How does petWALK prevent insects from flying through the open pet door?
Thanks to intelligent sensor control, the petWALK only opens when the sensor detects your pet. The closing time after passing through can be individually adjusted, so the door locks again immediately and the period for invading insects is minimized.
Does the petWALK pet door offer advantages over conventional flaps even in winter?
Yes, absolutely. Thanks to its excellent thermal insulation and airtightness, the petWALK prevents expensive energy losses and protects against unpleasant drafts.
