Possum in the roof tonight? Call now
Possum Removal Algester
Bushland such as Toohey Forest brings possums right up to the back fence in parts of the southside, and Algester roofs are an easy step from there. We move them out humanely and seal every gap.
Possums are protected in Queensland. We never take them away or harm them.
- 24/7 emergency line
- Humane possum handling
- Every entry point found and sealed
- Upfront pricing, no hidden costs
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- inspections on most days
- Same day
- busiest possum months
- Apr–Aug
- suburbs covered
- 367
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Possum in the Roof? Do This First
Near the southside reserves possums come over the fence and into the roof through a lifted tile or a gap in the eaves.
Heavy footsteps at dusk and dawn are the giveaway, and the first few nights are the time to call us.
Possum inside the living area?
Close the doors to that room, open an outside door or window, turn the lights off and leave it alone. Do not try to grab it: possums scratch and bite when cornered.
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Do not block the hole straight away
If the possum is inside when you seal the gap it will be trapped, and it can die in the roof or chew through the ceiling to get out.
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Do not use poison or deterrent sprays
Possums are protected native animals, and a possum that dies in the roof leaves a smell that lasts for weeks.
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Watch at dusk
Stand outside around sunset and watch where it comes out. That gap is the main entry point and saves time on the day.
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Keep pets inside at night
Dogs and cats can be badly scratched, and a frightened possum may stay in the roof rather than leave.
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Then call us on 07 3916 7673. Answered day and night, with same day visits on most days.
What we do
Our Possum Removal Services in Algester
Getting the possum out is the easy part. Keeping it out is what we are known for.
Roof Possum RemovalPossums cleared from roof voids and ceilings
Possum ProofingGaps, eaves and lifted tiles sealed for good
One-Way Possum DoorsThe possum leaves at dusk and cannot get back in
Humane Possum TrappingBrushtails trapped humanely and released on site
Chimney & Wall Cavity RescueStuck possums reached and brought out safely
Roof Clean-up & DeodorisingDroppings, nesting and soiled insulation cleared
Dead Possum RemovalLocated, removed and the area deodorised
Emergency Possum Removal24/7 for possums loose inside the house
Commercial & Strata PossumsShops, schools, offices and apartment roofs
Sound familiar?
Common Possum Problems in Algester
Possums and rats are often confused. These are the signs that point to a possum.
"Heavy thumping across the ceiling at dusk"
Slow, heavy footsteps as the possum leaves at dusk and returns before sunrise. Rats sound lighter and faster and are busy all night.
"Hissing and screeching in the roof"
Brushtail possums make loud, throaty calls, especially in the breeding season or when two animals argue over territory.
"A yellow stain on the ceiling"
Urine soaks through the plaster and cornices, and the ammonia smell gets stronger in warm weather.
"Droppings on the deck and in the gutter"
Possum droppings are about the size of an olive pit, much larger than rat droppings.
"Bent gutter guard and a lifted roof sheet"
Possums push up roof sheets, tiles and eave linings and leave greasy rub marks around the gap they use.
"Something is eating the roses and fruit"
Missing buds, rose shoots, fruit and herbs overnight usually mean a possum lives close by.
Know what you are dealing with
Is It a Possum or a Rat in the Roof?
The sounds and droppings usually give it away. Here is how to tell which one is living in your ceiling.
| Possum | Rat | |
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| Sound | Heavy thumps, like someone walking across the ceiling | Light, fast scurrying, scratching and gnawing |
| When you hear it | Mostly at dusk and again before dawn | On and off all night |
| Droppings | About the size of an olive pit | Small, like a grain of rice |
| Other signs | Urine stains, hissing and screeching calls | Chewed wiring, food packets and gnaw marks |
| Protection | Protected native animal. Must be released on site | Pest. Can be baited and trapped |
| The fix | Humane removal and proofing every gap | Baiting, trapping and sealing entry points |
Sounds more like rats? Rat & Mouse Control
Local technicians
The Sooner It Is Out, the Less There Is to Clean
Every week a possum stays means more stained plaster and flattened insulation. Same day inspections are available on most days.
Call 07 3916 7673Local conditions
Why Algester Has So Many Possums in Roofs
Brushtail and ringtail possums are a normal part of life in South East Queensland, and our houses suit them well.
Local Notes for Algester
We look after homes and businesses in Algester, postcode 4115, about 16 km from the Brisbane CBD in South Brisbane. Post-war homes on stumps sit on hilly blocks close to the city, with brick homes on concrete slabs and townhouse complexes further south. Pockets of bushland such as Toohey Forest bring possums and other wildlife right up to the back fence.
Termite inspections, possum removal and general pest treatments are all in steady demand. Restaurants and food shops in the busier centres also keep our cockroach and rodent programs going year round.
In Algester the usual entry points are lifted roof sheets or tiles, gaps where two roof lines meet, broken eave linings and openings left by old renovations. We check all of them, because a possum locked out of one gap will go looking for the next.
What to watch for around Algester
- Termites entering slab homes through weep holes and garden beds
- Possums in roofs near bushland reserves
- German cockroaches in kitchens and food businesses
- Rodents around sheds, chicken coops and compost
- Suburb
- Algester
- Postcode
- 4115
- Region
- South Brisbane
Leafy streets and big trees
Mature gums, mangoes and street trees give possums food and a highway onto the roof. A branch touching the gutter is all a possum needs.
