Possum Removal Sydney

Licensed possum removal for Sydney homes, from our base in Rouse Hill across the Hills District and the Northern Beaches.. We remove the possums and then prevent them from returning.
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Brushtail possum on timber beams under a tin roof in a Sydney home

Possum Removal Across Sydney and the Hills District

Heard thumping and scratching in the roof at night?
That could be a possum living in the roof void, or it could be rats.
So Pest Off is licensed to catch and release possums in NSW.
We guarantee our work, and where a possum has to be caught, it’s handled with care and released close to where it was caught, as NSW rules require.

By using cameras and wireless motion detectors we know how and where the possums are gaining entry and when they are no longer in the roof, we then possum proof it.

Possum removal prices start at $990 inc GST.
Call 0410 244 244 and tell us what you are hearing and where.

Is It a Possum or a Rat in the Roof?

Before anything else, we find out what is actually up there. We set up wireless cameras in the roof, then monitor and film the activity, so the footage shows whether it is a possum or rats.

That matters because the fix is different. If it turns out to be rats, we deal with them as a rodent control job instead.

How We Get a Possum Out of Your Roof

Possums are protected in NSW under the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016. It is illegal to trap, relocate or kill a possum, or to catch and release one, without a licence, and catch and release operators are licensed by the NSW Biodiversity and Heritage Regulator.

This is how we do it:

Cameras: we set up wireless cameras in the roof to monitor and film the activity.
Seal off the entry: we seal off the other ways into the roof.
One-way door: then a one-way door goes over the gap the possum is using, so it can get out but can’t get back in.
Catch and release: where a possum has to be caught, we release it under our licence.

Where the Possum Goes

NSW rules say a possum must be released at dusk, no more than 150 metres from where it was caught, next to something it can climb straight away. It can’t be taken away and let go somewhere else.
Possums that are moved too far, even to a local park, have a much lower chance of surviving, so the release spot stays close to home.

Keeping Possums Out of Your Roof

Getting the possum out is only half the job. If the way in stays open, another possum will soon move into the space. So we proof the roof from the inside, for example with mesh over the air con ducts and other openings a possum can push through. For the full possum proofing service, see possum proofing in Sydney

If we see damage to the roof itself, we’ll tell you, so you can hire a roofer or handyman

Our Possum Removal Guarantee

Our possum removal work is guaranteed. Every home is different, so we’ll explain what the guarantee covers for your home when we talk it through.

Where We Do Possum Removal in Sydney

So Pest Off is a Sydney pest control business based in Rouse Hill.

Possum removal is work our team really enjoys, and it sits alongside our general pest control and rodent control, which helps when the noise in the roof turns out to be rats.

We do possum removal Sydney wide, and our service base is the Hills District and the Northern Beaches.

Possum Removal in the Hills District

If you’re in Castle Hill, Kellyville, Baulkham Hills or a nearby suburb and you’re hearing something in the roof at night, give us a call and tell us what you’re hearing and where.

For other pests around the area, see pest control in Rouse Hill.

Possum Removal on the Northern Beaches

The Northern Beaches is our other main area for possum removal. Once the possum is out, the roof needs proofing so another possum can’t move in.

Our Northern Beaches pest control page covers the other pests we treat in the area.

Possum Removal Sydney Wide

Outside those two areas, we still take possum removal calls from across Sydney. Call 0410 244 244, tell us your suburb and what you’ve noticed in the roof, and we’ll talk you through the next steps.

Why Possums Move Into Sydney Roofs

The NSW Government says brushtail possums like to live in roof cavities.

A brushtail possum is about the size of a cat, so it sounds a lot heavier on the ceiling than a rat.

Possums are territorial, and a possum moved into a new area may not survive, because another possum usually lives there already. That’s why the NSW release rules keep a possum close to home.

Possum Removal Cost in Sydney

Possum removal prices start at $990 inc GST.

