If you are hearing heavy footsteps in the ceiling at dusk and again before dawn, there is a good chance a possum has moved into the roof. It is one of the most common calls we take from homes in Deception Bay. We ask a few questions about the noise and the house, give you upfront pricing and book an independent crew working nearby.
The crew we book begins with the roof cavity. They look for the nest, droppings, urine stains and the trails the possum uses along the beams. Then they head outside and check the gutters, eaves, ridge capping, vents and any spot where a carport or patio roof meets the house. Worn edges and fur marks usually point to the main way in.
- Roof cavity and roof line inspected
- Nest, entry points and damage shown to you
- Minor gaps sealed straight away
- Exclusion door fitted over the main way in
- Final gap sealed once the possum has left the roof
The exclusion door lets the possum out when it goes to feed but stops it from getting back in. Once the roof has been quiet, the door comes off and the gap is closed with mesh, flashing or sealant. The crew will explain how long that is likely to take on your home and whether a short return trip is needed. Branches or fences that give the possum an easy path onto the roof will be pointed out too.
Many roofs in Deception Bay have more than one way in, so the crew checks them all. To book possum removal, call 07 3543 7768 and tell us your street, the age of the home and where the noise seems to come from.
