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Dead Possum Removal Melbourne | Roof Odour Treatment
Smell of a dead possum in the roof? Our dead possum removal Melbourne team finds it, removes it, disinfects the area and treats the odour. Call 0435 073 966.
Dead possum removal: sealing the way in, on video
Taking the body out fixes the smell. Closing the gap stops the next possum using the same space. These clips show that sealing work on our own jobs.
Dead possum removal Melbourne prices
The price depends on where the possum is and whether you want the entry sealed at the same visit. You get a fixed price before we start.
Roof void removal
from$350
- Body located and removed
- Soiled material bagged
- Disinfectant applied
- Odour neutraliser applied
- Photo report
Removal and entry sealing
from$350
up to $550 inc GST
- Everything in roof void removal
- Entry point found
- Entry sealed with galvanised mesh
- Nest material cleared
- 36-month guarantee on sealed entries
Walls, floors or hard access
from$550
up to $850 inc GST
- Wall cavities and under floor
- Inspection camera where needed
- Small agreed access cut
- Extended clean and odour treatment
- Entry sealing quoted on the day
Always included
- No call-out fee across Melbourne
- No deposit pay when finished
- Disposal bagged and taken away
All prices include GST. Patching plaster after a wall cavity removal is not included.
How is a dead possum in roof spaces removed?
Reviewed by the Safe Possum Control team, updated September 2026
A dead possum is found by following the smell, blowflies and stains to the spot, then reached through the manhole, a roof tile or, inside a wall, a small access cut we agree with you first. It is lifted out in protective gear, sealed in heavy bags and disposed of in line with local rules.
Taking the body out is only part of the job. Fluids and nesting material soak into insulation and timber, so the area is cleaned, disinfected and treated with an odour neutraliser. Without that step the smell can linger for weeks.
Finally we check how the possum got in. If the entry is still open, another possum can move into the same space, so we quote to seal it while we are there.
| Price | From $350 inc GST |
|---|---|
| Usual visit | One visit for most roof voids |
| Smell peaks | Around three to seven days |
| Left alone | Odour can last several weeks |
| Includes | Removal, disinfectant, odour treatment |
| Wall cavities | Small access cut, agreed first |
| Sealing | Quoted on the day |
| Guarantee | 36 months on sealed entries |
Signs of a dead possum smell in your home
The noises stop and a smell starts. These are the signs that tell us a possum has died inside, not just moved on.
A sweet, rotten smell
A heavy odour that is strongest in one room and worse on warm days.
Blowflies indoors
Clusters of large flies at windows or light fittings near the smell.
Stains on the ceiling
A dark or wet patch spreading on the plaster under the spot.
Thumping has stopped
A possum you heard every night has gone quiet for two or three days.
Smell getting stronger
An odour that grows over several days rather than fading.
Recent trapping or blocking
A hole was blocked up or a trap set recently, and then the smell began.
Dead possum removal, step by step
Every job follows the same order so the smell leaves with the possum and does not return a week later.
Locate
We trace the smell, fly activity and staining to the spot in the roof, wall or under the floor.
Access and remove
The body is lifted out in gloves and a mask, then double bagged and sealed on site.
Clean up
Soiled insulation, nesting material and droppings around the spot are bagged and taken away.
Disinfect and deodorise
The area is sprayed with disinfectant and an odour neutraliser to break down what remains.
Find the entry
We show you how the possum got in and quote to seal it so another cannot use the same gap.
Dead possum in wall cavities and under floors
A possum that dies inside a wall or under a floor is harder to reach, and the smell often seems to come from somewhere else in the house. We narrow it down before touching anything, so any access is as small as possible.
- Smell and fly activity traced room by room
- Inspection camera used where the space is tight
- Any plaster cut is agreed with you first and kept small
- Cavity cleaned and treated before it is closed
Patching and painting the access point is not part of our service, but we leave the opening neat and ready for a handyperson.
Why a dead possum in roof voids needs removing quickly
The smell is the obvious problem. It is not the only one.
Hygiene
A decaying carcass, urine and droppings carry bacteria. Soiled insulation above a ceiling is not something to handle with bare hands.
