Possum urine has a strong, sharp smell, and in the humid summers on the Gold Coast it can drift down through downlights, exhaust fans and gaps around the cornices. Even after the possum has gone, the smell can hang around for weeks if the soiled areas are left in place.
The crew we book starts by finding where the smell is strongest. That is usually near the old nest, along the paths the possum used and around the main entry point. Droppings and soiled material are cleared first, because a deodoriser cannot do much while the source is still there.
- Main odour spots found and marked in the roof space
- Droppings and soiled material removed before treatment
- Odour-neutralising product applied to timbers and plaster
- Fogging of the roof space where the smell is widespread
- Tips on airing the rooms below after the job
The products used are made for roof spaces and are applied at a strength that suits the home. If anyone in the house has asthma or allergies, tell us when you book so the crew can plan the job and advise how long to keep rooms closed. Keep pets out of the rooms below the manhole until the crew is done.
Most homes notice a big drop in the smell within a day or two. Where urine has soaked deep into ceiling plaster, a stain may remain, and the crew will tell you if that section needs a painter or plasterer. Deodorising works well straight after roof space cleaning on the same visit. Call 07 3543 7767 for upfront pricing on roof deodorising on the Gold Coast.
