This often means getting up on the roof and having a.
Possum in my roof.
Determine what it actually is.
So what can i do when i hear noises in the roof.
When you see the possum.
Research online the most effective ways to do this.
Permit is usually required to trap and or relocate a possum.
Possum sprays nurseries hardware stores and supermarkets stock a range of possum deterrent sprays or you can make your own.
The subsequent liquid release will leave a mark as well as a pungent odour.
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.
A possum in the roof is usually a brushtail possum although occasionally ringtails may take up residence.
Firstly find out where the possum is entering your roof.
It s usually a possum or.
Do not place climbing plants near or on the house especially not near the eaves areas.
Assuming it s possums you can then work out how it gets in there.
If a possum is caught in your roof typical practice is to release it on your property at dusk.
See how to determine what s making the noise in the roof.
You can also put spikes along fences to keep them from using these as a highway.
Buy or build a possum boxor two and put it in a sheltered spot in your garden at least 4 metres off the.
Cut back trees that are growing near you home so possums don t have easy access to your roof.
What to do if there s a possum in your roof possum boxes.
Possums can sneak onto your roof if tree branches or other tall plants are positioned nearby.
A possum is a large animal and it has no qualms relieving itself in your roof.
Some other ways to deter them are.
This will probably be under the eaves and perhaps close to a tree or bush that rests against the house and provides access.
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.