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Recent Dog Door Installation reviews

Very happy client ! Efficient and professional:) Love your work

Install dog door into a screen sliding door

$100

Brendan completed the job quickly and efficiently. The dog door is perfect.

Dog door installation

$200

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

Install dog door in wooden door

$100

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

Leo is extremely helpful and efficient. Job well done!

Help me install a dog door on my metal mesh fly screen.

$120

Provided replacement glass with dog door. Easy going, friendly, communicative, provided constructive advice and assisted with storing the old glass away securely for future reversion back. Good quality work. Recommended.

Install dog door for English staffy on glass paneled door

$300

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$158

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$250

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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

Customise a dog door

$100

North Geelong VIC 3215, Australia

5th Aug 2026

Hi All. I need someone to customise my dog door. I need to make it bigger if possible. I have reached out to a couple of window places but they are unable to help. I am hoping a handy man might know what to do. Current measurements Pls see below. A 29.5 cm B 74 cm C 41 cm D Just under 27 cm I want the measurements below: so will need a new vinyl flap. 85 cm long D Just under 27 cm. The door is a https://www.bunnings.com.au/hartman-385-x-270mm-large-pet-door-for-patio-and-sliding-doors_p3961412

Fit dog door to sliding glass door

$300

Yallambie VIC 3085, Australia

4th Aug 2026

Fit dog door to sliding glass door

Dog Door in Glass

$500

North Adelaide, South Australia

4th Aug 2026

Dog door instalation and supply. Window glass dimensions, 27cm x 48cm

Dog door installation

$10

Riverstone NSW 2765, Australia

4th Aug 2026

Looking for dog door installation on the glass door breed is pomeranian.

Fix door and install dog door

$300

Perth WA 6060, Australia

4th Aug 2026

I am looking for options and costs of installing a dog door. The door is the old wooden style, but it could do with some refurbishment (see photos) - I don't know if that's possible, also happy without. there is a fly screen door but that can be propped open as I imagine it's easier to do the one door rather than both. It's for a mini sausage dog who will end up being around 7kg, so fairly small size. I am happy to reimburse for the door or purchase one and do some research on sizes. Thank you

Install dog door

$120

Hazelmere WA 6055, Australia

3rd Aug 2026

I would like a dog door installed on glass door.

Dog door install

$100

Taylors Lakes VIC 3038, Australia

3rd Aug 2026

Looking for someone that can install a doggy door into my wooden laundry door.

Install Dog Door

$150

Hyde Park SA 5061, Australia

31st Jul 2026

Install a new dog door, to replace this existing one. Should be an easy job but must have experience as the new door might be a little bigger. This is the new door. https://www.australianpetdoors.com.au/products/petsafe-staywell-aluminium-pet-door-medium/

Great work as usual.

Install dog door

$100

Melbourne VIC 3163, Australia

31st Jul 2026

I’m looking for an experienced handyman or carpenter to install a dog door into an existing external timber door. Job includes: * Measure and mark the correct position. * Cut the opening in the timber door. * Install and secure the dog door (already supplied). * Ensure it opens/closes properly and seals neatly. * Clean up after the job. The dog door is a reuse from rental. Please bring your own tools (jigsaw, drill, etc.). I’d prefer someone who has installed dog doors before or has experience with carpentry/door modifications. Please include photos of similar work if available.

Install dog door

$50

Edmondson Park NSW 2174, Australia

29th Jul 2026

Install x-large pet door onto bedroom door. W370 H585

Professional, efficient and very friendly. Would use again and recommend to others.

Swap out glass with dog door for original glass

$150

Lilyfield NSW 2040, Australia

25th Jul 2026

We recently had glass with build in dog door fitted however we want to change it back to the existing glass which we have kept in our garage. Must be experienced & qualified glazier. Tools required We have the glass ready to go.

Job done fast. Thanks so much

Replace an external door with a new one and fit a dog door

$400

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

22nd Jul 2026

Replace the existing door with a new one and fit a dog door into the new door

Brayden was amazing and was great at what he does

Install dog door

$10

Altona North VIC 3025, Australia

17th Jul 2026

Need a dog door fitted to a solid external door and security door removed. I can purchase dog door

Excellent workmanship and service installing our dog door, highly recommended

Install new back door and dog door

$200

Berkeley NSW 2506, Australia

15th Jul 2026

We have a new external door from Bunnings we need to have installed. Recess hinges, install door lock assembly and cut out rectangle for dog door, must be skilled and have tools

100 would recommend and also have back for other jobs. Went above and beyond

Handyman needed: hang picture, fix dog door, fit pull-out shelves

$300

Chifley NSW 2036, Australia

4th Jul 2026

Looking for a handy person for three jobs in one visit: 1. Hang a large framed picture Hang a large framed picture in the living room. I'll point out the spot and confirm the height on the day. Please bring appropriate wall fixings. 2. Cover the dog door in the garage There's an old dog door in the garage that needs to be covered/sealed with a piece of plywood (supplied). Need to cut the plywood to size. 3. Fit pull-out wire baskets in a cupboard I've bought a set of Tansel stainless steel pull-out baskets to install into an existing cupboard. Cupboard opening is 325mm W x 495mm D x 2190mm H, single door hinged on the left. The kit includes: 2x plain baskets, 250W x 150H x 485D 5x plain baskets, 250W x 100H x 485D 7x side mount runners (450L) 7x 11mm battens (450L) Baskets and hardware will be supplied by me, just need them fitted level and running smoothly. What you'll need: Basic hand tools/drill, level, wall fixings appropriate for hanging a picture frame. Timing is flexible, we mostly work from home. Any questions, let me know. Thanks!

Really thorough and a great problem solver when things aren't as simple as they seem. Highly recommend.

Install large dog door into glass window

$250

Mount Waverley VIC 3149, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

Looking for an experienced glazier/handyman to install a dog door for a large dog (Golden Retriever size) into an existing glass window. The job will involve: * Assessing the existing window and advising the best installation method * Supplying and installing a suitable large/XL dog door (or I can supply if preferred) * Replacing the glass panel with a suitable custom-cut safety glass panel if required * Ensuring the installation is secure, weather-sealed and properly finished Ideally completed by 3rd July Please include your quote, availability, and whether you can supply the dog door and glass. Must be able to provide invoice.

David was incredibly knowledgeable and efficient. His attention to detail is impeccable, he even picked up another issue that we had in the house and fixed it on the spot. Thanks so much again, highly recommend!

Dog door medium size

$180

Wynnum West QLD, Australia

10th Jun 2026

Dog door supply and installed please. Into mesh security screen door - see pics We already have one dog door, but need a second one, ideally the same brand as our other one (see pics for original door)

Outstanding AirTasker. Thanks so much Simon. Matched our new 2nd dog door perfectly to the existing one, super quick and very professional. Highly recommend him to anyone

Dog door installation

$200

Wishart QLD 4122, Australia

4th Jun 2026

dog door installation need it done today ideally

Great bloke very professional would recommend

Dog door installation

$100

Collaroy Plateau NSW 2097, Australia

2nd Jun 2026

Hi we just moved house & need help - dog door installation on laundry door etc ..

Highly recommend 😊👍 We are very happy with his work.

Dog door installation

$100

Nundah QLD, Australia

27th May 2026

I already have a small dog door in a standard aluminium security door but I need a larger one for my current dog.

Great serice and installation of my dog door.