Humane, licensed and warrantied possum removal from your roof
Possum in Roof Removal
Possum in Roof Removal Melbourne is the job of getting a live possum out of your roof cavity, sealing the entry point it used, and stopping it coming back.
We handle single-storey homes in Toorak and double-brick terraces in Hawthorn the same way: find the entry, remove the animal humanely, proof the gap. If you are hearing scratching at 2am, contact us today.
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What's included
What our possum removal service includes
Every possum in roof removal services Melbourne booking includes the full removal and proofing of the main entry. Extra entries, insulation replacement and chimney capping are quoted on site before we start, so there are no surprises on the invoice.
Full roof inspection
We walk the roof with a torch and inspection camera, trace the entry, and photograph every gap over 20mm. You see the evidence before we quote. This takes 20 to 30 minutes on a standard single-storey Melbourne home.
Humane possum removal
One possum removed using a cage trap, one-way possum door or catch pole, checked for injury and released under our DEPI permit. Bait is apple, carrot and peanut butter. No poison, no glue boards, no harm to the animal.
Entry point proofing
The main entry is sealed with possum proofing mesh, timber battens and silicone sealant, and roof flashing is checked and reinforced. This is the step that stops the next possum getting in. Work is warrantied for 12 months.
Cavity clean-up
We bag droppings, remove badly soiled insulation batts where accessible, and sanitiser-spray the cavity. If a dead possum in roof is found, it is removed in a sealed bag and the area deodorised. Most customers notice the smell gone within 24 hours.
Written report and warranty
You get a report with before-and-after photos, the entry points we sealed, the warranty terms, and a simple maintenance checklist for after storms or hot spells. Payment is on completion and we take card on site.
Service overview
What Possum in Roof Removal Melbourne actually involves
Possum in Roof Removal Melbourne is a licensed wildlife service that finds the entry point, removes the possum from your roof cavity and seals the gap so it cannot return.
It is needed when you hear scratching above the ceiling, smell urine in the hallway, or find droppings on the roof flashing. We use a roof ladder, torch and inspection camera to trace the run, then set a possum trap or one-way possum door at the entry.
Melbourne homes get hit hardest between April and October, when brushtails and ringtails look for a dry, warm cavity. Older suburbs like Kew, Balwyn and Camberwell have terracotta tiles and wide eaves that lift in the wind, opening gaps the size of a fist.
If you need possum removal from roof Melbourne wide, we cover the inner east, bayside and north, and we can usually get to you the same day you call.
How we workWe verify the cause, compare realistic options, and confirm the repair before we leave.
The service timeline
How our possum removal process works
The process flexes to the condition, but these checkpoints keep decisions clear.
Phone triage
You describe the noise, the room it is coming from, and how long it has been going on. We ask about roof type, storeys and any previous possum activity. This takes 5 minutes and lets us load the right trap and mesh before we leave the depot.
Roof inspection
On arrival we set a roof ladder, walk the roof with a torch and inspection camera, and trace the entry point. We check the eaves, valleys, flashing and chimney. You get photos of the entry and a clear explanation of what we found before any work starts.
Humane removal
We set a possum trap or one-way possum door at the entry point and, where the animal is already inside, use a catch pole and gloves to move it into a release cage. The possum is checked for injury, then released per DEPI permit conditions. This step usually takes 30 to 45 minutes.
Proofing and sealing
Every gap over 20mm gets steel mesh, timber battens and silicone sealant. We reinforce roof flashing, cap the chimney if needed, and check the wall cavity for secondary entries. Proofing a typical Melbourne roof takes 1 to 2 hours depending on tile type and roof pitch.
Clean-up and sign-off
We remove droppings, replace badly soiled insulation batts, and sanitiser-spray the cavity. You get a written report with before-and-after photos, the warranty terms, and a simple maintenance checklist. Payment is on completion, and we take card on site.
Tools & methods
Tools and methods we use
Purpose-built equipment, used by trained technicians, so the job is done accurately the first time.
Possum Trap cage trap
Used to catch a possum that is still inside the roof cavity or wall. Baited with apple, carrot and peanut butter, checked daily, and the animal is released under our DEPI permit.
One-way possum door
Fitted over the main entry so the possum can leave but not re-enter. Left in place for 7 to 10 days, then removed and the gap sealed permanently with steel mesh.
Inspection camera
Slid into the roof cavity and wall spaces to pinpoint the possum, its nest and any chewed cables or dead possum in roof. Lets us work without cutting plaster where possible.
Havahart and Tomahawk traps
Heavy-duty cage traps for larger brushtail possums. Used when a standard possum trap is too small or the animal is too strong for a light-gauge cage.
Possum proofing mesh and silicone sealant
Steel mesh and silicone sealant seal every gap over 20mm in eaves, valleys and flashing. Timber battens reinforce larger openings. This is the step that stops re-entry.
Catch pole and release cage
Used to move a possum safely out of the cavity and into a release cage without handling it directly. Gloves and a torch are used on every roof entry.
Use cases
When to book possum removal
These examples show how the service framework adapts rather than forcing every call through one repair.
Brighton home, dead possum removed
A possum had died in the roof near the chimney and the smell was spreading through the living room within 48 hours. The family had moved out for two nights.
There was also a second live possum using the same entry. → We located the carcass with an inspection camera, removed it in a sealed bag, deodorised the cavity and replaced one soiled batt. The second possum was trapped and relocated under permit, and the chimney was capped. The smell was gone within 24 hours.
