Possums build a loose nest, sometimes called a drey, from leaves, bark and whatever soft material is nearby, usually tucked into the driest corner of the roof cavity. Once a possum has moved out through a one-way door, that nest material is often left behind, along with droppings built up in the same spot over however long the roof cavity was in use.
Around Paddington, the crew we book checks the roof cavity once it is confirmed clear and clears out the nest material and droppings from the immediate area, rather than leaving it in place under newly sealed insulation. This is usually done as the last step before the opening is sealed, so the roof cavity is left in a reasonable state rather than sealed up with a build-up still sitting inside it.
Homes around Paddington with a roof cavity that has been in use for a while, weeks rather than days, tend to have more material to clear, particularly if insulation has been pulled around to line the nest. The crew tells you roughly what was found and cleared once the visit is finished, so you have a clear picture before the opening is sealed for good.
- Roof cavity checked once confirmed clear of the possum
- Nest material and droppings cleared from the immediate area
- Done as the last step before the opening is sealed
- Extra attention where insulation has been pulled around a nest
- Rundown of what was found and cleared once finished
Call 07 3543 7764 and we will book a local crew to check and clear the roof cavity around Paddington.
