EASY Step by Step Dog Door Install | Complete How To Install a Pet Door in LESS than 20 mins!

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EASY Step by Step Dog Door Install | Complete How To Install a Pet Door in LESS than 20 mins! In this video I show you step by step how to install a dog door. It is an easy process that only took 20 minutes. Below is the link for the dog door I used Amazon will give you options for different sizes of pets.
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@melissah3772 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. What a good landlord! I am renting, and my landlord allows pets but doesn't have a dog door or a sliding door to the backyard, so I bought my own door to install a dog door into and plan on putting the old door back on when I move out

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

That is a really good plan! Measure the hinge locations. It will be extra work for you if they do not line up. You might check with your landlord and see if you can put a dog door in you current door if it is not all glass. If you are going to be there a while in may be worth you paying for. As a landlord I like the idea of the dog letting themselves out, less accidents in the home.

@jsway1000 3 жыл бұрын

Great. I bought the xtra-large version. Definately take door off. I also laid a bead of exterior silicon down as a driving rain will pool in the grooves in a panel steel door. Just a simple precaution.

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Good idea!

@pollymex7000 2 жыл бұрын

Love the idea of removing the door but probably won't do mine since it's old and slightly warped. But I wanted to comment that for the size of the door you installed the door should be lower to the floor. It should be at the dog's stomach level. In case you ever install another one. Thanks Polly

@stevedickey2223 3 жыл бұрын

good basics, but you must caulk the indentations on the outside at least to prevent rain from entering the bottom of the door and rusting it out.

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Good tip!

@JPEBeard 2 жыл бұрын

What you mean by caulk the indentations?

@briggshightower2609 2 жыл бұрын

@@JPEBeard the little groves that are on the middle of the face of the door. They would act as little reservoirs for water to pool in at the top of the dog door (on the outside of course). You have to drop a ton of caulk in there

@gogogg4610 Жыл бұрын

Ohhh ya I forgot about that... tk u!

@Dreamchaserstophunger 8 ай бұрын

The slide that goes on the backside of the door to keep animals in or out, was the thing you were supposed to outline.

@kermitus18 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect video. You just convinced me to purchase one and try this DIY on my own! Thanks!

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Great for you! Let me know how it goes.

@kraigsass3820 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks - this is exactly what I was hoping to find. I'll probably take the door off too. It is easier to cut with it laying down.

@TheImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Let me know how it goes for you.

@andreagonzales1874 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for making it simple and quick so that way I can have my Husband get on it for our new pup!

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@Solarsfate Жыл бұрын

I wouldnt have thought of taking the door off, it seems like it would help a lot! I have been a little intimidated about putting a dog door in but this makes me way more confident!

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Jump in there, you can do it!

@averyattaway5671 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely easier and cleaner work removing the door. Good job man.

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@deathwarp131 2 жыл бұрын

I like the idea of using a cutoff wheel on the metal door. I helped my friend do this on a door and it was a nightmare with a jigsaw with a metal blade. I should be doing this to 2 doors in the next couple of weeks and your way seems much better.

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Just make sure and wear proper safety equipment.

@sarahkarns5713 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, this was helpful!

@TheImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you for taking the time to comment! I am glad you enjoyed it!! Please subscribe if you have not already so you can enjoy my new videos.

@rmjett3761 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for doing this video. I have the courage to try it after this.

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Good luck on yours!!

@kennethtaylor9710 3 жыл бұрын

I would not have thought to take door off. Awesome

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

I have done it now both ways.

@Jimmy-gt1kk Жыл бұрын

Definitely a good idea to take off the door! I’m about to try to do this today and this video gave me some confidence lol thanks!!!

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Awesome! How did it go?

@lizmirra4433 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you. Definitely easier to work on door with it off the hinges. Great 👍

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree!

@trehnelt Жыл бұрын

Grade A! I will be doing this very soon! Just bought my first house and videos like these help me more than you know 😂 thanks again!

