Possum Removal Service Melbourne
Possum in your roof keeping you awake? Martin Pest Control removes them humanely, seals every entry point, and installs a nest box so they have somewhere safe to live. Fully licensed, Wildlife Act 1975 compliant, and same-day available.
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Legal Warning: It is illegal under the Wildlife Act 1975 (Vic) to trap or harm a possum without a licence. Captured possums must be released within 50 metres of the property. Attempting DIY removal risks heavy fines and injury — always use a DELWP-licensed professional.
Melbourne's Most Trusted Possum Removal Specialists
We are a dedicated, DELWP-licensed team with years of experience humanely removing Brushtail and Ringtail possums. We identify species, safely remove the animal, seal every entry point, and install a nest box to provide a legal, safe alternative home on your property.
DELWP-Licensed Technician · Humane Handling
Thousands of possum jobs completed across Melbourne — from inner-city terrace homes to leafy outer-suburban properties. We identify every Brushtail and Ringtail entry point and seal it permanently.
Available every day of the year including weekends and public holidays. We typically dispatch a licensed technician within a few hours of your call, any time of day or night.
Every job is carried out by a DELWP-licensed wildlife technician in strict compliance with the Wildlife Act 1975 (Vic). We carry full public liability insurance for your total peace of mind.
Trapping alone is temporary. We seal every gap, replace damaged fascia, and install steel mesh on vulnerable openings to make your roof structurally possum-proof, backed by a written warranty.
After sealing your roof, we install a licensed nest box in a nearby tree. This ethical step provides a legal alternative home and significantly reduces the chance of future roof re-entry attempts.
Free on-site inspection and a fully itemised quote before any work begins. No hidden fees or call-out charges. The proofing scope is agreed upfront and backed by our written service guarantee.
What Melbourne Residents Are Saying
Found a massive hive under our eaves on a Sunday. Martin had a technician at our door within three hours. Professional, thorough and the hive was completely removed. Outstanding service — would not hesitate to call again.
Reasonable pricing, same-day response and the job was done properly first time. They inspected our full roof cavity, not just the visible nest. The technician explained every step clearly before starting. Very professional.
My daughter is severely allergic to bee stings so I was extremely worried. Martin came the same afternoon, treated the area with great care and gave us a full prevention report. I genuinely cannot recommend them highly enough.
A Possum in Your Roof Can Cause Thousands in Damage to Wiring and Insulation
Brushtail possums gnaw through electrical cabling—a direct fire risk—and contaminate insulation with urine and droppings. They damage timber beams and create entry holes that allow rain, rodents, and other wildlife to enter. The longer a possum is resident in your roof, the more extensive and expensive the remediation becomes. Our team responds the same day to secure your property.
Complete Pest Control for Melbourne
Humane possum removal and whole-roof proofing for Melbourne homes and commercial properties — licensed trapping, complete entry point sealing, structural repairs, nest box installation and a written proofing warranty. Fully Wildlife Act 1975 (Vic) compliant on every job.
How We Remove Possums — Step by Step
A legal, humane, and permanently effective approach that removes the possum, seals your roof, and provides a safe alternative home for local wildlife.
Contact us 24/7. Describe the noises you're hearing and their location. We confirm availability and advise on immediate steps—including what not to do—before our technician arrives.
Our DELWP-licensed technician arrives (typically same-day) to inspect the roof void and perimeter. We identify the species, locate entry points, and assess any damage before providing a proofing scope.
We use humane traps or one-way exclusion devices to ensure the roof is clear. We then seal every entry point with steel mesh or colorbond to make your roof permanently possum-proof.
We install a licensed nest box in a suitable nearby tree and provide a written warranty. If a possum re-enters through a sealed point during the warranty period, we return at no additional cost.
Possum Droppings Carry Bacteria Linked to Serious Human Infection
Possum droppings have been linked to Buruli ulcer — a flesh-eating bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium ulcerans that is increasing in Melbourne’s bayside and outer eastern suburbs. Handling droppings or nesting material without professional PPE is a genuine health risk. Do not attempt to clean a possum-affected roof void yourself; call our licensed professionals for safe removal, cleaning, and industrial disinfection.
How to Keep Possums Out of Your Roof
Trapping a possum without a DELWP licence is illegal under the Wildlife Act 1975 (Vic). Relocating a possum or sealing entry points while the animal is still inside can cause extreme distress, property damage, and legal penalties. Always use a professional.
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Available every day including public holidays. Same-day appointments accepted subject to availability across all Melbourne suburbs.
DELWP-licensed technician installing professional, high-grade roof-proofing seals
Proof Your Roof Proactively
Prevention is the most cost-effective strategy. We identify and seal vulnerabilities like gaps in fascia boards, damaged soffit vents, and loose roof tiles before a possum finds them.
Trim Overhanging Branches
Possums use trees as bridges. Maintaining at least 1.5 metres of clearance between branches and your roofline removes their primary access route to your gutters and tiles.
Install a Nest Box Early
Providing a high-quality, licensed nest box in a nearby tree gives local possums a safe alternative home, significantly reducing the urge for them to explore your roof void.
Secure Food Attractants
Secure compost bins, pick ripe fruit promptly, and avoid leaving pet food outside overnight. Reducing easy food sources makes your property less attractive for establishing a territory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency call-outs across all Melbourne suburbs.
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Contact Martin Pest Control Melbourne today for a free on-site inspection and upfront quote. Humane, licensed possum removal and permanent roof proofing across all Melbourne suburbs — DELWP licensed, Wildlife Act 1975 compliant, written warranty included, same-day appointments available every day of the year.