Older roofs with gaps
Queenslanders and older brick homes have metal roofs that lift, gaps where two roof lines meet and eave linings that crack. Renovations often leave new gaps too.
Cooler months send them inside
Possums move into roofs for warmth as the nights cool from April, and young possums leave their mothers and look for a roof of their own over winter.
Possum Removal calls in South East Queensland, by month
How busy each month usually is for this service.
What is at stake
Why a Possum Should Not Be Left in the Roof
A possum does not move out on its own, and the damage adds up the longer it stays.
Stained, weakened ceilings
Urine soaks into plaster and cornices, leaving stains and a smell that can mean replacing the ceiling sheet.
Wiring and insulation damage
Possums flatten and soil insulation and sometimes chew cables in the roof void.
Lost sleep
Thumping, scratching and screeching above the bedroom every night, often at the same time.
DIY can backfire
Possums are protected, so trapping or moving one yourself can mean a fine, and sealing one in the roof is cruel.
How it works
How Our Possum Removal Works
Possum out, every gap closed, roof cleaned if you want it. Your technician explains each step and the price before starting.
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Inspect and identify
We check the roof inside and out to confirm it is a possum, find the nest and map every entry point.
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Upfront price
You get a fixed price for removal and proofing before any work starts.
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Get the possum out
A one-way door lets it leave at night and not return. Where the roof does not suit a door, a cage trap is set and checked promptly.
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Seal every gap
Entry points are closed with mesh, flashing and timber that possums cannot pull apart. We check no animal is left inside first.
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Clean up
Optional removal of droppings and soiled insulation, and deodorising of the roof void.
Humane, every time
Possums are protected native animals. A trapped possum is released on the same property, within 25 metres of where it was caught, after dark. We do that every time.
Pricing
How Much Does Possum Removal Cost in Algester?
Most of the cost is in the proofing, because that is what stops the possum coming back. These are the things that set the price.
What sets the price
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Roof type and height. A single-storey tiled roof is quicker than a steep or two-storey metal roof that needs extra safety gear.
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Number of entry points. Older roofs with several gaps take more time and materials to seal.
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Removal method. A one-way door or a cage trap with follow-up visits.
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Clean-up required. Removing droppings and insulation and deodorising the roof void is optional and priced separately.
You get an upfront price once the technician has seen the job, and that is the price you pay. No hidden costs.
Why Freshify
Why Algester Chooses Freshify for Possum Removal
Possum jobs are about doing it humanely and closing every gap, not just the obvious one.
Same day inspections
Technicians across Algester, so you are not lying awake for another week.
Humane handling
Every possum handled under Queensland wildlife rules and released on site.
Proofing that lasts
Mesh and flashing fitted to the roof, not cardboard and expanding foam.
Upfront pricing
A fixed price for removal and proofing before work starts.
24/7 emergency line
A possum loose in the house is treated as urgent, any hour.
Photos of the work
You see every gap we found and how it was sealed.
Peace of mind
Why Households Trust Us With Possum Removal
Letting someone into your home, roof or subfloor is a big ask. This is what you can count on from the first call.
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You know who is coming. We confirm the technician and the arrival window before they set off.
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You see what we found. Photos of the problem, and of any entry points or damage, before and after the work.
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Nothing is done without a yes. The plan and the price are explained and agreed before any work starts.
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You can call us back. If activity continues after the job, ring the same number and we come back to it.
Where we work
Possum Removal Near Algester
Our technicians cover all of South Brisbane. These are the closest suburbs with their own possum removal page.
- Possum Removal Sunnybank Hills
- Possum Removal Calamvale
- Possum Removal Parkinson
- Possum Removal Stretton
- Possum Removal Sunnybank
- Possum Removal Runcorn
- Possum Removal Coopers Plains
- Possum Removal Drewvale
Questions
Possum Removal Algester FAQs
What people ask us most before they book.
Ask us something else
Can you take the possum away from my Algester property?
No. Possums are protected, and a captured possum has to be released on the same property within 25 metres of where it was caught. The solution is to shut it out of the roof, not to move it somewhere else.
How much does possum removal cost in Algester?
It depends on the roof, how many entry points need sealing and whether you want the roof void cleaned. The technician inspects first and gives you a fixed price before any work starts, with no hidden costs.
Is it a possum or a rat in my roof?
Possums are heavy and slow, and you will hear them mostly at dusk and before dawn. Rats are lighter, faster and active through the night, often with gnawing sounds. Possum droppings are also much larger. Our inspection confirms which it is.
How long does possum removal take?
The inspection and most of the proofing are usually done in one visit. With a one-way door or trap, it normally takes one to three nights for the possum to leave or be caught, then we return to seal the final opening.
Will the possum come back?
The same possum will certainly try, because it knows the roof. That is why proofing is the most important step. Once every gap is sealed with mesh and flashing it cannot get back in.
Do possums damage the house?
Yes. Urine stains and weakens ceilings, nesting flattens and contaminates insulation, and possums occasionally chew wiring. The longer one stays, the more cleaning up there is to do.
What if there is a baby possum?
Young possums travel in the pouch or on the mother's back, so they leave with her. Our technicians check before any opening is sealed so no animal is trapped inside.
Will a nest box help?
Often, yes. A possum shut out of the roof needs somewhere to go. A nest box in a tree on your property gives it a new home and makes it less likely to keep testing the roof.
Get Your Roof Back, and Your Sleep
Call now for a same day inspection in Algester. Humane removal, every gap sealed and an upfront price before we start.
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