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Congrats, Travis! This project will be the first of many for you to acquire additional tools along the way. I hope your project goes smooth!

@chunkymonkey8750 Жыл бұрын

Hey Travis its been a few weeks. How did you get on? Have you done it yet? I'm looking into this myself!

@virgiepinaz7016 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info. Being that I don't have the strength to remove & move a steel door (I'm disabled), I think a video showing the installation with the door in place would be great. But I did get enough info to get started on the project. Thx!

@TheImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! Good luck, I hope it goes smooth for you.

@colleenswink2703 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Taking the door off seems to make the install easier

@TheImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Colleen, glad you like the video! I think it made it easier but I have done it before without taking the door off and that is fairly easy as well.

@keysersoze716 2 жыл бұрын

I'm definitely gonna give it a go after seeing this. Thx!

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

That is great to hear! Good luck I hope it goes smoothly for you.

@donisharmon3619 Жыл бұрын

I was skeptical, but great video....I will definitely have one installed, thanks!!

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@declank89 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, just what I needed🙏 Definitely agree with taking the door off and working despite the extra effort. Although I think it will take me a few hours not 20 minutes 😂

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

I bet you can do it under an hour if you don’t have to run to the store half way through.

@trehnelt Жыл бұрын

Same! Even tho I work in construction, this is not something I do on the daily. People with experience have a much easier time with these tasks. I can do it for sure, but def not in 20 minutes 😂

@user-ss9bs8wy1i 11 ай бұрын

Fabulous instructions!

@TheImprovementChannel 11 ай бұрын

Thank you, for the compliment!

@saundramurray7633 3 жыл бұрын

Taking the door off was SMART!

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@handymanprojects5637 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Probably won't pull the door tomorrow. My jig saw does pretty good and I'm doing it without help. But the job is simple as I hoped

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

It is pretty easy with the door on, maybe a little more clean up. I hope if goes smooth for you!

@dawsoncounty 4 жыл бұрын

Lucky me! You used the exact same dog door I bought and my paneled door is nearly identical, too! I I figured this was the best way to install but was worried about the panels.

@TheImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Ken Olson sweet! I trust everything went smooth?

@Senorchoo 2 жыл бұрын

This is what we are planning on getting I just was concerned with the height of the doggie door. I have a slight step down

@Powerwheelsman Жыл бұрын

You convinced me to try this...thanks

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@EJMoroch 9 ай бұрын

Def a good idea to remove door!

@TheImprovementChannel 9 ай бұрын

Thank you, I agree.

@alyssapratt4701 3 жыл бұрын

I never would've thought of taking the door off haha. Thanks

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@sarag1158 3 жыл бұрын

I know it would be easier to take the door off but I'm a single, small framed person. I KNOW I can install it with the door on. Thanks for the video.

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

It is not hard with the door on, I agree.

@Gaitor1956 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, you sure made that look easy

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, it was not too bad.

@citizenplane5840 Жыл бұрын

This is the best way to see how cheaply your exterior doors are made. I work in a door shop cutting these out all day and man those doors are so cheap, if you want a decent door go with mahogany or fir.

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

This is a rent house, the front and the back door are both pretty cheap.

@timtaylor4028 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job. When putting door back on, start with top hinge.

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

That makes a lot is sense!

@gerardschwerdt4648 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely easier to work on the door horizontally, so taking it off is a good idea.

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

I agree

@NikoTheDad 4 жыл бұрын

I think taking the door off seems a lot harder but it actually makes everything a lot better and easier to do

@TheImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

N Rico thank you.

@idowuaina7674 3 жыл бұрын

You did awesome

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate your comment!!

@Random-rt5ec 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with taking the door off. With it off I believe the end result is of higher quality plus the mess is kept outside.

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting…I agree!

