Dead Possum Removal Melbourne|Found, Removed, Deodorised
Bad smell in the roof or wall? We find and remove dead possums across Melbourne, take out soaked batts and treat the odour. Call 0435 072 221 for a free quote.
- Smell traced to the spot
- Possum removed and bagged
- Soaked insulation taken out
- Odour treatment applied
Finding and removing a dead possum
A dead possum in the roof or a wall cavity announces itself with a heavy, sweet smell that gets worse in warm weather, often with flies gathering at a window or a light fitting.
The smell does not tell you exactly where it is. Air moves through roof spaces and wall cavities, so the strongest smell is often a few metres from the possum. We trace it by following the odour, checking for flies and maggots, and looking at the places possums nest.
Once we find it, the possum is bagged and removed, the insulation and nesting material under it are taken out, and the area is treated to break down the odour rather than mask it.
If the possum is inside a wall, we explain the options before we cut anything. Often it can be reached from the roof space or the sub floor, and if a small access hole is needed we tell you where and how it will be patched.
- We tell you before any cutting
- Odour treated at the source
- Entry point found so it does not happen again
Signs of a dead possum in the roof or wall
A strong, sweet smell
Worst on warm afternoons and in the room under the possum.
Flies indoors
Blowflies at windows or around light fittings and vents.
Stains on the ceiling
Fresh staining under the area where the possum lies.
Silence after noise
Thumping or scratching that suddenly stopped a few days ago.
Maggots or larvae
Small larvae dropping from a vent or cornice.
Pets interested in one spot
Dogs and cats sniffing at a wall or cupboard.
Want it sorted this week?
Call now and we will talk you through it, or get a written price in about a minute.
How dead possum removal works
- 1
Trace the smell
Odour, flies and nesting spots checked.
- 2
Access
From the roof or sub floor wherever possible.
- 3
Remove
Possum bagged and taken away.
- 4
Clean
Soaked insulation and nest material removed.
- 5
Treat
Odour treatment applied and the entry found.
How long does a dead possum smell last?
Left alone, a dead possum usually smells for two to four weeks, longer in cool weather when it breaks down slowly and stronger in summer. The smell soaks into insulation and timber, so it can linger after the possum itself has dried out.
Air fresheners and open windows only mask it. Removing the possum and the soaked material under it is what stops the smell, and an odour treatment at the source shortens the tail.
A dead possum also attracts flies, and the next possum to find the same gap may move straight in. Finding how it got in is part of every job.
Until we arrive
- Close the door to the worst room
- Keep pets away from the area
- Do not cut into walls yourself
- Ventilate if you can
- Call us with the room and timing
Dead possum removal cost
Dead possum removal
from$249Possum reachable from the roof or sub floor
- Smell traced
- Possum removed
- Soaked insulation removed
- Odour treatment
Removal and sealing
from$449Close the gap it used
- Entry points found
- All gaps sealed
- Photo report
- 12 month written guarantee
All prices include GST. Any wall or ceiling access that needs cutting and patching is quoted in writing before we start.
Dead Possum Removal Melbourne questions
Talk to us directly. We will tell you honestly what the job needs and roughly what it costs.
Call 0435 072 221Who removes dead possums in Melbourne?
We do. We trace the smell, remove the possum from the roof, wall or sub floor, take out soaked insulation and treat the odour.
How do you find a dead possum in the wall?
By following the smell, checking where flies gather and looking at likely nesting spots. Most can be reached from the roof space or sub floor without cutting.
How much does dead possum removal cost?
Dead possum removal starts from $249 including GST. Any wall access that needs cutting and patching is quoted before we start.
Is a dead possum smell harmful?
It is unpleasant rather than dangerous for most people, but it attracts flies and the soaked insulation should be removed rather than left.
Can I leave the possum to dry out?
You can, but expect two to four weeks of smell, flies and stained insulation. Removing it is quicker and cleaner.
Why did the possum die in my roof?
Usually old age, illness, a fall or being trapped when a gap was blocked. Sealing the entry stops another one moving in.
Ready to get the possum out?
Humane removal, every gap sealed and a 12 month written guarantee on sealed points.