The deluxe Patio Pet Door by PetSafe is designed to be easily customizable to almost any sliding patio door. With its spring action tension, you should have a doggie (or kittie) door up and running in minutes. But, will it stay in place? Can it really be as simple as PetSafe says? For a helpful review of the product, read on.

Main Features

The major selling feature for the PetSafe Patio Pet Door is its ability to fit almost any sliding door system without the need for major carpentry work. It's also temporary, so you won't need to replace the door if you move or sell your home. The next big feature? The lock is reversible, meaning you can install the door on either side and still have a security lock.

Last but not least, the PetSafe patio door comes with a lifetime warranty - protecting you against product failure.

Cost of the Product

The PetSafe deluxe Patio Panel Pet Door typically retails for between $150 and $160. Though slightly more expensive than a standard door model, it doesn't require any major construction or saw work to get it installed.

Quality of the Product

The biggest complaint about the PetSafe patio door is that the seal and weather stripping that come with the door are sub-par. Over time, the adhesive wears off and the weather stripping won't hold up in conditions that are too hot or cold.

As a solution, many owners are purchasing their own silicone sealant and weather stripping to bring the PetSafe patio door up to par. So, when comparing this product or budgeting, expect to pay an additional $10 to $15 for better-quality stripping and sealant supplies.

Is it Easy to Install?

As long as your sliding patio door is no lower than 77 ¾" and no higher than 82", you can pop the PetSafe patio door right into place. However, once you've got the door in vertically, you may have to do some minor adjusting to get the right sideways fit.

Be prepared to install your own weather stripping and sealant to make sure the door fits tightly and with a good seal. Next, have a drill and screwdriver on hand so you can screw the PetSafe patio door into place. That said, with all the work, it's still an easy install and shouldn't take more than half an hour to get into place.

Biggest Problems

After the weather-proofing issue, the next major problem is the gap around the pet flap door. Homeowners in windy areas notice a blowing pet door in harsh weather and may want to look into weighting the bottom of the door.

Final Considerations

For the price, the PetSafe Deluxe Patio Pet Door is a great buy. It provides a temporary solution and doesn't require any major carpentry. However, homeowners need to be prepared to do a little extra work to make this pet door really "fit."