@genobatchelorallrightsmatt5666 Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@ameliahill6638 3 жыл бұрын

Yes that cracks me up with some of these guys don't take the door off there's only three 3 pins to take off and it's easier than heck to put back on

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Very easy, you are correct. I admit the first one I installed I didn’t take the door off because I did not think of it, lol.

@chikinhok 3 жыл бұрын

thanks bro

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@donsmith4170 2 жыл бұрын

When putting the door back on loosen the hinges on the door just a little but not the top hinge. This will allow you to install the top hinge first and then have wiggle room for the other 2 hinges

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Great tip!

@unknownerorr2740 Жыл бұрын

Nice

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@martywalker1944 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful, I bought the exact door from Amazon. Except mine has 6 holes rather than 4 holes.

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, do you have it installed already?

@martywalker1944 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, but I'm worried that my friend didnt place it low enough to the bottom of the door. Is it possible to place a larger door in the same area, just lower?@@TheImprovementChannel

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

I did mount it a little high. It would have been better a little lower.

@MichaelSanders-hb3xt Жыл бұрын

Take a tube of exterior cocking for outside around doggy door, and paintable cocking around the door on the inside. This will help keep rain and weather from getting inside

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@sleeptighttonight8140 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea to take the door off

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, thank you.

@bobg2098 2 жыл бұрын

Easy. Few beers and a few hours I’ll do it one day.

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

You bet, make a day if it!

@litedesign82 3 жыл бұрын

Any reason not to center the door on one of the 2 door panels, instead of between them? I think that would look better on my door, and also seal better, but are there any problems that would cause with install?

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

I think that might work better. Be a better seal the way you are suggesting.

@sweetiepienumber1 3 жыл бұрын

I suggest using a square if you are not a carpenter with experienced eyes to mark cut lines to make sure you don't end up with something that is not level or plumb. Caulk the gaps. As far as taking the door off it depends on the weight and the strength/health of the person. I wanted to see how a dog door worked on a raised panel door. This will take the average person longer than 20 minutes most likely to get ducks in a row and cleanup, etc. Don't be in a hurry. Thanks.

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@keysersoze716 2 жыл бұрын

It'll probably take me 40 min as I don't have the cutting tool or jigsaw necessary to make such a quick n easy square.

@minohablaespanol8381 2 жыл бұрын

Is Just a doggy door ! 😂 he’s not building a house …

@stephentoback 3 жыл бұрын

You gonna caulk? I find it easier to close the door completely to remove/replace the hinge pins. Great video. Thanks!

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

No, it has rubber seals, you do not need to caulk.

@robira1313 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheImprovementChannel ...But does it get sealed where the contours of the door panels are?

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

@@robira1313 that is true and it would work better on a flat surface. The dog door slides together in the hole in the door so if the hole you cut is like mine, very close to the same size it is all pretty tight. I have had no problems with drafts or water leaks.

@stephienotcurry 2 жыл бұрын

you're a great landlord! I'm a renter watching videos on how to install my own. also ... there's no way a 50 pound dog is fitting through that 😂😂

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Yea think it is rated for a 40 pound dog. Thank you for the landlord comment. I certainly try and I have been blessed with great tenants so far!

@JohnnyC10071959 3 жыл бұрын

Taking the door off is a must, it is possible w/o but much easier. I would have caulked the dog door

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

I agree, taking the door off was easy and best. I have not had any issues from not caulking.

@sarag1158 3 жыл бұрын

You are a kind landlord. I also allow pets, upon meeting them.

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Do you charge a pet fee?

@mtheory3 Жыл бұрын

I've always removed doors by unscrewing the hinges, I gotta try the pin method!

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Tried it on a door last week, I could not get the bottom pin out. I had to remove the screws. Sometimes it works.

@jammn13 3 жыл бұрын

Was this a steel door or a fiberglass door? Does that make a difference when picking a pet door and how you cut the opening? Thanks!

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

The door in this video is metal. I have done it in fiberglass as well. The same tools can be used.

