What we build

An enclosure for every home, cat and square metre.

From a discreet patio catio on a first-floor unit to a side run down the fence or netting over the whole backyard, every build is measured, designed and made to fit your place. Here's everything we can build for you and your cat.

Our standard

Whatever we build, this comes as standard.

Every kind of catio, one way of working. Everything on this page is held to the same escape-proof, cat-first standard.

Escape-proof by design

Heavy-duty mesh on a solid frame, sealed at every join. No gaps, no climb-outs, no weak points.

Real carpentry

Built by a carpenter with 25 years experience. Every joint, every fix, every finish is done properly, not just bolted together.

Measured to your place

Every build is designed around your windows, doors and yard. Custom-fit or out of the box depending on your requirements.

Tidy, respectful install

We install cleanly, tidy up after ourselves and show your cat the way out before we leave.

How it works

Same three steps, whatever we build.

  1. 1

    Chat & site visit

    Tell us about your cats and your space. We'll come out, measure up and talk through which of these builds fits best.

  2. 2

    Custom design & written quote

    You get a design tailored to your windows, doors and yard, plus a clear quote with no surprises.

  3. 3

    Build, install & move in

    We build and install it cleanly, tidy up after ourselves, and show your cat the way out. Sunbaking commences.

Good questions

Which catio is right for you?

The questions people ask when they're choosing between builds.

How do I know which catio style I need?

Start with your space. No yard? A window catio or balcony catio. Room to spare? A backyard run or walk-in enclosure. Still unsure? Describe your place when you request a quote and we'll recommend the right build at the free site visit.

Do you build catios for apartments and units?

Definitely, it's a big part of what we do. A balcony catio cat-proofs your balcony end to end, and a window catio works where there's no balcony at all.

Can you connect the catio to my house?

Yes, through an existing window, door or cat flap, so your cat comes and goes on their own terms. We work out the best connection point at the free site visit, based on where the enclosure sits and how your cat already moves around the house.

Do you repair enclosures you didn't build?

We do. Under repairs & maintenance we re-mesh, re-fix and patch up tired or storm-damaged cat enclosures, whoever put them there in the first place.

Can I have the whole yard instead of an enclosure?

You can. Cat-proof netting closes the top of your yard with a fine, barely-there net, so the whole garden becomes open-air, escape-proof territory with no run taking up the middle of it.

Are all your catios escape-proof?

Every one. Whatever the style, it's heavy-duty mesh on a solid, well-built frame, sealed at every join with no gaps a determined cat can push or climb through. Escape-proof is the standard, not an upgrade.

How much do your services cost?

Every enclosure is custom, so there's no set price list, a compact patio catio and a netted-in backyard are very different jobs. See how our pricing works, then build a quote for a free figure after the site visit.

Do you cover my part of Melbourne?

We build right across greater Melbourne. If you're not sure you're in range, get in touch and we'll let you know.

How do I get started?

Build your quote online in a couple of minutes, or contact us for a chat first. All free with no obligation, and we'll call you back to talk through the build that fits.

Local rules

Check your local council rules.

Cat curfews, containment and registration change from one Victorian council to the next. Find your council for a plain-English rundown, and see how a catio keeps you compliant.

Or browse all council guides →
Contact Us

Not sure which one you need?

That's what the site visit is for. Tell us about your cats and your space and we'll recommend the build that fits, no obligation.

Call 0458 678 438
carl@thecatiocarpenter.com.au

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