A possum in the roof is one of the most common calls we get from across Wynnum. Most people notice it at night, when heavy thumping and scratching start up above a bedroom or living room. Some also notice a musky smell, stains on the ceiling or droppings near a back door. This happens in older timber homes just as often as newer brick and colorbond builds, since a possum only needs one small gap to get started. We take the call, give you an upfront price and book a local crew to deal with it.
The crew we book begins with an inspection. They check the roof space for the nest and the path the possum uses, then walk the outside of the house looking at the eaves, gutters, ridge and vents. That tells them where the possum is getting in and out. A typical inspection takes less than an hour, though larger or harder to reach roofs can take a little longer. Once it is out of the roof, they close the gap so it cannot get back inside. A removal visit usually covers:
- An inspection inside the roof space and around the roofline
- Finding the nest and the entry point the possum is using
- Getting the possum out of the roof space
- Sealing the entry with mesh, flashing or sealant
- A run-through of what was found and what was done
If the crew spots other gaps that a possum could use later, they will point them out and give you a price to close them off as well. Many people in Wynnum choose to have the whole roofline proofed at the same time, and droppings or smells can be handled in the same visit if you want. The crew will also give you a rough idea of how long the whole job is likely to take before anyone climbs a ladder.
To book possum removal in Wynnum, call 07 3543 7773.