@a.j.6432 4 жыл бұрын

What size doggie door would you recommend for a female black lab? She’s so tiny right now at 7 weeks but I know she will get much bigger. If installing the door now it would have to be very low as she wouldn’t be able to jump through yet.

@TheImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Alexandra Jimenez I would talk to your Vet and see how much she should end up weighing and buy the door according to the weight. The doors are sized by the dogs weight. I would just guess on the proper height.

@Unibomber2u 3 жыл бұрын

A big one.

@keysersoze716 2 жыл бұрын

Probably a Lg

@sdlock83 2 ай бұрын

Is it really necessary to remove the door from the hinges? I've installed an extra large dog door on an interior door with just a drill and jigsaw and i didn't have to take the door down.

@TheImprovementChannel 2 ай бұрын

Right, you can do it either way I was just thinking it would be quicker to take the door down because it makes a bit easier.

@Theextremepessimist 2 жыл бұрын

The best doggy door is an armor flex doggy door. Best investment ever.

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Why sets it apart?

@DrillDaddy Жыл бұрын

I'd recommend sealing the edges and open pockets around the frame to

@Nezben Жыл бұрын

To what?

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

What would you seal that with?

@ardenburns1719 2 жыл бұрын

Great video although it would be nice to see how it looks from out side. I'm concerned about the wanes coat pattern not lining up with the dog door.

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

That part is straight but not perfect looking.

@bigmacdaddy1234 2 жыл бұрын

nobody cares about the wanes coat pattern.

@kennethtoohill6367 4 жыл бұрын

But how to seal where panel depressions are? Seems it would leak? I’m surprised you didn’t remove the blinds to keep from mashing them.

@TheImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Kenneth Toohill hard to see or you cannot see it in the video but there is a round rubber seal that have a good amount of give that keeps it sealed. I have not had any leaking issues. It would have been better to take off the blinds but it was about to get dark and I wanted to see if I could knock this project out in 20 minutes.

@jesterlyone 3 жыл бұрын

If the gasket that comes with the door doesn't quite fill those panel recesses you can caulk them. Recommend tape on the door and the frame to keep the caulking nice and neat.

@robira1313 3 жыл бұрын

Aw hell, it's just a rental.

@ASinnerSavedByGrace 3 жыл бұрын

I think I've looked through every comment and can't find the link to the doggie door you used. Can you share? Thanks,

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

There should be a link in the description of the video.

@jeremymccoy4141 Жыл бұрын

I would suggest one thing though. I would fill in the gaps and run calk around it just in case .

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Probably a good idea.

@KelleySP1984 9 ай бұрын

@jeremymccoy4141 - this is what I'm facing. I have the gaps as well, but I don't want to leave them like he did. Would you fill the gaps with the caulk or something else? Either way, I'll still seal it up with caulking for waterproofing.

@brendazaragoza5750 2 жыл бұрын

Do you need a type of door lock to make sure no body tries to open the door?

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

That depends on the size of your dog door. You can add an additional lock that locks from the inside only that is easily mounted if that is a concern.

@kristinewilson9208 3 жыл бұрын

Taking the door off makes it a lot easier!

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

I think so too!

@grateful1929 3 жыл бұрын

I just had a dog door installed in my mobile home back door. When it rains the water puddles in the ledge. The ledge is on the outside of the door and the flap is in the inner part of the door. I hope that makes sense. Was this done correctly? Like I stated when it rains the ledge is on the outside and the water pools up and then drips under the flap. Therefore I get water in my house. It has not been sealed around the dog door frame. This also allows water to come out of the frame a little bit.

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

They can be a bit leaky. If you could install a small roof/small deck with steps and a roof over it that will solve the problem and make life much better.

@grateful1929 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheImprovementChannel I just bought this mobile home and it is brand new. I have a new door and a new dog door I do have a 6x8 deck back there but I do not have a roof over the deck. I went to Lowe's and bought some silicone caulking. I caulked all the way around the inside and the outside frame of the dog door. I hope that works but is the ledge supposed to be on the outside of the door or on the inside? The flap is on the inside. Thank you for answering. I'm older and have to go find help. It's not easy. I can do some things myself.

