You can also remove them manually using a snare pole but take cautions.
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Tree branches should be trimmed a minimum of 5 feet 1 5 m away from the roof.
These hidden animals make themselves known to their human housemates as they run across the ceiling.
In fact one study of possums in urban tasmania found that 87 of their visits to dens were associated with buildings mostly older houses while 45 of den visits were to roof cavities.
Sprays spikes and spotlights build a possum box trap the possums and seal up entry points.
To get rid of possums in the attic you should start with traps either by diy possum traps or commercial traps.
Install a one way door.
Look carefully for any gaps or holes around the eaves then wait until dark.
Other tell tale signs that a possum is living in your roof can be stains on a ceiling or drip marks down your walls caused by urine.
When you see the possum leaving the roof block the gap with wood or chicken mesh.
The ultrasonic possum deterrent is a great overall repelling device for possums especially outside.
Using traps are the easiest way to get rid of them and you can use the traps.
Possums will only be on your roof regularly for three reasons they are living in your roof they are living on your roof or they are using your roof to get from a to b.
Possums can sneak onto your roof if tree branches or other tall plants are positioned nearby.
The subsequent liquid release will leave a mark as well as a pungent odour.
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A possum is a large animal and it has no qualms relieving itself in your roof.
Do not place climbing plants near or on the house especially not near the eaves areas.
If you re struggling to see when your possums are leaving the roof or concerned that one will be left behind and become trapped a pest controller will be able to advise on how to install a one way door that will let the possums out but not back in.
