Taking out the droppings removes most of the mess, but the smell of possum urine can stay in timber, dust and plasterboard for months. On hot days in Buderim, when the roof heats up, that smell often gets stronger and drifts down into the house. The problem is worse in older homes where the timber is dry and soaks up more. Roof space sanitising treats the surfaces where the smell sits, so the air inside can clear.
The crew we book begins by checking that the possum is gone and the droppings have been cleared. They then use a fine mist sprayer to apply a sanitising treatment across the nest area, the paths the possum took and any stained trusses or ceiling joists. The mist settles into the dust and timber rather than just coating the surface. Heavily stained spots get a second, stronger odour product.
After treatment, the roof space is usually left closed for a few hours. The crew explains how long to wait before opening the manhole and whether to air out the rooms below. If anyone at home has asthma or allergies, tell us when you call so the crew can bring suitable products. Sanitising is not a fix for a possum that is still living in the roof, so it is booked after removal and proofing.
- Roof checked to confirm the possum has left
- Mist treatment across the nest area and paths
- Stained trusses and joists treated
- Extra odour product on the worst spots
- Clear advice on how long to keep the roof closed
Many people book sanitising with droppings clean-up on the same visit. We give you upfront pricing based on the size of the area and the strength of the smell. To book roof space sanitising in Buderim, call 07 3543 7772.
