The whole yard, netted and inescapable.

Cats get out by climbing and jumping, so we take the top away. A fine net stretched over the space and tensioned into the fence line leaves nothing to hook a paw over and nowhere to land, so even a keen climber runs out of options.

Usually, yes. The net works off the fence line and the house you've already got rather than replacing anything, so the yard stays the yard. If a fence is low, rotten or very gappy we'll tell you what needs shoring up first.

It can be, once the net covers the full area and the loopholes are closed, gates, gaps under the fence, low sections and branches pressing on the net. We assess the whole boundary as a system, not just the netted part.

No, it's virtually invisible once it's installed. Fine black net reads as almost nothing against the sky, and tensioned properly there's no bulk or shine to catch your eye, so most people stop noticing it within a week. From the garden you're looking through it, not at it, and you'll still see the sky.

A framed, meshed enclosure is the most contained option, full stop. Good netting gets a well-set-up yard very secure, but its success depends on the fences and closing every gap. We'll give you an honest read on your specific yard.

Largely, yes. A net overhead stops birds dropping into the yard and makes life awkward for possums using the fence line as a highway. It's built to keep your cat in rather than to seal the yard against everything, so we won't promise more than that.

Gates are a classic weak point, so we treat them along with the rest, cat-proofing the gate itself or adding a self-closing arrangement so an open gate doesn't become an open door.

It's rated for it. The net is UV-stabilised for full sun and tensioned so leaves and water shed off rather than pooling in it, and Melbourne wind and rain don't bother it. Branches resting on it are the usual cause of wear, so we trim back what's pressing and check the tension whenever we service it.

It's a durable, UV-rated net chosen for Australian conditions, not the cheap hardware-store stuff that goes brittle and chalky after a summer or two. It holds its strength and its colour, it won't rot, the fixings won't rust out, and we tension it properly so it stays taut rather than sagging into a hammock. Years, not seasons.

Netting a yard usually isn't a building matter, but boundary rules, fence heights and shared fences vary by council and can involve your neighbour. We flag anything worth checking. The final say is your council's.

It's priced by the area to be netted and how much gap-closing and prep is involved. A tidy, already-solid yard is quicker than one needing repairs first. You'll get a quote after we walk the boundary.

The easiest way is to build your quote online; it takes a couple of minutes and rough answers are fine. Prefer to talk? Get in touch and we'll call you back. Every quote is free and no-obligation; here's how pricing works.

Yes, we work right across greater Melbourne. If you're not sure you're in range, drop us a line and we'll let you know.

No problem, we cover the lot, patio catios, side runs, backyard cat netting and walk-in playgrounds. Browse the full range of services, or just describe your space when you request a quote and we'll point you to the build that fits.

Usually just a few days. Cats are drawn to warmth, height and a good vantage point, so once they've found the sun and something to watch, most make the space their own fast. Nervous or senior cats can take a little longer, we can build in cat ramps, low steps and cosy nooks to bring them along at their own pace. Tell us your cat's character when you request a quote and we'll tailor the fit-out.