On a Queenslander or an older timber home in Mitchelton, the verandah roof is usually a separate section that joins onto the main roof. Over time, that join can open up. Flashing lifts, iron sheets move and gaps form where the two roofs meet. Possums love these spots: the verandah roof is easy to reach from a tree or railing, and the gap leads straight into the main roof space.
The same thing happens on newer homes where a patio, pergola roof or carport has been added onto the house. If the join was not sealed well, or has shifted since, it becomes a step up and a way in. The crew we book checks every join between the main roof and any verandah, patio or carport roof, looking for lifted flashing, gaps under the iron and rub marks along the edges.
Gaps are sealed with new flashing, closure strips shaped to the roof profile, or steel mesh, depending on the join. If a possum is using the gap, a one-way door is fitted first, and the sealing is done once the roof space is clear. Other weak spots nearby, such as gable vents or open eaves, are pointed out and priced. The repairs are matched to the existing roof so the verandah still looks the way it did.
- Every verandah, patio and carport join checked
- Lifted flashing reset or replaced
- Closure strips fitted under iron sheets
- One-way door fitted where a gap is in use
- Upfront pricing before the visit is booked
Call 07 3543 7772 to book verandah roof sealing for your Mitchelton home. We will ask about the roof, give you a price on the call and book a local team.
