Possum Lifting Roof Tiles

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Possum lifting roof tiles.

You can do this by checking gaps of sunlight in the ceiling. This will usually be under the eaves or through a gap under your tiles. Firstly clench your fist and this will demonstrate the minimum size a possum will need to be able to force itself through a gap. Ensure that the possums are not sleeping inside and have the damaged area repaired.

Trap the possums and seal up entry points. Ensure that you install the tree guard at least two metres above the ground so that the possum can t climb anything to access the tree s trunk above the guard. Day lighting the roof with glass tiles worked for me but who knows how possums react to different situations. Build a possum box.

Use possum deterrents e g. A neighbour installed internal chicken wire panels between the joists so even lifting tiles would not gain them entry. Possums are quite energetic especially the brushtail meaning that they can lift a roof tile easily when searching for a place to live. Examine the ceiling to check for holes they might have used to make their way in.

A possum can find its way into your roof space through a multitude of spots. Possums are often able to lift tiles so this needs some attention if your roof is tiled. Possums can find many different ways to enter your roof or walls. If they are getting into your roof sleeping on top of your roof under solar panels or in open gable areas give us a call and we can give you a quote to block off the areas and change the reason for the possums to regularly visit your house.

The first step to getting rid of possums from inside your ceiling is find out how they are getting into your home. Disinfect and repair roof tiles.