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Usually the flap is on the outside part of the unit.

@LinzseyslilPad Жыл бұрын

It doesn’t come with a cutout template?

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Yes, it sure does.

@KnockOffBeingFat 2 жыл бұрын

You can also do inside the house doors. Pets, especially cats, hate closed doors with you on the other side.

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

True and thank you for adding that.

@dtwow98 Жыл бұрын

Could you put a link to the Amazon doggie door please?

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Here is the link Dan: amzn.to/3QhSTRs

@dominiclongo6488 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great option for you if you want ✨raccoons in your laundry room✨

@danainlouisiana 3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking my dogs wouldn't let a raccoon come in because they always seem to know when a possum, etc. is outside and as soon as the door opens they chase off any critter in sight. But, I desperately need a dog door installed because having three dogs that want in and out all during the day and night drives me crazy and wears me out. So, if they can go in and out at their own will, would be worth a raccoon inside if they were brave enough to take on three dogs.

@dominiclongo6488 3 жыл бұрын

@@danainlouisiana just get one with a lock. They even have ones with 4-way locks (in & out, only in, only out, and locked.)

@darrinsiberia 2 ай бұрын

same thing for wood door?

@TheImprovementChannel 2 ай бұрын

You bet!

@twitter_god_sunny7900 Жыл бұрын

I think I would’ve put it on the left side or right side it looks like it’s the same size as one of the panels

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

It looks like it but that is not the case.

@robira1313 3 жыл бұрын

No caulking needed? Weatherstripping? Anything?

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

The door have a seal around it that mashes into place on both sides when you tighten it.

@Unibomber2u 3 жыл бұрын

What if you also have a screen door

@bigmacdaddy1234 2 жыл бұрын

Your dog will be able to magically pass through the screen door. I hope that answers your question.

@henrynissanmimintruck 3 жыл бұрын

Its a great idea thanks and im guessing its ok to make it alot lower ?

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Yes that one was a little high for my first tenants’ Chihuahua.

@michaelsmith-gc8wt 4 жыл бұрын

a small dog can walk through a large doggie door if it is low enough. i would have went with a larger door but at a lower height to accommodate different size pets that might move in there. that door would be useless for a dachshund or similar breeds

@TheImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

michael smith you are exactly right. I ended up having the first renters move in with Chihuahuas. I removed that door and purchased the next size up and moved it down lower. It was still a little high. I was thinking more about medium sized dogs.

@stevendavis9294 Жыл бұрын

Taking the door off saves a lot of bending over and makes clean up easier.

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Great point and I agree!

@mostlikelywedoitservices6926 2 жыл бұрын

I take the door off every time. Less work and makes job easier. Fun is when your installing through the wall for doggie door.

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

I have done it through a brick wall at my old house. Yes, that gets interesting.

@Hello-ll5oi Жыл бұрын

I liked how you took off the door. But the doggie door seems to high off the floor. Great video though!

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Maybe a little high, but I think it depends on the size of the dog.

@jayc774 2 жыл бұрын

A mask to use a grinder to cut wood lol I’ve cut tile With a diamond grinder with sunglasses 🕶 or less

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Lol, I hear you.

@MomCheeto4 Жыл бұрын

Can anyone refer me to a dog door installation video that shows the dog actually using it after it's been installed?

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

I cannot help you there.

@citizenplane5840 Жыл бұрын

The best way to find the center is to mark the center of your door then mark the center of the doggy door.

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

I agree.

@averagejoe407 2 жыл бұрын

Need to silicone the outside of the dog door to keep water from getting in

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

We have not had a problem with water getting in.

@bigmacdaddy1234 2 жыл бұрын

No you don't.

