"Heavy footsteps across the ceiling at dusk"
Possums leave the roof at dusk and come back before dawn. Thuds at those times are the giveaway.
Thumping in the roof every night? Same day visits
Possum Removal in Melbourne, Sydney & Brisbane
Possums are protected native animals in every state, so getting one out of your roof has to be done humanely and the right way. Our technicians in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane remove the possum, release it close by after dark and seal the gaps it used to get in.
One-way doors, humane traps, roof proofing and clean-up of droppings and urine.
- 24/7 Emergency Service
- Melbourne, Sydney & Brisbane
- Upfront Pricing, No Hidden Costs
- Entry points sealed after removal
Get a Possum Removal Quote
Tell us where the noise is coming from and when you hear it.
3 cities
Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane
Same night
release close to where it was found
993
suburbs covered
24/7
phones answered
Possum in the Roof or the House Right Now?
Possums wake at dusk, which is why the noise starts just as you sit down for dinner. They are not aggressive, but a frightened possum will scratch and bite if it is cornered, and their urine stains and smells through ceilings quickly.
Do not try to grab or corner the possum
Possums have sharp claws and teeth. Handling them, trapping them yourself or moving them far away harms the animal and can land you in trouble, because they are protected.
- 1
If it is inside the living area, give it a way out
Close internal doors and open an outside door or window in that room.
- 2
Keep pets and children away
Dogs and cats can corner a possum, and both get hurt.
- 3
Do not block the roof gap yet
Sealing a gap with a possum inside traps it, and it will chew its way out or die in the roof.
- 4
Note where and when you hear it
The time and spot help us find the entry point quickly.
- 5
Call 07 3544 9883
We book the visit and remove the possum humanely.
Possum Removal Services We Offer
Every job ends with the possum outside and the way back in closed off.
Roof Possum RemovalPossums out of the roof space and kept out
Possum ProofingGaps under tiles, eaves and vents sealed
One-Way Possum DoorsThe possum leaves on its own and cannot return
Humane Possum TrappingCage trapping and release close by after dark
Chimney & Wall Cavity RescuePossums stuck in chimneys and walls rescued
Roof Clean-up & DeodorisingDroppings and urine cleaned and deodorised
Dead Possum RemovalDead possums found and removed from roofs
Emergency Possum RemovalPossums inside the house, night or day
Commercial & Strata PossumsOffices, shops, schools and strata blocks
Sound Familiar? Signs of a Possum Problem
These are the calls we get most often in all three cities.
"A yellow-brown stain spreading on the ceiling"
Possum urine soaks through plaster. Left alone it smells, stains and can weaken the ceiling.
"Something scratching inside the fireplace"
Possums fall or climb into chimneys and cannot climb back out. They need help to get out unharmed.
"The roses and fruit trees are stripped overnight"
Brushtail possums eat buds, fruit and new growth. A possum feeding in the garden often sleeps in the roof.
"Hissing and screeching outside the window"
Possums are territorial and noisy when they meet. Fights on the roof often mean more than one is around.
"We sealed the gap and it came back"
Possums remember their den. If one gap is closed and others are not, they find the next one.
Brushtail or Ringtail Possum?
Both live in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, and both use roofs. Knowing which one you have helps us plan the removal.
| Brushtail possum | Ringtail possum | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | About the size of a cat, up to 4 kg | Smaller, about the size of a guinea pig |
| Tail | Thick and bushy, dark at the end | Thin, curled, with a white tip |
| Where it nests | Roof spaces, wall cavities, sheds | Leafy nests (dreys) in shrubs, sometimes roofs |
| Noise | Loud thumps, growls and screeches | Quiet, soft twittering |
| In the roof? | Very common | Less common |
Light, fast scurrying is more likely rats or mice than a possum. See our rat and mouse control page.
Possums in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane
Possums are at home in all three cities, but the reasons they move into roofs differ slightly.
Melbourne
Melbourne has some of the highest possum numbers of any Australian city. Leafy inner and eastern suburbs, old slate and tile roofs, and cold nights all push brushtails into roof spaces, especially in autumn and winter.
Possum Removal MelbourneSydney
Possums travel along the tree canopy of the North Shore, the Northern Beaches and the inner west straight onto roofs. Older terraces and Federation homes with broken eaves give them plenty of ways in.
Possum Removal SydneyBrisbane
Queenslanders with open eaves and timber gables are easy for possums to get into. Large gardens and bushland across Brisbane keep numbers high all year.
Possum Removal BrisbanePossum removal calls across the three cities by month
JanMedium
FebMedium
MarMedium
AprHigh
MayHigh
JunPeak
JulHigh
AugHigh
SepMedium
OctMedium
NovMedium
DecMedium
Calls rise from autumn into winter, when cold nights send possums looking for warm roofs and young possums leave their mothers to find a den of their own.
Why a Possum in the Roof Should Not Be Left
One possum quickly becomes a long-term lodger, and the damage builds every night it stays.
Stained and soaked ceilings
Urine and droppings soak into insulation and plaster, causing stains and smells that spread through the house.
Chewed wiring
Possums can damage cables in the roof space, which is a fire risk.
Disease and parasites
Droppings and nesting material can carry bacteria, fleas and mites.
Trapping it yourself backfires
Moving a possum far away usually kills it, and it is against the rules for protected animals. Another possum soon takes its place anyway.
How Our Possum Removal Works
The goal is a possum outside, unharmed, and a roof it cannot get back into.
