For most possums, the way onto a roof is up a tree. Many blocks in Wavell Heights have big mango trees, jacarandas, gums and palms close to the house, and a possum can climb the trunk and drop onto the gutter in seconds. Once the roof is sealed, blocking that climb makes the house far less appealing. It is a simple step that adds another layer to the proofing work already done on the roof.
A tree collar is a wide band of smooth metal wrapped around the trunk at a height a possum cannot jump past. Possums need bark or rough surfaces to grip as they climb, and they slide off the metal. The crew we book measures each trunk, sets the collar at the right height and fits it so it can be loosened as the tree grows.
Collars suit trees that stand apart from fences, sheds and other trees. If branches touch the roof or another climbing route, a possum can go around the collar. The crew will point out any branches worth trimming back by an arborist and tell you about trees, such as wide palms, that need a different approach.
- Trees near the house checked for climbing routes
- Smooth metal collars sized to each trunk
- Collars set to loosen as the tree grows
- Branches and fences that bypass the collar pointed out
Tree collar installation is often booked along with roof proofing, since the two work together. Call 07 3543 7765 to book tree collars in Wavell Heights. Tell us how many trees are close to the house and we will give you upfront pricing.
