Wylie Skunk Removal - All Pest Solutions

Frequently Asked Questions About Skunk Removal

As Skunk Removal Experts, we get asked LOTS of questions about skunks, what attracts them to your home, how to remove them, and other general wildlife questions. Here are some of the more common questions asked:

How do you get the skunk smell out of your home?

Eliminating or removing the smell of a skunk smell in your home will definitely take some time. Here are some popular tips:

• Discard or deep-wash any clothes that may have been sprayed by the skunk
• Open windows in your house to help ventilate it
• Deep clean your pets, any family members affected and yourself 
• Change the air filter(s) in your house
• Try leaving bowls full of vinegar around the house to help dilute the bad odor
• Deep-Clean floors, countertops, and any other hard surfaces
• Deep-Clean furniture and carpets

How do you prevent skunks from being attracted to your home?

In the wild, skunks are opportunistic, seeking out garbage, pet foods, mice, insects, elevated sheds, openings underneath concrete slabs and porches to nest at night, among other little conveniences.

To keep skunks away from your home, you'll want to take a few precautionary measures. In addition, you can use some natural deterrents that will help prevent the animal from coming back.

The likelihood of an unpleasant encounter with a skunk can be reduced by taking preventative measures to reduce attractants around homes. These include covering all trash, securing the wells of windows, feed all pets indoors, or removing food from their bowls as soon as possible after they eat. These steps reduce the possibility of all unwanted pests lurking around the house.

 Other actions to take include:

• Decks, patios, and stairs should be closed off if there are any large openings.
• Keep your lawn clean by removing food sources and waste
• Use a trash can to seal up waste
• Skunk repellent can be purchased over-the-counter, however All Pest Solutions has options to supply or suggest these items.
• Make sure your backyard is well lit

Should you leave skunks alone?

Despite the fact that skunks eat other pests like insects and mice, they're not the most pleasant neighbors. Especially if you have pets, you should eventually relocate any skunk families. You can also call us to humanely trap and relocate the skunks. If you see a dead skunk, also try to avoid touching or handling it at all costs. Once you know you have a skunk problem your best bet is to call professional skunk trappers for removal.

Are skunks rabid?

As a general rule of thumb, consider ALL skunks as rabid, diseased, and at a minimum - health hazards. They're not an animal you want to get close to (or allow your pets to get close to). If you observe a skunk mimicking any of the following abnormal behaviors be sure to stay clear:

• Paralysis of limbs
• Walking in circles
• Unprovoked aggression or boldness
• Feeling disoriented or stumbling
• An unusual level of tameness
• Call your local wildlife control, health department, police dept, animal control, or us at All Pest Solutionsfor help instead of approaching the skunk yourself

Call Us Today And We'll Remove Your Skunks... For Good!

The All Pest Solutions team can examine your home today if you have noticed a skunk visiting your residence or you're seeing an increase in the pungent smell of skunks. In addition to finding active skunk burrows and creating a trapping plan to capture it, our technicians can also provide special animal proofing materials to protect your property from future problems. Let us take care of your skunk removal in the most effective and humane way possible. Our team of courteous and knowledgeable wildlife professionals is waiting to take your call.