Possum Removal Melbourne
Six signs you need Possum Removal Melbourne
Possums are active at dawn and dusk. That timing is the quickest way to tell them apart from rats, which are active all night. Six signs that point squarely at a possum problem.
Heavy thumping in the roof
Brushtails are cat-sized. Their movement in a roof void sounds heavier and more deliberate than rats, usually heard at dusk as they head out to feed.
Activity only at dawn or dusk
If the noise stops once it is fully dark and starts again before sunrise, that is a possum. Rats are active throughout the night.
Hissing or screeching sounds
Possums hiss, click, and screech loudly when disturbed or fighting over territory. The sound carries through ceilings clearly.
Droppings in the roof void
Possum droppings are dark pellets roughly 15mm long, found in roof cavities or around base of trees where they feed.
Fruit and garden damage
Chewed fruit on backyard trees, raided veggie patches, and knocked-over bin lids overnight are all classic brushtail behaviour around Melbourne suburbs.
Visible entry points on the roof
Damaged fascia boards, lifted roof tiles, or gaps around downpipes where fur or claw marks are visible indicate an active entry point.
How we handle it — four steps
Possums are protected wildlife under Victoria's Wildlife Act 1975. Trapping alone is not a lasting fix. Skip the sealing step and a new possum moves in within weeks. Our four-step process handles every part of the job.
Inspection
We check the full roof perimeter at ground and ladder level to locate the active entry point and any secondary gaps. Roof void entry is assessed where safe access permits.
Trapping or one-way door
A live cage trap or one-way door is installed at the primary entry. Possums are released at dusk within 50 metres of capture as required by Victorian law. We prefer the one-way door method to avoid trap stress on the animal.
Entry point sealing
Once the possum has exited, we seal all identified gaps using metal flashing, wire mesh, or foam depending on the gap type. This is the step most DIY attempts skip. It is also why they fail.
Possum box installation
We recommend installing a possum box in a nearby tree at roughly 4 metres height. This gives the possum an alternative home and reduces the chance of it scratching at entry points again.
What's included in this service
- Full roof perimeter inspection to locate active and secondary entry points
- Live cage trapping or one-way door installation
- Release within 50 metres at dusk, compliant with Victorian Wildlife Act 1975
- Sealing of confirmed entry points with appropriate materials
- Audit of secondary gaps to prevent possum finding a new way in
- Possum box installation advice or supply (optional add-on)
- DELWP-licensed wildlife controller (we carry the required authorisation)
- Written report with photos of sealed entry points for your records
What affects the price of Possum Removal Melbourne?
- Number of entry points identified and requiring sealing
- Roof height and access difficulty (single vs double storey)
- Whether cage trapping or a one-way door is the appropriate method
- Addition of possum box supply and installation
Covering Melbourne and surrounds
Licensed technicians across every major Melbourne region — same-day bookings available.
Melbourne CBD
CBD
High-rise cockroach and bed bug pressure; same-day commercial treatment available.
View area →Richmond
Inner East
Heritage terrace stock — termite and rodent risk concentrated in timber subfloor.
View area →Footscray
Inner West
Older weatherboard housing increases termite activity; hospitality precinct needs routine pest management.
View area →St Kilda
Inner South
Coastal apartment blocks and hotels drive bed bug and seagull nest calls.
View area →Brunswick
Inner North
Warehouse conversions and café strips; rodent and cockroach pressure is year-round.
View area →Box Hill
Eastern
Mixed housing stock with mature trees — possums and termites the leading callouts.
View area →Dandenong
South East
Industrial and light-commercial zones; rodent and bird-nesting work dominates.
View area →Frankston
South
Bayside conditions raise ant and spider activity; autumn rodent surge is predictable.
View area →Common Questions About Possum Removal Melbourne
No. Victorian law under the Wildlife Act 1975 requires possums to be released within 50 metres of where they were caught, at dusk. Relocating them further causes disorientation and usually results in death. The real solution is sealing entry points so a new possum cannot move in after the original one leaves.
Trapping without sealing the entry guarantees the problem returns. A roof void that smells of possum scent is immediately attractive to the next possum in the area. We seal every identified gap after removal, which is the step that makes the job permanent.
The key difference is timing. Possums are only active at dawn and dusk. If the noise stops once it is fully dark and resumes before sunrise, it is almost certainly a possum. Rats scurry throughout the night. Possums also sound heavier and slower, like a cat walking on the ceiling.
Yes. Possum removal in Victoria requires a DELWP wildlife controller authorisation. All Mr Pest Killer technicians working on possum jobs hold the required licence. Do not use any operator who cannot confirm this. Handling possums without authorisation is illegal under the Wildlife Act 1975.
Over time, yes. Possum urine soaks through plasterboard and causes visible ceiling stains that need professional repainting. They also chew electrical cables and insulation. A single possum left in a roof void for a season can cause damage that costs far more than the removal job.
We cover the full Melbourne metro area including inner-city suburbs and outer areas like Dandenong, Ringwood, Craigieburn, Frankston, and Werribee. Call 03 7045 1737 to confirm your suburb and availability.
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