How can you temporarily fix a non-code compliant pet door with paneling, trim paint, and gorilla glue for under $100 while having fun leaving notes and reminders?
Asked by Paul Harris 
6 months ago
Last Updated: June 15, 2024
Hey, I had a DIY idea! We took out the pet door to the garage (we don’t have a pet anymore) because it’s not up to code. We did a temporary fix for only $100, using paneling, trim, paint, and some gorilla glue. It was a fun project, and now we can leave notes and reminders on it too.
That specific door isn’t up to code for a garage entrance. It’s supposed to be a solid door, not hollow.
But good job on the patch work.
Hey
Here, the code allows for doors that aren’t solid (unlike the typical hollow core interior doors). For example, steel or fiberglass doors are acceptable.
Hey , it was actually up to code until my husband added a pet door 😡. It’s just a temporary quick fix. We’ll get a new door when we decide to sell…
I really wish I had considered this option for the dog door in the garage. Ended up replacing the whole door instead.
I’m really happy to get rid of the pet door. I couldn’t stand it. It’s actually pretty fun to write messages on it.