Once possums have been in a roof for a while, they leave a mess behind. Droppings, urine-soaked insulation, nesting material and chewed wiring covers can build up over the ceiling, and stains can show through onto the plaster below. A roof cavity clean up clears this material out after the roof has been sealed, so the space is back to a clean state. In Toowong, where many roofs are old and hot in summer, a clean-up also helps with smell.
The crew we book goes into the roof space through the manhole and works along the ceiling, bagging and removing the mess. Roof spaces in older homes can be tight and hot, so the crew usually works in the cooler part of the day. The clean-up usually includes:
- Removing droppings and nesting material
- Taking out insulation that is badly soiled
- Treating the area to reduce odour
- Bagging and taking away the waste
- Photos of the roof space before and after
The crew will tell you how much insulation has been affected and whether it should be replaced. Replacing insulation can be priced as part of the job or left to an insulation installer, and we will give you upfront pricing either way. Stained ceiling plaster usually needs a sealer and a fresh coat of paint, which a painter can do. If chewed wiring covers are found, the crew will point them out so you can have an electrician look at them.
A clean-up is usually booked once the roof has been quiet and sealed. To book a roof cavity clean up in Toowong, call 07 3543 7764 and we will book a nearby crew.
