Possum proofing is about stopping the next possum, not just the current one. Around Deception Bay, possums live in the foreshore trees, parks and backyards, so there is always another one looking for a roof. If your home has open gaps, it is only a matter of time before one moves in.
The crew we book walks the full roof line and checks the roof cavity from inside, looking for daylight coming through. On older brick and fibro homes, common gaps include cracked eave sheets, loose ridge capping and the joins where carports and patios were added. On newer homes, gaps are often found at the gutter line under the tiles, around the garage roof and where pipes pass through the walls.
- Roof line and roof cavity checked for gaps
- Gaps under tiles closed with mesh or mortar
- Joins between roof sections sealed with flashing
- Loose eave sheets and fascia gaps secured
- Pipe and cable holes packed and sealed
- Photos of the finished work on request
Materials are chosen to suit the roof and the salt air near the bay, including galvanised mesh, metal flashing and outdoor sealant. The work is kept neat, so it does not stand out from the street. Proofing also makes it harder for rats and mice, which often use the same gaps as possums.
Proofing is often booked right after a removal, but it can be done at any time. If you have had possums before or can see gaps from the ground, it is worth doing before the cooler months arrive. Tell us the roof type and roughly how old the home is. Call 07 3543 7768 for an upfront price for your home in Deception Bay.
