Humane possum removal for Rosanna's leafy blocks, mid-century gems... ...and every roof in between.
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Local knowledge
We know Rosanna roofs inside out.
Big trees, big blocks, big possum problems.
From the classic brick veneers along Beetham Parade to the architect-designed mid-century homes backing onto Salt Creek, Rosanna is one of Melbourne's leafiest pockets. And that's exactly why possums love it here.
We've been removing possums from properties across the 3084 for years, so we know why Rosanna keeps us busy. Here's what we're up against.
Towering River Red Gums everywhere
Rosanna's signature lush canopy and majestic native gums are beautiful, but those massive overhanging branches stretching within jumping distance of your guttering act as an elevated possum freeway. They'll use these natural launching pads to leap straight onto your roof tiles night after night.
Post-war and mid-century roof cavities
From the classic 1950s and 60s brick veneers to iconic, architect-designed mid-century modern homes, Rosanna has plenty of established properties with generous roof voids. As these buildings age, shifting tiles, warped timber fascias, and gaps along the eaves naturally open up. Possums find these spacious, insulated cavities irresistible.
Rosanna Parklands and Salt Creek corridor
Rosanna is anchored by the sprawling 25-hectare Rosanna Parklands and the winding Salt Creek eco-corridor, both thriving sanctuaries for Brushtail and Ringtail possums. If your home is anywhere near these green lungs, the Davies Street wetlands, or the surrounding trails, you're in prime possum territory.
Deep, bushy blocks and continuous canopies
Unlike inner-city suburbs with tight grids, Rosanna is defined by undulating terrain and large blocks with deep, heavily vegetated backyards. These interconnected green spines let wildlife navigate from property to property high above the ground, making it easy for them to inspect and access multiple roofs along the same street.
Modern renovations and urban renewal
Rosanna is experiencing a wave of revitalisation, from sensitive mid-century extensions to new medium-density developments. Construction and demolition disrupts established possum nests, and those displaced possums will immediately seek out the nearest quiet, undisturbed roof. If your neighbour's been renovating, that could be exactly why you've got visitors.
The bottom line?
Rosanna's character, the towering gums, the deep blocks, the parklands, is what makes it such a great place to live. It's also what makes it one of Melbourne's busiest suburbs for possum activity. The good news? We've done hundreds of jobs across Banyule, and we've never met a possum we couldn't evict.
We also service nearby suburbs:
What we do
Our services in Rosanna
Noises in your roof? Unwanted tenants? We can help.
Humane Possum Removal & Proofing
- Full roof inspection
- Humane one-way door installation
- Entry point sealing & proofing
- No poisons, ever
- 2.5 year warranty, longest in Australia
From heritage tiles to modern Colorbond, we've sealed every type of Rosanna roof. Humane one-way exits, every entry point proofed, and the longest warranty in Australia.
If they come back, so do we.
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Rats & Mice Treatment
- Full property inspection
- Tamper-proof bait stations
- Entry point sealing
- We check for possums first
- 6 month warranty
Older Rosanna homes with subfloor access are especially prone to rodent entry. We place pet-safe lockable bait stations and seal the gaps they're using to get in.
No more pantry thieves at midnight!
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General Pest Sprays & Treatments
- Full property inspection
- Pet & family safe treatments
- Interior & exterior treatment
- Spiders, ants, cockroaches & more
- 6 month warranty
Rosanna's established gardens and brick homes create ideal conditions for spiders, ants, and cockroaches. We use targeted, family-safe treatments.
Whatever's bugging you, we've got it.
Learn MoreThe crew
We like to think we're Rosanna's best possum catchers!
We're not some large company with overpaid sales people and undertrained staff. It's just us on every job, doing our best to make sure you're happy.
Possum Specialist · Co-Owner
Mitch
Loves a tricky job and bouldering, a skill he practices regularly climbing your roof.
Possum Specialist · Co-Owner
Dexter
Carpenter turned possum-whisperer. Dogs, mountain biking, and making music on the side.
Possum Specialist
Jarrah
When not on a roof, he's jamming with Dex or playing guitar. Good taste in music, better taste in possum removal.
CEO & CTO · Actual Owners
Bella & Jim
They regularly let Mitch and Dex pretend they're in charge. You might meet them on the job.
What locals say
“Really thorough job. They checked every part of the roof, sealed all the gaps, and explained everything as they went. Haven't heard a peep since. Would definitely recommend to anyone in the area.”
Sarah · Google Review
See all 220+ reviews on GoogleSome numbers we're pretty proud of!
Victoria this year
That's a lot of possums.
How it works
Ready to solve your possum problem?
Make a booking
Book in using the button below, or give us a call. We've never had a possum problem we couldn't solve.
We take a look
We turn up on time and get to the bottom of what's going on. Our pricing is transparent, super fair, and competitive.
We fix it
We'll come out to humanely remove all possums using one-way doors, and make sure they can't get back in. No cages needed.
2.5 year warranty
We'll come back out to do a final inspection, remove one-way doors, and seal everything up. Backed by the longest warranty in Australia.
FAQ
Common questions about pest control in Rosanna
Everything you need to know before booking.
Yes. We cover the entire 3084 postcode and the broader Banyule area. We're in the neighbourhood regularly.
Very. The mature River Red Gums, large blocks, and proximity to Rosanna Parklands and Salt Creek make it one of the busiest suburbs in Melbourne's north-east for possum activity.
Almost certainly. Renovation and demolition activity displaces possums from existing nests, and they'll move to the nearest available roof. We see this pattern all the time across Rosanna.
We offer a 2.5 year warranty on all possum proofing work, the longest in Australia. If a possum gets back into a proofed area during the warranty period, we come back and fix it at no charge.
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Book online and we'll take it from there. No pressure, no hard sell. Just honest advice from the team that's done the work. Backed by 220+ five-star reviews.