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Skunks can quickly become a serious problem when they make their home under decks, porches, or crawl spaces. Known for their strong, lingering odor, skunks can create an unpleasant environment around your home and pose health risks to your family and pets.
At Heath’s Wildlife Service, we provide safe, humane skunk removal for homeowners and businesses across New Hampshire and Southern Maine. We carefully remove skunks without the use of poison and take steps to prevent them from returning.
Skunks are burrowing animals that often dig around foundations, patios, and driveways to create shelter. They are also known to tear up lawns while searching for grubs, leaving behind visible damage.
Beyond the smell, skunks are known carriers of diseases such as rabies, and their presence can put pets at risk. Once they establish a den, especially during breeding season, the problem can grow quickly.
Our process includes identifying den sites, safely removing the animals, and sealing entry points to ensure your property is protected long-term.
If you notice these signs, it’s time to call a professional!
Common signs of a skunk problem include a strong, persistent odor around your property, small holes dug throughout your lawn, and burrows under decks, porches, or sheds. Skunks are nocturnal, so you may also spot them at night or notice activity in the early morning hours. These signs usually indicate an active den nearby.
Yes, skunks can pose risks to both people and pets. In addition to their powerful spray, which can linger for days, skunks may carry diseases such as rabies. Pets that encounter a skunk often require immediate cleaning and veterinary attention. Professional removal helps reduce these risks safely.
Skunks look for quiet, protected areas to dig and raise their young. The space beneath decks, porches, and sheds offers ideal shelter from weather and predators. This is one of the most common wildlife issues homeowners face—learn more about animals living under decks and structures.
The safest and most effective solution is professional removal using humane methods. Attempting to handle a skunk yourself often increases the risk of being sprayed. Our wildlife removal services are designed to safely remove skunks and prevent further problems.
Yes, skunks can cause noticeable damage by digging small holes in lawns while searching for grubs and insects. They may also create burrows near foundations, decks, and walkways, which can weaken structures and disrupt landscaping over time.
Skunks may return if den sites are not properly secured. Sealing entry points and reinforcing vulnerable areas is critical to long-term prevention. Our wildlife prevention and repair services help protect your property from repeat activity.
Avoid approaching or cornering the animal, as this increases the chance of being sprayed. Keep pets indoors and contact a professional for safe removal. Skunks often give warning signs before spraying, but it is best not to take that risk.
Heath’s Wildlife Service provides professional skunk removal throughout New Hampshire and Southern Maine, including inspection, humane removal, and prevention solutions tailored to your property.
