Once a possum has been dealt with, the gap it used to get into the roof rarely closes itself. Proofing is the return visit step: the crew we book goes back over the roofline in Darra, finds the exact spot the animal was using and closes it with materials built to sit outside through summer heat and winter rain without breaking down.
Common weak points around Darra roofs include lifted tiles, gaps around vents and solar mounts on newer homes, and fascia boards or gable ends that have pulled away from the frame on older houses. The crew checks the whole roofline while they are up there, not just the one gap you have already noticed, so a second entry point does not turn into next season's callout.
- A full walk of the roofline to find every gap large enough for a possum to use
- Closing off vents, gaps under tiles and fascia damage with materials meant to stay outside
- A check that existing roof vents still let the roof breathe properly once sealed
- Notes on any spots that need a bigger repair job beyond simple proofing
- A rundown of what was closed up, in plain terms, before the crew leaves
Proofing works well when it accounts for how the roof breathes as well as how it keeps possums out, since sealing every gap without checking ventilation can trap moisture in the roof cavity. The crew balances both when working on Darra roofs, and will point out anywhere a repair is worth doing properly rather than just patched over quickly.
Proofing is usually booked straight after a removal, but it can be its own visit if you already have a good idea where the gap is. Call 07 3543 7766 and we will get a crew out to Darra to close it up.