@angiewheeler3883 Жыл бұрын

I have the exact same dog door to install. The instructions on the back said to use the dog door cover to draw around. I think that would have been easier. I hope they don't have a chihuahua. That opening is way too high. My 2 Chihuahuas would never be able to step over that.

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Small huskies.

@hammerdownhammerdown2540 Жыл бұрын

I would have took the door off because I've done it before it started to cut the door standing in the door jamb

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Good call.

@edwardmarin-8pqb141 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty high placement for such a small door. small dogs have to jump high make sure you put the door at the right height good job though, looks good

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

I have run into that on smaller dogs.

@wolflovesmoon 3 жыл бұрын

How much will that cost?

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Under $40. Link in the description.

@alejandrorivera5011 4 жыл бұрын

Dog Dior

@TheImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Alejandro Rivera what do you mean?

@Leo-gt1bx 10 ай бұрын

What about the gaps?

@TheImprovementChannel 10 ай бұрын

They are there but no leaking problems.

@rolandthethompsongunner64 2 жыл бұрын

I never want to be in a hurry to do a job or feel under pressure. That’s why I charge enough for it to be worth my time. Otherwise I’d go work for someone else. And always mark on the OUTSIDE of your doggy door flange. A little bigger wont hurt. But trying to shave an 1/8 of an inch or more is a hot mess you don’t want to deal with. Cut it right the first time. As far as taking the door off ? Absolutely. Metal flakes are going to fly every where. I get 150 to install a doggy door. If someone asks why so much? I say when you wreck your door it will be 300.00 for me to rehang a new one. That usually seals the deal.

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Great advice, on the higher price on the install. You have to charge a little more when you are going to take care of things if something goes wrong. Thank you for your comments, I agree with you!

@deniseocon6160 Жыл бұрын

The dog door was installed extremely too high on the exterior door. That was a small dog door so it should have been measured up from the bottom of door to an appropriate height for a small dog to use. The install was rushed without appropriate measurements . 🐾

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

How far do you measure up from the bottom of the door for a dog door that is made for up to 40 pound dogs. Denise, this is a dog door for a rent house and more often than not the dogs are on the bigger side of the 40 pounds.

@kufdog16 2 жыл бұрын

Adam Schefter?

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Shane, go back to bed.

@donwalker8047 8 ай бұрын

Definitely, I hack job

@TheImprovementChannel 8 ай бұрын

👍

@LateenaQT 3 жыл бұрын

Way smarter to take off the door!

@TheImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@ericcurry9941 2 жыл бұрын

My dogs are already enjoying their new (relocated) doggy door. Much better now. Thanks! :) For those wondering...taking off the door makes it MUCH easier.

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Nice, thank you!

@becca1733 Жыл бұрын

I would ve taken the door off from the start as I m a bit accident prone and the other option seems ….detrimental for a gal like me

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

I get that!!

@samuelfreeman2181 2 жыл бұрын

i've never seen anyone use an ink pen for carpentry work.....

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

I see it all the time.

@Beowulf-wt3kb 2 жыл бұрын

Seems like it’s a little bit high up for a medium size dog.

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

It is, you are right.

@melissadunham603 4 жыл бұрын

Use the doggy door "lock" panel as a template.

@TheImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Melissa Dunham good idea in case you get one without a template.

@grazielachristina3736 2 жыл бұрын

Our door isn’t made of cardboard so I think it’s gonna be a bit harder for me

@TheImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

This door was made of metal, so you lost me with the cardboard.

@hannahnelson3849 Ай бұрын

I thought the same thing and would’ve taken the door off.

@TheImprovementChannel Ай бұрын

👍

@Joshuapsalm 4 жыл бұрын

I didn't take the door off. But it would have been easier

@TheImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Joshua psalm 144 1 thank you for the feedback. Hard to tell what is easier unless you try it both ways.

@johnnymaldonado-ns7vy Жыл бұрын

Taking door off is the way to go for sure . Just easier to work and fire hazard if not outside

@TheImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Not to mention less mess.