Possum Removal Professionals in Surrey Hills
Licensed, humane possum removal in Surrey Hills — same-day service, free written quote and a 6-month guarantee. Call 1800 482 916.
Possum Problem in Surrey Hills?
Possum Removal Professionals in Surrey Hills
Surrey Hills' Edwardian homes and California bungalows have the shallow roof voids, party walls and unsealed chimneys that possums use, and the leafy streets keep a steady animal population moving through the suburb. The older construction lets the smell and the noise travel easily between attached homes. Possum Removal Pros services Surrey Hills and the surrounding Boroondara suburbs with DEECA-licensed, humane methods. We locate the exact entry point, remove the possum legally and seal the roof so no new animal moves in. The same Melbourne's inner-east possum service covers every suburb.
Is It Illegal to Kill Possums in Victoria?
Yes. Possums are protected in Victoria under the Wildlife Act 1975. It is illegal to trap, kill or relocate a possum without a current Wildlife Controller Licence issued by DEECA. Trapped brushtail possums must be released on the property where they were captured, no more than 50 metres from the capture site, after sunset on the day of capture. DIY removal risks fines and doesn't stop the next possum. Our Surrey Hills technicians are fully DEECA-licensed.
Signs You Have a Possum in Your Surrey Hills Home
The signs of a roof possum in Surrey Hills usually appear at night:
- Scratching, thumping or running sounds in the ceiling at night
- Hissing, screeching or coughing noises from the roof cavity
- A strong ammonia smell in the roof or upper rooms
- Yellow-brown stains on ceilings from possum urine
- Droppings on the roof, in gutters or around entry gaps
- Damage to garden plants, fruit trees and young branches
- Scratch marks on roof tiles, fascia boards or downpipes
Why Surrey Hills Heritage Homes Attract Possums
Surrey Hills's housing and surroundings have features that make possum entry easier than many owners realise:
- Edwardian and California bungalow homes with unsealed chimneys
- Shallow roof voids and party walls in the older construction
- Leafy streets and established gardens at roofline height
- Attached housing where a possum moves between properties
What Do Possums Eat and Where Do They Nest?
Surrey Hills gardens supply possums with food year-round. Their diet includes:
- Leaves, flowers and buds from garden trees and shrubs
- Fruit from backyard trees and vegetable gardens
- Birdseed, pet food and compost left accessible at night
- Native growth along the local green corridors
Possums nest in tree hollows and build drey nests, but a warm roof cavity is the preferred den. Once inside, they settle into insulation and move between ceiling voids. They are strictly nocturnal — leaving the den after sunset and returning before dawn.
How to Keep Possums Away From Your Property
These steps reduce possum pressure on your Surrey Hills home, but permanent protection needs professional exclusion:
- Trim tree branches to at least 2 metres from the roofline
- Install motion-activated lights near the roof line and garden
- Seal gaps around eaves, roof edges, vents and downpipes
- Secure bins and avoid leaving pet food or fruit out overnight
- Repair loose roof tiles and damaged flashing
These steps reduce access, but the permanent fix is professional proofing that seals every entry point and keeps possums out for good.
Types of Possums Found in Surrey Hills
Common Brushtail Possum
Cat-sized with thick silver-grey or brown fur and a bushy black tail. Loud and territorial, the brushtail is the species almost always found in Surrey Hills roofs.
Common Ringtail Possum
Smaller and quieter, with a white-tipped curling tail. Ringtails usually stay in trees and gardens in Surrey Hills and rarely enter roofs, though they may shelter under eaves.
Dead Possum Removal in Surrey Hills
Surrey Hills' Edwardian and Californian bungalow homes have the shallow roof voids and party walls where a dead possum is hardest to locate, and the older construction lets the smell travel quickly.
- The odour is traced before any opening is made
- Chimney and party-wall cavities are checked
- The carcass is recovered through a small access cut
- Wall junctions are treated so the smell stops
A carcass in a Surrey Hills home often settles beside a chimney, above a bay window or in a wall cavity shared with a neighbour. We trace the odour before opening anything.
Once confirmed, we recover it through a small opening and treat the wall junction so the smell stops moving between rooms.
Dead Possum Removal Service →Same Day Possum Removal in Surrey Hills
Surrey Hills' leafy streets and proximity to parks keep possums moving through rooflines, and same-day removal stops a problem from spreading to a neighbour's home.
- Same-day coverage across Boroondara
- Gear for heritage homes and shallow cavities
- Removal and entry sealing in one visit
- A written quote is confirmed before any work
We get to Surrey Hills the same day, ready for the heritage homes and their tight, shallow cavities. Removal and sealing happen in one visit.
