Proofing is the work that closes off a roofline once a possum has moved on, or before one ever finds a way in. The goal is to check every likely gap and seal it properly, so the roof stops being an easier option than a nearby tree or shed. It is a job worth booking on its own, not only as an add-on booked right after a possum removal visit.
Around Booval, the crew we book checks the fascia and eaves, any broken or missing vents, lifted or cracked tiles, and branches overhanging the roofline that give a possum an easy jump-off point. Gaps get sealed with materials built to handle the outdoors, and vents are fitted with covers that still let the roof breathe properly. Downpipe junctions and the corners where two roof sections meet are checked too, since these spots are easy to miss on a quick look.
A full check of the roofline works better than patching the one gap you noticed, since a possum that cannot get back through its usual spot will often go looking for another one close by. This is why proofing is often booked straight after a possum job wraps up, while the weak spots are still fresh from the first inspection.
- 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 job or as a standalone check.
To get your Booval roofline checked and proofed, call 07 3543 7767 and we will book a local crew with pricing given upfront.