Flies and maggots
Blowflies find a carcass within a day or two, and a second wave of flies can make its way into living areas.
Stains and damage
Fluids can soak through insulation and stain the ceiling plaster, which is far harder to fix than a quick removal.
Other pests
Fleas and mites leave the body looking for a new host, and the carcass can attract rodents into the roof.
Dead possum smell mistakes to avoid
These well meaning fixes usually make the job longer and the smell worse.
- 1Covering the odour with sprays or plug in fresheners, which hides it for a day while the source keeps breaking down.
- 2Cutting holes in ceilings to hunt for the body before the spot has been narrowed down.
- 3Handling the carcass or soiled insulation without gloves, a mask and sealed bags.
- 4Removing the body but leaving the entry open, so another possum moves into the same space.
- Covers
- Each entry point we seal
- Length
- 36 months
- Possum gets back in
- We return and fix it
- Extra cost
- None
Safe Possum Control · Melbourne
Dead possum removal and a 36-month entry guarantee
When you have us seal the entry at the same visit, every entry point we seal is covered for 36 months. If a possum gets back in through one of them, we come back and fix it at no charge.
A removal on its own cannot carry a guarantee against another possum, because the way in is still open. That is why we always show you the entry before we leave.
- Guarantee in writing on sealed entries
- Photos of the removal and the seal
- No renewal or service fees
Dead possum removal near me: what to ask
Is the odour treatment included?
Removal without cleaning and deodorising often leaves the smell behind for weeks. Ask what is actually applied.
How will you find it?
Look for someone who narrows the spot down first, rather than cutting holes until they get lucky.
What about the way it got in?
If nobody checks the entry, the same space can be home to another possum within weeks.
Stopping another dead possum in roof spaces
Most possums that die in roofs were trapped inside or could not find their way out. These steps prevent it.
Never block an entry hole during the day, when the possum may be inside.
Do not use poison or baits, which are illegal and leave a carcass in the ceiling.
Have entries sealed properly, with a one-way door where a possum is still living inside.
Keep branches clear of the roof so possums are less likely to get up there.
Call us at the first sign of thumping, before a possum settles in.
Dead Possum Removal Melbourne FAQs
Not sure whether the possum is alive or dead? Tell us what you hear and smell, and we will tell you what it most likely is.
Call 0435 073 966How much does dead possum removal cost in Melbourne?
Dead possum removal starts from $350 including GST. Removal with entry sealing is from $350 up to $550, and wall cavities or hard access from $550 up to $850.
Is there dead possum removal near me?
We cover metropolitan Melbourne and can often attend the same day when a technician is free. Call with your suburb for the next available time.
How long does a dead possum smell last?
A dead possum smell usually peaks within about a week and can hang around for several weeks if the body and soiled material are left in place.
How do you find a dead possum in roof spaces?
We follow the smell, fly activity and any ceiling staining to the spot, then check the roof void from the manhole or through the tiles.
Can you remove a dead possum in wall cavities?
Yes. We narrow down the location first, then make a small access cut that we agree with you before starting.
Is the possum alive or dead?
A live possum makes noise after dark. If the thumping has stopped for a few days and a smell is growing, it has most likely died.
Will the council remove a dead possum?
Councils usually handle dead animals on roads and public land. A possum inside your roof or walls is the property owner to arrange.
Can I remove a dead possum myself?
You can if you can reach it safely. Wear gloves and a mask, double bag it and check your council rules for disposal. Most people call us for roofs and walls.
Does air freshener get rid of the smell?
No. It masks the odour briefly. The body and soiled material have to come out, and the area needs disinfecting.
Why did a possum die in my roof?
Often it was sealed in by a blocked hole or was old or sick. Sometimes bait was put out nearby, and poisoning possums is illegal.
Do you seal the entry after removal?
We show you how the possum got in and quote to seal it on the same visit, with a 36-month guarantee on each sealed entry.
How long does dead possum removal take?
Most roof void removals take one visit of one to two hours. Wall cavities and under floor jobs can take longer.
Book dead possum removal Melbourne homes rely on
Found, removed, disinfected and deodorised in one visit for most roofs, with the entry sealed and covered by our 36-month guarantee on request.