Older farmhouses and raised homes around Flagstone often have open space underneath, and that space can give possums and rodents a way into the house. From the subfloor they can climb into wall cavities, and rats often nest there before moving up. Newer slab homes rarely need it, but many acreage homes do. We give you upfront pricing and book a nearby independent crew that proofs subfloors across the area.
The crew checks the base of the house from outside, looking at gaps in lattice, broken vent covers, openings around plumbing and gaps where stairs or decks meet the house. If there is room to get under, they also look for droppings, nests and paths through the soil. Gaps into wall cavities from below are marked for sealing.
- Lattice gaps and broken vent covers closed with mesh
- Gaps around pipes and drains sealed
- Openings into wall cavities closed from below
- Deck and stair joins checked
- Rodent signs noted for rat or mouse control
Subfloor proofing is done so air can still move under the house, which helps keep timber dry. Mesh is used rather than solid panels where airflow matters. Garden beds and stored timber against the house are pointed out, since they give rodents cover. If there is any sign an animal is still living under the house, the crew fits a one-way door on the gap it uses and seals it once the space is quiet.
To book subfloor proofing in Flagstone, ring 07 3543 7765. Tell us whether the house is raised, high-set or on stumps, and we will line up a local team. Photos of the underside help with pricing.
