Removing a possum only solves the problem for as long as the roof stays closed. In Eatons Hill, where bushland is never far away, an open gap will usually be found by another possum within weeks. Possum roof proofing seals every opening along the roof line, not just the one that was being used. We give you an upfront price and book a nearby crew.
The crew we book checks the roof from a ladder, from the ground and from inside the roof space. On tiled roofs they look at the ridge capping, valleys and any slipped tiles. On metal roofs they check the sheet ends, flashings and gutters. On two-storey homes they pay close attention to where lower roofs meet upper walls, since these joins often open up over time. Typical work includes:
- Mesh or flashing where roof sections join
- Sealing gaps under ridge capping and at valleys
- Closing openings around pipes, flues and cables
- Mesh along the gap between gutters and roof sheets
- Checking around solar panel frames for gaps into the roof
Once the work is done, the crew shows you each spot they sealed. If there are trees within jumping distance of the roof, they may suggest tree guards as well, since a sealed roof with an easy path onto it still invites possums to keep trying.
Proofing can be booked with possum removal or on its own if you want to get ahead of the problem. The mesh used is tough enough that possums cannot chew or pull it away. To book possum roof proofing in Eatons Hill, call 07 3543 7771. Tell us about your roof and whether it is single or two-storey, and we will give you a price and a time.
