Every possum problem starts with a gap. In Redcliffe, the most common are lifted ridge caps, cracked valley mortar, gaps under the bottom row of tiles at the gutter, and openings where a patio or extension roof was joined to the house. On older tin roofs, gaps appear at the fascia, the gable ends and around old vents.
The crew we book checks the roof space for daylight coming through, then works around the outside of the roof. They note each gap, show you where they are and seal them with the right material for the roof type. If a gap is really a sign of rotten timber or rusted-through sheeting that needs a roofer or carpenter, they tell you before sealing anything.
- Ridge and hip caps re-bedded or pointed
- Cracked or broken tiles reset or replaced
- Gutter line gaps closed with mesh or foam strip
- Tin roof ends and gable gaps closed with flashing
- Pipe and cable holes packed and sealed
Salt air around the bay is hard on roofs. Plain steel mesh rusts, sealant cracks and screws work loose sooner than they would inland. The crew uses galvanised or stainless mesh, metal flashing and outdoor sealant that hold up better near the water, and they keep the work neat so it blends in with the roof.
Gap sealing can be booked on its own or with a possum removal. It is worth having the roof checked after the summer storm season, when strong winds lift caps and shift tiles. Tell us about your roof and any gaps you have seen from the ground. Call 07 3543 7772 for upfront pricing on roof gap sealing in Redcliffe.
