Proofing is the work that happens after a possum has already moved on, or before one ever gets a foothold. The idea is simple: find every gap in the roofline a possum could squeeze through and close it properly, so the roof stops being an easy option compared with a tree or a shed.
In Goodna, the crew we book checks the usual weak spots first, gaps around the fascia and eaves, broken or missing vents, lifted tiles, and any place where a tree branch overhangs the roofline and gives a possum an easy jump-off point. Gaps get sealed with materials that hold up outdoors, and vents are fitted with covers that still let the roof breathe. Ridge capping, downpipe junctions and the corners where two sections of roof meet are checked as well, since these spots are often missed on a quick look but can open up after a few seasons of Ipswich weather.
Proofing works well as a full check of the roof rather than patching one spot on its own. A possum that cannot get in through its usual gap will often go looking for another one nearby, so the crew looks at the whole roofline in one visit rather than just the spot you noticed. This is also why proofing is often booked straight after a possum job finishes, since the roofline has already had one close look and the weak spots are already marked out.
- Full roofline check for gaps, broken vents and lifted tiles.
- Sealing of eave and fascia gaps a possum could use.
- Vent covers fitted that still let the roof breathe.
- Overhanging branches flagged as an easy path onto the roof.
- Useful after a possum has moved on or as a standalone check.
To get the roofline at your Goodna property checked and proofed, call 07 3543 7768 and we will book a local crew with pricing given upfront. For an older home, this visit can take a little longer than a newer build with a simpler roofline, and the crew will give you a rough idea of timing on the call.
