Getting a possum out of the roof is only half the job. If the way in stays open, another possum will find it. Possum proofing is about closing every gap on the house so the roof space stops being an option. In St Lucia, where many homes have old timber eaves, tiled roofs and trees close to the gutters, there are usually more gaps than people expect.
The crew we book walks around the house and checks the roof line from the ground and from a ladder. They look at the joins between roof and wall, the eaves, the ridge, vents and anywhere an extension or pergola meets the original house. They then close each gap with the right material for that spot.
- Galvanised mesh over gaps under eaves and at gable ends
- New or refitted ridge capping on tiled roofs
- Flashing where roof sheets meet walls
- Replacement vent covers and whirlybird screens
- Advice on branches that give possums a path to the roof
Proofing works well once the roof space is empty, so it is often booked with a removal visit. If you have already had a possum removed and the noises came back, proofing is usually the missing step. The crew will show you photos of each gap before and after it is closed.
Every roof is different, so we give you upfront pricing based on the size of the house, the roof type and how many spots need attention. The crew explains what they plan to seal before they start, and they will tell you if they see anything they cannot fix, such as rotten fascia that needs a carpenter. To book possum proofing in St Lucia, call 07 3543 7768 and we will line up a local crew.