Removal and proofing in one job
Removing the possum without sealing the roof means it, or another one, moves back in. We do both, and clean up what it left behind if you need it.
- 1
Inspection
We find the entry points, the den and how many possums are using the roof.
- 2
Removal
A one-way door or humane trap gets the possum out without harming it.
- 3
Release
Trapped possums are released close to where they were found, after dark.
- 4
Proofing
Gaps under tiles, eaves and vents are sealed so the roof is closed off.
- 5
Clean-up
Droppings and soiled insulation removed and the roof space deodorised, if needed.
How Much Does Possum Removal Cost?
Every roof is different, so the price depends on the job. These are the main things that affect it in all three cities:
Roof type and size. Tile, slate or metal, and how easy the roof space is to reach.
Number of entry points. Older homes often have several gaps to seal.
Number of possums. One brushtail or a mother with young.
Clean-up. Whether droppings, urine and insulation need attention.
You are given the full price before any work starts, including proofing. Call 07 3544 9883 or send us the details online for a faster estimate.
Why People Call Freshify for Possum Removal
Possums need gentle handling and a well-sealed roof. We do both.
Onsite in 60 minutes*
For a possum inside the house, a technician can often be there within the hour.
Humane methods
One-way doors and cage traps, with release close by after dark.
Proofing included
We seal the gaps so the possum cannot move back in.
Upfront pricing
You know the full cost before work starts.
Roof clean-up
Droppings, urine and smells dealt with on request.
24/7 phones
Possums are busiest at night, so are our phones.
*Onsite in 60 minutes applies to urgent jobs and depends on technician availability and location.
What You Can Count On
Possum removal often means time in your roof and around your home. Here is how we do it.
You know who is coming. Name and arrival time sent ahead.
You see the entry points. Photos of the gaps we found and sealed.
The possum is not harmed. Removed and released the humane way.
Call us if it is back. Hear it again? Call the same number.
Possum Removal Near You
We remove possums from homes and businesses across Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Choose your city to see the areas we cover.
Possum Removal Brisbane
Brisbane Bayside, Inner Brisbane, Ipswich & Springfield, Logan, Moreton Bay, North Brisbane, North West Brisbane, Redlands, South Brisbane, West Brisbane, Scenic Rim & Tamborine
Possum Removal Sydney
Blacktown, Eastern Suburbs Sydney, Hills District & Hawkesbury, Inner South West Sydney, Inner West Sydney, North Shore & Hornsby, Northern Beaches, Outer South West Sydney, Outer West & Blue Mountains, Parramatta, Ryde, South West Sydney, Sutherland Shire, Sydney City & Inner South
Possum Removal FAQs
Do you remove possums in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane?
Yes. Our technicians remove possums from roofs, walls and chimneys across all three cities and their suburbs.
Can I trap and move a possum myself?
No. Possums are protected native animals. Trapping and moving one yourself is not allowed in any of the three states, and possums moved far from home rarely survive.
How do you get a possum out of the roof?
Usually with a one-way door fitted over the entry point. The possum leaves to feed at night and cannot get back in. Where that is not possible, a humane cage trap is used and the possum is released close by after dark.
Will the possum come back?
Not through the gaps we seal. That is why every removal includes proofing the entry points we find.
How long does possum removal take?
The visit takes a few hours. With a one-way door, the possum usually leaves on the first or second night.
Is it a possum or rats in my roof?
Possums are heavy and thump around at dusk and dawn. Rats are lighter and scurry quickly through the night. Droppings help tell them apart too.
Do you clean up possum mess?
Yes. We can remove droppings and soiled insulation and deodorise the roof space.
What if the possum dies in my roof?
We locate and remove dead possums and deodorise the area. See our dead animal removal service.
Get Your Nights Back This Week
Every night a possum spends in the roof adds to the mess. Removal and proofing in one visit puts an end to it.
Upfront pricing and a dedicated professional at your door in Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane, often the same day.
Other services
Other Pest Services We Offer
Choose a service to see how it works and what affects the price.
Termite InspectionA full check of the house, subfloor, roof void and garden for termite activity, with a written report and clear next steps.
Rat & Mouse ControlBaiting, trapping and entry-point sealing to clear rats and mice from roofs, walls, kitchens and sheds.
Cockroach ControlGel baiting and targeted spraying for German and large cockroaches in kitchens, bathrooms, roof voids and drains.
Ant ControlBaiting and barrier treatments that reach the nest, for ants in kitchens, wall cavities, paving and lawns.
Spider ControlTreatment of webs, eaves, fences, subfloors and garden edges to bring spider numbers down around the home.
Wasp RemovalTreatment and removal of wasp nests from eaves, wall cavities, roof voids, trees and the ground.
Bee RemovalRemoval of bee swarms and established hives from walls, roofs, chimneys, trees and compost bins.
Dead Animal RemovalLocating and removing dead rats, possums and other animals from roofs, walls and subfloors, then deodorising the area.
Bed Bug TreatmentInspection and treatment of beds, bed frames, couches and skirting boards to clear bed bugs and their eggs.
Flea TreatmentInside and outside flea treatment for carpets, pet bedding areas, yards and subfloors, with a follow-up when needed.
Bird ControlBird proofing with spikes, netting and mesh to keep pigeons, mynas and starlings off roofs, balconies, solar panels and signs.
End of Lease Pest ControlInside and outside pest and flea treatment when you move out, with a written record for your agent or landlord.