Possums in the roof are the most common call we get from the Inner North. It usually starts with a thump over the bedroom just after dark, then running and scratching that comes and goes through the night. Some people hear a coughing or hissing call. After a few weeks there is often a smell as well. Once you call, we give you an upfront price and book a nearby independent crew.
On the day, the crew we book walks around the house first, looking at the ridge, eaves, gutters and any trees or wires that reach the roof. Then they head into the roof space to find the nest and the main paths. The first job is to get the possum out of the roof. Once it has gone, the gap it has been using is sealed. The visit covers:
- Checking the outside roof line for gaps
- Finding the nest and droppings trail in the roof space
- Getting the possum out of the roof
- Sealing entry points with mesh, flashing or sealant
- Showing you what was found and what was sealed
Older homes often have more than one gap, so the crew checks the whole roof rather than just the noisy spot. If there is a mess around the nest or a strong smell, they will point it out and give you a price for a clean-up. You choose whether to go ahead, and nothing extra is done without your okay.
To book possum removal in the Inner North, call 07 3543 7770. Tell us your suburb, the type of home and where the noise is loudest. Visits can often be same-day or next-day where the run allows.
