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Recent Dog Door Installation reviews

Easy to deal with and did a get great job

Install 1 dog door - door supplied

$100

Great to work with! Recommend!

Install dog door to wood door

$70

Absolutely melting hot in Melbourne today, Hamish turned up when he said he would and did a fab job. 10/10

Install a dog door into a timber door.

$100

did a very good job of my dog ramps

Build two stepped ramps for dog door

$250

Great guy, great knowledge. Quick and reliable

Dog door installed in wooden door for my staffy

$250

Friendly, prompt, professional and installed pet door really well. Thanks:)

Install dog door in wooden door

$100

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$150

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$240

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Why book dog door installation through Airtasker?

Do you have a furry companion that begs to go back outside when it just came inside? Or begs to come back inside when it just went outside? Whether you have a giant Dalmatian or a tiny Chihuahua, a dog door installer will set up a solution that keeps your furry friend happy and looks great on your home. Finally, your dog will have the freedom it wants to be inside or outside, with zero effort on your part.

You’ll find the best doggie door installers on Airtasker. Whether you have a wooden door or a metal screen door, our dog door installers have the skills, tools, and expertise to get the job done.

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Top Dog Door Installation related questions

You can install a dog door in any type of door. However, different types of equipment and methods will be used for different kinds of door materials.

There are many different types of dog doors: microchip-detecting doors, energy-efficient doors, and sliding dog doors. Each type of door comes in different sizes. The best door will depend on your climate, your preferences, and your dog’s size.

A dog door is normally secured with screws, but this will depend on the type of dog door and main door materials.

Dog doors are designed to be safe for your pet. If you’d like extra security, you can install a dog door that has a lock option, so you can choose when your companion is allowed outside time.

A wooden dog door installation will normally take between 15-30 minutes, but screen doors and glass doors may take longer.

What does a dog door installation include?

A professional doggie door installer will take care of every step, from choosing the right door to measuring, cutting, and fitting. Of course, the exact process and inclusions will depend on the type of door you want to modify. Here’s what you can expect from some of the most common door types:

Wooden door installation

Your installer will first measure and trace around a template to create an outline of your new doggie door on your existing door. Next, they’ll use a drill to create a hole in each corner of the outline, then use a jigsaw to cut out the space they outlined. In some cases, your handyman may need to remove the door from its hinges entirely and lay it out on sawhorses to make the cut. To complete the installation, they’ll sandwich the doggie door onto the hole in the door, and secure it with screws. If they’ve removed the door, they’ll re-install it so it’s all ready to use.

Glass door installation

If you need a doggie door glass installation, your contractor will first examine the glass to determine whether it can be cut. If the glass can be cut, they’ll trace a template where you want the doggy door before using a glass cutter to cut the shape out. Then they’ll sandwich the doggy door onto the hole to secure it. Alternatively, if the glass is toughened or tempered, they may decide to remove the panel of glass entirely, replace it with acrylic, and continue with the installation process. This method is best suited for doors with glass panels.

Screen door installation

There’s usually no need to remove a screen door from its hinges. Your dog door installer will first remove the spline chord on the screen door, and move the insect screen out of the way to reveal the security grille. Next, they’ll measure and mark where they need to cut out the grille, before removing any rivets in the area. Using bolt cutters, they’ll cut the grille and then use a jigsaw or an angle grinder cut the desired shape. A glazing vinyl is used to cover the raw edges of the grille, before sandwiching the doggie door on top and securing with screws. Finally, the insect screen is replaced and secured with the spline chord that was removed earlier, cutting away the screen that used to sit in place of the dog door.

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Recent Dog Door Installation tasks

Dog door installed in screen door

$100

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

2nd May 2026

Wanting to get a dog door put in my screen door

Install small dog door, New line put on hills hoist clothes line

$100

Sunbury VIC, Australia

1st May 2026

Dog door to be installed in laundry door . Door supplied Clothes line to be rethreaded with new line supplied

Install a dog door for me

$100

Ashwood VIC, Australia

30th Apr 2026

We have a glass window that has panes in sections we would like to remove the glass, have a dog door installed and then wood or something to patch the gap.

Install dog door into wooden door (pet door supplied)

$180

Claremont WA, Australia

30th Apr 2026

Hi, I need a pet door installed into my existing wooden door (see photos). * Pet door already purchased: Hakuna Pet Deluxe Aluminium (Medium) * Door type: standard wooden internal/external door * Need clean, professional cut and installation * Please ensure neat finish and proper sealing Location: Claremont Flexible with timing but prefer asap Please bring your own tools. Thank you.

Amazing job! On time, super polite, hard working person! Thank you

I need someone to install my la luna dog door and mount a tv on wall.