The tree-lined streets mean roofs are at canopy height, so we handle the access carefully and close the entry before leaving.
Roof Repairs After Possum Damage in Surrey Hills
Surrey Hills' Edwardian and Californian bungalows have timber that possums chew easily, and their heritage value means repairs must be done with care.
- Heritage timber and fascia are repaired with care
- Chewed wiring is certified by a licensed electrician
- Wall plates and chimney flashing are checked
- Damaged insulation is replaced where needed
We repair the gnawed timber and fascia, replace damaged insulation and certify chewed wiring through a licensed electrician. On the bungalow and Edwardian homes we keep the repairs sympathetic to the original timber.
Wall plates and chimney flashing are checked, since those are the common re-entry points on homes of this era.
Roof Repair Service After Possum Damage →Possum Boxes in Surrey Hills
Surrey Hills' mature gardens and leafy streets give possums plenty of trees — a box in the right one keeps them out of the heritage roofs.
- High, stable mounting in mature garden trees
- Placement suited to the established streets
- A proper den option away from heritage roofs
- Bundled with removal and proofing visits
We fit boxes in the mature trees on Surrey Hills blocks, mounting them high and stable. The established gardens usually offer a good placement option.
A box gives the local possums a proper den and reduces the pressure on nearby rooflines.
Possum Box Installation Service →Possum Proofing in Surrey Hills
Proofing a Surrey Hills heritage home means sealing wall plates, chimneys and eave lines without damaging the original timber.
- Heritage-safe sealing that preserves original timbers
- Wall plates and chimney junctions are sealed
- Shared rooflines are checked for both homes
- All sealed points carry the six-month re-entry guarantee
We use heritage-safe sealing methods that close every entry route while preserving the character of the home. Wall plates, chimneys and eave returns come first on these older rooflines.
Because the houses are close together, we check shared rooflines so a gap on one side doesn't let a possum into the neighbour's cavity, and we work on both sides where the access allows.
Possum Proofing & Exclusion Service →Strata Possum Removal in Surrey Hills
Surrey Hills' apartments and converted homes share roof voids and party walls, so a possum in one unit becomes a building-wide issue quickly.
- Shared voids and party walls are mapped first
- The possum is removed once, not per unit
- Common entry points are sealed for the building
- One report, one invoice and photographs
We map the shared roof void and party-wall cavities, remove the possum once and seal the common entry points. Converted buildings get extra checks across the full shared void.
The owners' corporation gets one report, one invoice and photos of the sealed points, ready for insurance purposes.
Strata Possum Removal Service →What to Do If You Spot a Possum in Surrey Hills
If you see a possum in your Surrey Hills home or roof, follow these steps:
- Find the entry point from outside — roof edges, eaves, vents and gaps
- Don't seal it while the possum is inside — it can be trapped and die
- Never attempt to catch or handle the possum yourself
- Leave a door or window open at night if one is indoors so it can leave
- Call a licensed wildlife controller to remove and exclude
Possum Removal Cost in Surrey Hills
Possum removal in Surrey Hills typically starts from $220-$350 for a single-possum job with standard roof access. Homes with complex roof voids, multi-level access or proofing and roof repairs are quoted individually after a free inspection. You receive a written price before any work begins.
See Our Transparent Pricing →Why Hire Possum Removal Pros in Surrey Hills
- DEECA-licensed wildlife controllers on every job
- Local experience across Surrey Hills housing styles
- Free written quote before any work begins
- 6-month guarantee on entry point sealing and proofing
- Humane trapping with dusk release within home range
- Same-day availability, 7 days a week
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does possum removal cost in Surrey Hills?
Prices in Surrey Hills typically start from $220-$350 for a single-possum job with standard roof access. Heritage homes with shallow, complex roof voids are quoted individually after a free inspection.
Do you offer same-day possum removal in Surrey Hills?
Yes. We provide same-day possum removal across Surrey Hills and the Boroondara area. Call 1800 482 916 to confirm your address.
Is it illegal to kill possums in Victoria?
Yes. Possums are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975. It is illegal to trap, kill or relocate them without a current DEECA Wildlife Controller Licence. Penalties can include fines up to $10,000.
What should I do if I find a dead possum in my roof?
Don't try to remove it yourself. A dead possum decomposes quickly and creates a strong smell plus a health and hygiene risk. We offer same-day dead possum removal with full decontamination and odour treatment.
Do you service apartments and converted homes in Surrey Hills?
Yes. We work with owners' corporations across Surrey Hills' apartments and converted homes, with documented, building-wide possum removal and proofing.
Possum Services in Surrey Hills
Areas We Cover Near Surrey Hills
Possum in your Surrey Hills roof?
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