Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Jan 16, 2021 9:33 pm I’ve recently had my build completed and I’ve already got a possum (possibly rodent but I’m set on possum). I can hear it running over the roof and then climb in. My question is - who should be responsible for this? It’s still within the three month post construction settlement period. It’s a flat colourbond roof. Should this have gaps allowing a possum in? They told me some nonsense about thermal gaps that need to be there. Re: New build and possum in roof 2Jun 21, 2021 8:58 am Hi, possums make a LOT of noise, it's like having a small dog in your roof! Are there any tree branches overhanging your roof? Rodents are a real problem in Sydney atm. Have a look at some of the tips that I have on my website here: https://www.a1pestcontrol.com.au/rodent-control/ Using low toxic and environmentally friendly solutions Re: New build and possum in roof 3Jun 21, 2021 10:17 am Shinzlet I’ve recently had my build completed and I’ve already got a possum (possibly rodent but I’m set on possum). I can hear it running over the roof and then climb in. My question is - who should be responsible for this? It’s still within the three month post construction settlement period. It’s a flat colourbond roof. Should this have gaps allowing a possum in? They told me some nonsense about thermal gaps that need to be there. I dobut there's a roof in the world that is rodent/possum proof. Certainly not one built to normal Australian standards Re: New build and possum in roof 4Jul 02, 2021 3:30 pm I would contact the builder and ask him to proof it for you. You shouldn't have rodents entering it 3 months after construction. Using low toxic and environmentally friendly solutions I would probably definitely consider contrasting out garage door (e.g. light ash would look great) and make downpipes and fascia same colour as your walls, not as your… 1 4021 Hi all, I am currently building through Simmonds and stuck deciding on my exterior cement roof titles and brick colours. The front and fascade of the house is a pretty… 0 3095 |