A one-way door is the main tool the crew we book uses to clear a possum out of a roof or wall cavity. It is a short tunnel or hinged flap fitted over the gap the possum has been using. The possum can push its way out when it heads off at night, but the door closes behind it and it cannot push back in from the outside. It is a simple idea, and it can be used on tiled roofs, metal roofs and wall cavities alike.
Getting the placement right matters. If there is more than one gap, the others are sealed first so the one-way door is the only way in and out. The crew checks for fresh rub marks, droppings and scratch marks to confirm which gap is in use, then fits the door firmly to the tiles, iron or fascia. On homes in Nundah with complicated rooflines, such as old Queenslanders with verandah roofs, this can take a bit of extra time.
The door usually stays in place for a few nights. Once the noise has stopped and the cavity is clear, the door is taken off and the gap is sealed with materials that suit your roof. You will be told what to listen for in the meantime and when the door is due to come off.
- Entry gap confirmed from rub marks and droppings
- Other gaps sealed first so the door is the only way through
- Door fitted firmly to tiles, iron or fascia
- Door removed and the gap sealed once the cavity is clear
- Upfront pricing before the visit is booked
Call 07 3543 7773 to book a one-way door fitting at your Nundah home. We will give you a price and book a nearby crew.