Possum proofing is about the gaps a possum has not found yet. Once one possum has been in the roof, the house is on its map, and a roof with one gap usually has a few more. Proofing closes those weak spots so the next one has nowhere easy to get in. For many homes in Clayfield, it is booked on the same visit as the removal work.
The crew we book goes over the whole roofline, not just the gap in use. They look at the ends of ridge capping, the edges of iron sheets, broken or slipped tiles, gaps between the gutter and the roof, open gable vents, and the joins where a verandah, carport or extension meets the main roof. Each gap is sealed with a material that suits the spot, such as galvanised mesh, sheet metal, flashing or a flexible sealant.
Older timber homes often need more work than brick ones. Iron roofs lift at the edges over the years, timber fascia boards shrink or rot, and verandah roofs were often added long after the house was built. Newer homes are not immune either. Gaps around solar panel mounts, air conditioning pipes and roof vents are common ways in.
- Full roofline check, inside and out
- Gaps sealed with mesh, sheet metal or flashing
- Extension and verandah joins covered
- Pipe and cable entry points closed off
- A list of what was sealed and where
Proofing is priced after we hear about the size of the house and the roof type, and you get that price before anyone comes out. Call 07 3543 7766 to book possum proofing for your Clayfield home and we will send a local team.
