Vents let hot air out of the roof space, which matters in a Queensland summer. The trouble is that an old or damaged vent can also let a possum in. Plastic vent covers crack in the sun, metal ones rust, and some are simply pushed out by a strong possum. In Southern Brisbane, a broken vent is one of the entry points the crew we book finds most often.
Vent proofing means covering these openings with sturdy mesh or a new fitted cover, so air still moves but animals cannot get through. The crew checks roof vents, eave vents, gable vents and wall vents, and looks at any roof turbines for loose bases or gaps around the flashing. Bathroom and kitchen exhaust outlets that pass through the roof are checked as well. Each opening is either covered, re-secured or flagged if it needs replacing.
- Eave and soffit vents
- Gable vents on older homes
- Wall vents near the roof line
- Roof turbine bases and flashing
- Exhaust outlets that pass through the roof
Proofing is done with galvanised mesh that holds up to sun and rain. The mesh is fitted firmly so a possum cannot pull it loose, while the openings still let the roof breathe. On homes with many vents, the crew will list them all so you can see what was done and where. Nothing is closed in a way that would hold heat or damp in the roof.
If you have heard possums near one end of the house, a vent on that side is a good place to start looking. We give upfront pricing before the visit, and the crew confirms the number of vents on site. For vent proofing in Southern Brisbane, call 07 3543 7766 and we will book a nearby crew.