Camberwell home, two possums proofed out
Two possums were using separate entries in the eaves and had chewed a cable that tripped the safety switch twice in a month.
Insulation in the corner of the roof was flattened and soiled across roughly 4 square metres. → We trapped both possums over three checks, relocated them under permit, replaced the flattened insulation, and sealed both entries with steel mesh, timber battens and silicone sealant.
The safety switch has not tripped since, and the roof has been quiet for 12 months.
Problems we solve
Problems we solve for Melbourne homeowners
A possum in the roof is a noise problem first and a building problem second. Left alone, it becomes an electrical and health problem. These are the four calls we get most often across Melbourne.
Scratching and thumping at 2am
We trace the entry with an inspection camera, set a one-way possum door or cage trap, and remove the animal humanely. Most Melbourne customers sleep through the second night after our visit. We seal the entry the same day so nothing else moves in.
Urine smell in the hallway or bedroom
We remove the possum, bag the droppings, replace badly soiled insulation batts and sanitiser-spray the cavity. If a dead possum in roof is the source, we locate it with the camera and remove it in a sealed bag. The smell usually clears within 24 hours.
Chewed cables and tripping safety switches
We remove the possum, then inspect the cavity for chewed cables and pipe lagging and flag anything that needs a licensed electrician. Proofing with steel mesh and silicone sealant stops the animal getting back to the same spot.
Possum in wall cavity or chimney
We use an inspection camera to pinpoint the animal, then a catch pole or one-way door to remove it without cutting plaster where possible. Chimneys are capped after removal so it cannot happen again. Most jobs take 90 minutes to 2 hours.
Pricing process
What possum removal costs in Melbourne
$280 - $1,200 depending on entries, roof type and soiling
Number of entry points
One entry is the standard job. Two or more entries add 45 to 90 minutes of proofing time and $150 to $350 in materials and labour, because each gap needs mesh, battens and sealant.
Roof type and pitch
Terracotta tile and slate roofs take longer to walk and seal than Colorbond. A steep pitch over 35 degrees needs extra safety setup and can add $100 to $200 to the job.
Dead possum or heavy soiling
A dead possum in roof needs locating with an inspection camera, sealed-bag removal and cavity deodorising. Heavy droppings or urine-soaked insulation adds $150 to $400 depending on how much insulation needs replacing.
Customer reviews
What Melbourne customers say
★★★★★
“We had scratching above the bedroom for three weeks and thought it was rats. Frontline found a brushtail possum in the roof cavity, set a one-way door, and sealed the gap in the terracotta tiles. The noise stopped the second night. They showed me photos of the entry and left the roof cleaner than they found it.”
★★★★★
“A dead possum in the roof had us out of the house for two days. The tech arrived within 90 minutes, found it near the chimney, and removed it in a sealed bag. He sprayed the cavity and replaced two soiled insulation batts. The smell was gone by the next morning. Fair price, no drama.”
★★★★★
“Two possums in the ceiling and a chewed cable had tripped our safety switch twice. Frontline trapped both, relocated them under permit, and proofed the eaves with steel mesh. They also capped the chimney where the second one was getting in. Twelve months on, no possums, no noise.”
Questions before we arrive
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a possum out of my roof in Melbourne?
You call a licensed remover, because possums are protected and you cannot legally trap or move one yourself. We find the entry, set a one-way possum door or cage trap, and remove the animal humanely under a DEPI permit.
Most jobs are done in one visit of 60 to 90 minutes, and we seal the entry the same day.
How much does possum in roof removal cost in Melbourne?
Typical 2026 pricing in Melbourne runs $280 to $650 for removal plus proofing of the main entry, and $650 to $1,200 if the roof has multiple entries or a dead possum in roof needing deodorising. Emergency after-hours work adds $120 to $200. You get a fixed quote before we start.
Will possum in roof removal damage my roof?
No, when it is done properly. We walk on battens, not tiles, and use a roof ladder rather than dragging gear across the surface. The possum itself does the damage: urine corrodes flashing, droppings stain ceilings and flattened insulation loses its rating. Sealing gaps with steel mesh and silicone sealant protects the roof long term.
Can possum in roof removal be done humanely in Melbourne?
Yes. Humane removal is the only legal option in Victoria. We use cage traps, one-way doors and release cages, bait with apple and peanut butter, and never use poison or glue boards.
The possum is released within 50 metres of your boundary under our DEPI permit, which is the standard the Victoria Wildlife Act 1975 requires.
Related services
Related services
Possum Catcher
When the possum is moving fast through the roof cavity and a standard trap will not hold it, our possum catcher service uses a catch pole and Havahart cage trap to secure it safely. Booked alongside possum in roof removal Melbourne jobs when the animal is still inside.
Possum Trapping and Relocation
Trapping and relocation is the legal follow-on from removal. We set Wiretainers or Tomahawk traps, check them daily, and release the possum within 50 metres of your boundary under our DEPI permit. Most Melbourne jobs need one to three trap checks before the roof is clear.
Possum Proofing
Proofing is what stops the next possum. We seal gaps over 20mm with possum proofing mesh, timber battens and silicone sealant, reinforce roof flashing and cap chimneys. A full proof of a Melbourne roof takes 1 to 2 hours and carries a 12-month workmanship warranty.Ready when you are
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Send us the form with your suburb and what you are hearing, and we will book a time that suits. We answer after hours, and most Melbourne jobs are scheduled the same day or the next morning. You get a fixed price before we start.