Skunk under your porch or shed? Get connected with a local wildlife pro
Skunks dig dens under porches, decks, sheds and slabs, and dig small holes in lawns looking for grubs. Most problems start with the smell. Removing a skunk without getting sprayed takes experience, so this is one to leave to a pro.
Call (XXX) XXX-XXXXFor houses, family homes and apartments. Not for commercial buildings or mobile homes.
Signs of skunks
- A musky skunk smell near the house, especially at night
- Small cone-shaped holes dug in the lawn
- A burrow or gap under a porch, deck or shed
- A black-and-white animal seen around dusk
Call a pro if:
- A skunk is living under your porch, deck or shed
- Your home smells like skunk
- Your pet was sprayed near the house
Why it's worth getting help
- Skunks are a known carrier of rabies in the US.
- Spray can get into crawl spaces and HVAC systems and is very hard to remove.
- Pets that confront a skunk often get sprayed or bitten.
What a local provider does
- Identify the den and entry points
- Use one-way doors or careful trapping to remove the skunk
- Seal off the area under decks, porches or sheds
Dealing with skunks? Talk to a local provider.Availability depends on providers in your area.
Call (XXX) XXX-XXXXWhat you can do right now
- Don't approach or corner a skunk.
- Keep pets inside at dusk and dawn if a skunk is nearby.
- Remove food sources like pet food and fallen fruit.
Questions people ask
Will a skunk leave on its own?
Sometimes, but dens are often reused. Sealing the area properly after the skunk leaves is what stops the problem.
Who do I call for a skunk under my porch?
A wildlife removal company. Call the number on this page to be connected with an independent provider near you.
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How it works
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Tell us what you're seeing or hearing and where you live.
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