Monday, December 3, 2007

Are Pet Doors For Sliding Glass Door A Good Choice For Your Home?

By Nat Williams

If you have a pet, then you probably want to let your pet to enter and exit as they desire. It can be irritating to constantly have to worry about letting your pet in and out, therefore a pet door can be a huge convenience. One type of pet door that you may want to get for your pet are pet doors for sliding glass doors. These doors can be installed beside your sliding glass door and you'll still be able to use the sliding glass door as usual. Instead of installing a pet door in the glass door, they come with a special panel that fits perfectly into the track of your sliding glass door.

How Much Does It Cost?

Pet doors for sliding glass doors are not very expensive. Most of the will only cost you between $30 and $80. However, the prices can vary, depending on where you get the door. If you want to get the best deal on your pet door, then try a few places and compare their prices before you make your decision on where to buy. Remember, you want to get a quality door, and sometimes this will cost you slightly more money.

Benefits

Firstly, you may find it more convenient to have a way for your pet to move in and out of your house. Secondly, you may toilet train your pet outside of the house so that you do not have to deal with the terrible smell and mess they make inside the house. Lastly, pet doors for sliding glass doors are comparatively cheaper than buying a pet door for walls and wooden doors.

Disadvantages

One possible drawback is the security of glass doors. Sliding glass doors are not very secure as it is, and adding a pet door can worsen the problem. When you purchase a pet door, make sure that it has locks on it. Pet doors can let in the heat or the cold, therefore if you live in an area that has very hot or cold temperatures, consider buying double glazed glass for some additional insulation.

Natalie Williams is the author of PetDoors101.com. Visit her site to get more free tips on selecting the right pet door for your pet.

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