How To Install A Dog Door In An External Wall?

This DIY tutorial demonstrates how to install a doggie door in a wall in eight steps. The process begins with unpacking the housing unit, marking the wall, checking for studs, drilling, fitting the interior side of the door, drilling through the outer wall, fitting the exterior pet door, and screwing the doors. The door can be used with various walls, including drywall, brick, stucco, wood, siding, and alternative walls.

To install a dog door in an exterior wall, professional equipment such as a hammer, jigsaw, drill, and screwdriver is required. If the existing hole is framed all around using 2×6 or other size studs, framing is necessary to ensure the sliding glass door butts up against the pet door insert.

Using a stud finder to locate studs and electrical wires in the wall, mark the opening and cut through the drywall using a reciprocating saw. Place the interior frame with the tunnel attached into the opening from the inside of the building, and place the exterior frame into the wall.

If the pet door is not to be used, insulation or elimination may be recommended. The tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on how to install a dog door in a wall, providing a step-by-step guide for anyone looking to install a pet door in their home.