Skunk Removal
Skunks are common throughout Alberta, and while they play an important role in the ecosystem, they can become a serious problem when they make their dens under decks, sheds, or foundations. Beyond the unmistakable odor, skunks can cause property damage, spread parasites, and create stressful situations for homeowners and businesses. If you’re dealing with skunks on your property, trust the region’s leading wildlife control specialists—S.O.S Pest and Wildlife Control. Our humane, effective, and affordable skunk removal services are designed to resolve the issue quickly and prevent it from returning.
Skunk Assessment Process
When we arrive at your property, we begin with a careful inspection of the areas skunks most commonly use for shelter — under decks, sheds, porches, foundations, woodpiles, and other low, protected spaces. We look for clear indicators such as burrow openings, disturbed soil, tracks, droppings, and the distinctive musky odor that often signals recent activity.
Because skunks are nocturnal and cautious, our assessment focuses on identifying the active den site, determining whether young may be present, and locating any attractants such as food sources or structural gaps. Once the inspection is complete, we provide a clear quote outlining the recommended removal and prevention plan. Pricing is competitive within the local market and reflects our commitment to safe, humane wildlife management.
Skunk Removal Services
Skunks require a calm, controlled, and highly cautious approach to avoid stress and prevent defensive spraying. We use species appropriate humane methods such as one way doors, targeted trapping, or hands on den removal when babies are present. Our goal is to remove the animals safely while protecting your property and minimizing odor.
Once the skunk is removed, we inspect the den site for damage, contamination, and secondary burrows. We also monitor the property to ensure no additional skunks remain in the area. Our focus is on resolving the issue fully while respecting the animal and preventing further disruption.
Skunk Relocation Services
After humane capture, skunks are relocated to suitable natural habitat far from residential areas, following Alberta wildlife handling guidelines. Relocation sites are chosen based on available shelter, food sources, and safe distance from homes to ensure the animal can continue to thrive.
If young skunks are present, we reunite the family during relocation to maintain natural behaviour and survival. All relocation practices are ethical, humane, and environmentally responsible.
Skunk Prevention Tactics
Once the skunk has been removed, we secure your property to prevent future intrusions. Because skunks are strong diggers and opportunistic foragers, prevention focuses on eliminating shelter opportunities, reinforcing vulnerable areas, and removing attractants.
Common prevention steps include:
- Screening or reinforcing the underside of decks, sheds, and porches
- Filling burrow openings and compacting soil to prevent re entry
- Securing garbage, compost, and pet food
- Removing fallen fruit and other food sources
- Repairing gaps around foundations and steps
- Installing dig proof barriers where needed
Because skunks often return to familiar den sites, our follow up visits include a thorough re inspection to ensure all vulnerabilities are properly sealed.