Even after a possum is out of the roof, it usually stays in the area. Many streets in Victoria Point have gum trees, creek corridors and bushland close by, so possums will always be around. The aim of possum deterrents is to make your house and yard harder to reach and less rewarding, so they spend their nights somewhere else. It suits homes where possums keep returning to the same tree or veranda.
The crew we book walks around the yard and looks at how possums are getting from the trees onto the roof. They check branches that touch the roof or gutters, vines on walls, fences that run up to the eaves and power lines. They also look for what is drawing possums in, such as fruit trees, veggie patches or pet food left outside.
- A walk around the yard to find the possum's paths
- Tree collars fitted to trunks close to the house
- Advice on which branches to trim back from the roof
- Motion-sensor lighting and deterrent spray options
- Tips for protecting fruit trees and garden beds
Deterrents work well alongside roof proofing, since they reduce how often a possum tries the roofline. On their own, they will not keep a possum out of a roof that still has gaps, and the crew will tell you straight if sealing is the better first step.
You get an upfront price for the visit and for any items fitted, and the crew talks through the options before anything goes up. To book possum deterrents in Victoria Point, call 07 3543 7768 and tell us about the trees and garden around your home.
