Vents and eaves are two of the easiest ways into a roof. Gable vents on older Kallangur homes often have thin mesh that has rusted or been pushed out, whirlybird bases can lift, and open eaves or sagging eave lining leave a clear path into the roof cavity. Screening these spots keeps possums out while still letting the roof breathe.
The crew we book checks every vent and the length of the eaves around the house. Where a vent is damaged or has no mesh, they fit galvanised mesh cut to size and fix it firmly in place. Open eaves can be covered along their length, and small gaps where eave lining has pulled away from the wall or fascia are closed. Whirlybird and exhaust vent bases are checked and sealed where needed.
Screening is often done as part of a wider roof proofing job, since possums that find a vent blocked will look for the next weak spot. It suits older brick and timber homes, which tend to have more vents and more open eaves than newer builds. In suburbs near the bay, galvanised mesh holds up better against salt air than plain steel. The crew can show you before and after photos if you ask. Tell us roughly how many vents the home has and whether the eaves are open or lined.
- Gable and wall vents covered with galvanised mesh
- Whirlybird and exhaust vent bases checked
- Open eaves covered along their length
- Gaps in eave lining closed
- Rusted or damaged old mesh replaced
Covered vents also help keep rats and mice out. Call 07 3543 7773 to book vent and eave screening in Kallangur, and we will give you upfront pricing before the visit.
