Possum In Roof

People who share their homes with possums describe hearing them walking around the roof cavity.

Possum in roof.

If this is the case it s not the end of the world because it hasn t had a chance to get too used to the area in your roof. Possums in my roof you may be hearing noises you may even be think i ve got possums in my roof or something scratching in the walls or even just chewing somewhere and you can t be sure you know where. Firstly find out where the possum is entering your roof. Cut back trees near your home.

Do not place climbing plants near or on the house especially not near the eaves areas. Possums are territorial and if you hear noises of possums in the roof for the first time chances are that it s a young possum which has taken up residence. Permit is usually required to trap and or relocate a possum. If a possum is caught in your roof typical practice is to release it on your property at dusk.

Sprays spikes and spotlights. Depending on the policy in your state it may be possible to have the possum relocated to another area but this is only ever done as a last resort. Possums will not usually run in the roof space. It s like a dripping tap once you ve heard it once you hear more often and louder each time.

Trap the possums and seal up entry points. Build a possum box. Remove any food sources. This will probably be under the eaves and perhaps close to a tree or bush that rests against the house and provides access.

Here are some steps you can take to safely remove a possum from your roof. Buy or build a possum boxor two and put it in a sheltered spot in your garden at least 4 metres off the. A possum in the roof. Possums can sneak onto your roof if tree branches or other tall plants are positioned nearby.

Tree branches should be trimmed a minimum of 5 feet 1 5 m away from the roof. Use possum deterrents e g. When you see the possum. What could be making all this noise.

Other tell tale signs that a possum is living in your roof can be stains on a ceiling or drip marks down your walls caused by urine. How to get rid of possums. Look carefully for any gaps or holes around the eaves then wait until dark. In fact our clients often compare a possum moving inside the roof to that of an elephant thumping around.