In Eatons Hill, most possums get onto roofs from trees. Gums, jacarandas, palms and fruit trees planted close to the house give them a ladder straight to the gutter. Possum tree guards take that ladder away. We give you an upfront price and book a local crew to fit them.
A guard is a wide band of smooth sheet metal wrapped around the trunk, high enough that a possum cannot jump over it from the ground. Possums need to grip bark with their claws to climb, and the smooth metal gives them nothing to hold. The crew we book works out which trees are giving access to the roof, measures each trunk and fits a guard to suit. The work usually includes:
- Checking which trees possums are using to reach the roof
- Measuring each trunk and cutting the guard to fit
- Fitting guards so the trunk has room to grow
- Pointing out branches or fences that still give a way up
Guards only help if there is no other route onto the roof. The crew checks for branches hanging within jumping distance, fences close to the eaves and pergolas that connect to the house. If a branch needs trimming, they will point it out so you can have it cut back. Palms can be guarded too, as long as the trunk is clear of fronds at the right height.
Tree guards work well with possum roof proofing and possum deterrents, and are often fitted on the same visit. To book tree guards in Eatons Hill, call 07 3543 7771, tell us roughly how many trees are close to the house, and we will give you a price and a time.