$150

Ellenbrook WA, Australia

30th Apr 2026

I have a dog door that needs to be installed. It is a DIY task but for me it's a 2 person job and i also don't have all tools needed. A tv needs to be mounted on wall. And other tiny things. If you can do some plumbing work like changing a tap, it would be great. Just let me know beforehand so i can get the hardware.

Aryan is quick and thorough with his job. Definitely would like him to do other things needed around the house. 100% recommended.

2 x dog doors in glass doors

$400

Panorama SA, Australia

28th Apr 2026

2 x dog doors in glass sliding doors

Install a dog door

$100

Lithgow NSW, Australia

27th Apr 2026

I need a dog door installed into a door from the laundry to the outside path

Dog door installation

$250

Ocean Grove VIC 3226, Australia

27th Apr 2026

Installation of dog door into wall of house. Outdoor power point to be removed first

Install hakuna pet patio dog door

$70

Armadale VIC, Australia

26th Apr 2026

We need our Hakuna pet patio dog door installed on our balcony sliding door

Install dog door + cut two metal pieces

$40

Frenchs Forest NSW, Australia

26th Apr 2026

Hi there, I’m looking for an experienced carpenter or handyman to help with installing a doggie door at my place, as well as cutting two metal pieces. Please bring your own tools and have experience with similar work. Located in Frenchs Forest. Flexible with timing over the next few days. Thanks so much!

George was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. He was punctual, professional, and clearly very experienced. He handled everything with great attention to detail and made the whole process feel easy and stress-free. Nothing was too much trouble for him, and he went above and beyond to make sure everything was done perfectly. On top of that, he was friendly, respectful, and a pleasure to deal with.

Install dog door.

$100

Tarragindi QLD, Australia

20th Apr 2026

Install Hakuna Pet Dog Door (see photo below) into current timber door (see front and back photos).

Installed the dog door quickly and efficiently. Thank you Greg!

Instal dog door in sliding door

$100

Wollert VIC, Australia

14th Apr 2026

I need to instal a sliding door dog door. It’s a separate panel that attaches in the sliding door mechanism.

Wonderful to work with.

Help build my dog door

$100

Yarraville VIC, Australia

10th Apr 2026

I am living in a rental and have purchased a Hakuna Pets Glass Patio Pet Door to attached to the glass siding door. I require assistance to attach it to the sliding door properly. See link to item here https://hakunapets.com.au/products/glass-patio-pet-door-2025?variant=46683579678872

Thanks Jacob for the help with installing my dog door! Easy communication, came on time and get the job done super efficiently.

Install dog door

$150

Footscray VIC, Australia

7th Apr 2026

Install dog door (door provided)

Sil is wonderful. So easy to work with and will book again

I require a new dog door double brick wall installation.

$500

Middle Park QLD 4074, Australia

29th Mar 2026

I require a new dog door double brick wall installation. I have already purchased the door kit included the wall liner.

Craig was awesome. Efficient, on time and did an excellent job, even when the rain came in he got things done.

Build Bed With gas lift + install doggie door

$100

Castle Hill NSW, Australia

24th Mar 2026

Bed is from sleeping giants it’s called “The Leo” it is a bed with a lift Plus installation of doggie door MUST have all own tools

Fast and efficient. Did the job no worries

Install door and dog door

$250

Florey ACT, Australia

15th Mar 2026

Install a dog door and door I have the door and the dog door. I need the current back door taken off, the dog door installed in a new door and hung. Take door knob and lock off the old door and put onto new one

Very skilled carpenter and very easy to deal with

Install dog door onto weatherboard

$150

East Victoria Park WA, Australia

6th Mar 2026

Hole cut with jigsaw and dog door installed. Must have own tools. Installation instructions in photos. There is a hole there already but it is not big enough.

Abdu was very friendly and did the job perfectly.

Dog door installation

$100

Fletcher NSW 2287, Australia

4th Mar 2026

I need my dog door replaced with a bigger dog door (already purchased just needs to be installed).

Great work, easy to deal with. Would highly recommend!

Build a dog door

$250

Elermore Vale NSW, Australia

2nd Mar 2026

I rather stupidly cut into our crimsafe screen door to install a dog door. The dog door frame base - combined with the base of the screen door - didn't give enough clearance for one of our dachshunds to get through, so it was unusable. I'm hoping to get someone to build a wooden frame to create a dog door. I already have the dog flap, but I'd need you to bring the tools and wood for the frame. It would be ideal for the frame to be thin so we can open the door fully as there is not much clearance there. Additionally, there are some exposed wires on the base and right side, so if you could bring something to cover it, that would be great - though that part isn't essential as I think I can do that myself. The hole measures approx 32cm high and 30cm wide. Appreciate the help!

Dylan did a fantastic job building our dog door. His workmanship was excellent and he took time to make sure everything was aligned. He was also wonderful with our dogs, which made the whole process easy and relaxed. I'd happily recommend Dylan and would definitely hire him again.