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Our Possum Processes

We follow set methods when working with possums

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1 Quote

Simply give us a call and we’ll discuss your property, answer any questions and provide an obligation-free quote. Whether you prefer to receive your quote over the phone or by text message, we’re happy to communicate in the way that’s most convenient for you.

2 Removal and Then Prevention

Once you’re ready to proceed, we’ll attend your property, humanely remove the possum in line with NSW wildlife guidelines, and seal the entry points it was using. This usually means proofing gaps along the roof line and eaves, and fitting mesh guards to whirlybirds and vents where needed. Our goal is to create a barrier that stops the possum getting back in while keeping the roof looking and functioning as it should.

3 EXTRA PREVENTION

For properties where possums are likely to keep visiting the yard, a nest box can be installed as an optional extra. It gives the possum somewhere else to den nearby, away from your roof, which reduces the chance it or another possum tries to move back in once the entry points are sealed.

Brushtail possum in a wooden possum box tied to a tree

Signs you have a possum, not a rat

A possum sounds heavier and slower than a rat or mouse. You’ll usually hear it just after dusk, when it wakes and starts moving toward the roof exit, and again before dawn when it comes back in. Scratching that starts and stops in bursts, along one section of ceiling, is typical possum movement rather than the constant scurrying of rodents. Some homeowners also notice a strong, musky smell in the roof space, or droppings around the eaves that are larger than rodent droppings.

Possums Are Protected in New South Wales

Possums are protected in New South Wales under the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016, and catch and release possum operators are licensed by the NSW Biodiversity and Heritage Regulator. That means a possum can’t simply be taken away and released in bushland. A lawful approach is to get the possum out and seal your home so it settles somewhere else nearby. We handle that process under our licence, so you don’t have to work out the rules yourself.

Check Your Possum Remover Holds a NSW Licence

Ask before you book. The NSW Government says it’s important to check that the person or company you hire to remove possums holds a current catch and release licence, because it’s illegal to remove and relocate a possum without one.

So Pest Off is licensed to catch and release possums in NSW. Ask us about it when you call.

Book Possum Removal Sydney Wide

Heard something in the roof tonight? Call So Pest Off on 0410 244 244 for possum removal in Sydney, or send us a message. Tell us your suburb and what you’re hearing, and we’ll explain your options.

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Possum Removal FAQs

Not without a licence. Possums are protected in NSW, and it is illegal to trap, relocate or kill a possum, or to catch and release one, without a licence (see the NSW Government’s guide to removing a possum from your roof). If a possum needs catching, hire someone who holds a current catch and release licence from the NSW Biodiversity and Heritage Regulator.

Thumping in the roof at night could be either, and the surest way is to look. Our wireless roof cameras film the activity, so you know what is up there before any work starts.

Possum removal prices start at $990 inc GST.

Usually, yes. NSW Government advice says possums leave the roof at dusk to forage for food, which is why the noise often starts around sunset. If you’re not sure what you’re hearing, call us on 0410 244 244 and we’ll help you work out whether it’s a possum or rats.

Call a licensed wildlife rescue group. The NSW Government lists the licensed wildlife rehabilitation groups that rescue and care for sick, injured or orphaned native animals. An injured possum needs a licensed wildlife carer.

Yes. Both are home ground for us, and we cover the rest of Sydney too. Call 0410 244 244 and tell us your suburb.
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We film the activity with wireless roof cameras, seal off the other ways in and then fit a one-way door over the gap the possum uses, so it can get out but can’t get back in. Then we proof the roof to stop another one moving in.

No more than 150 metres from where it was caught, released at dusk. That is the NSW rule, because possums moved further away often don’t survive

Because there’s still a way in. The NSW Government says removing a possum on its own won’t solve the problem, because new possums will soon move into the empty space, and if a possum returns there must be another access point. That’s why we proof the roof after possum removal, and you can read more on our possum proofing in Sydney page.

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