Removing a possum only solves half the problem. If the gaps around your roof stay open, another possum will find them, often within weeks. Possum proofing is about closing those gaps so your home is no longer an easy place to move into. For many homes in Southern Brisbane, proofing is the part of the job that brings the quiet nights back.
The crew we book walks the roof line from outside and checks the roof cavity from inside. They look at ridge capping, tiles, valleys, gutters, fascia boards, vents and every place where the roof meets a wall. Anything a possum could squeeze through is noted, and you get a plain list of what needs closing and what it will cost.
- Ridge capping and cracked or shifted tiles
- Gaps between the gutter and the fascia board
- Open or broken roof and eave vents
- Gaps where pipes, cables or flues pass through
- Joins where a lower roof meets a higher wall
- Old chimneys with open tops
The materials depend on the roof. Galvanised mesh, metal sheeting and purpose-made fittings are common, and the crew will match the fix to the spot so it holds up to weather and to a determined possum. The work is done with as little disturbance to the rest of the roof as possible, and they will show you each sealed point if you ask.
Proofing can be booked on its own or as part of a removal visit. Many people in Southern Brisbane book it straight after they hear a possum for the first time, before one has a chance to settle. If you have had possums before, it is worth asking for a full proofing check. Call 07 3543 7766 for upfront pricing and a booking with a nearby crew.
