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Famous for their foul-smelling spray and black-and-white color, skunks are one of the most common nuisance wildlife creatures for homeowners and businesses. The striped nocturnal animals are common in the United States in both urban and suburban areas. Skunks are also a serious public health threat. In the United States, they are second to the raccoon in the number of reported rabies cases among wild animals.
Ehrlich technicians provide reliable skunk removal services to help protect your home and family.
When skunks invade your property, prompt action is crucial. With branches across the Eastern U.S., Ehrlich offers skunk removal services in your local area, based on proven techniques.
Our local technicians are trained in identifying skunk dens and safely removing skunks. Book with us for skunk pest removal from our expert technicians.
At Ehrlich, we believe in using humane solutions. We safely trap skunks with specialized cage traps designed to avoid spraying incidents. Each trap is carefully checked every 24 hours. What happens to the skunk once captured depends on local laws.
Due to the foul odor they spray, skunks can be challenging to approach. Skunk removal should be left to the professionals. But knowing what attracts them can help you take steps to prevent future skunk problems.
Skunks are attracted by easy access to food and shelter. Common attractants include garbage bins without tight-fitting lids and pet food left outside. Vegetable gardens and tall grass where insects thrive can also attract skunks. Addressing these issues can help reduce skunk activity as well as help prevent a range of other wildlife issues.
While some DIY methods may temporarily help you get rid of skunks, they are rarely effective long-term solutions. DIY attempts also risk unwanted encounters and exposure to skunk spray. Skunks can spray accurately up to 20 feet, and the spray can be painful and can blind pets and people temporarily.
It is highly recommended that skunk removal professionals be contacted quickly before a person or pet on the property is sprayed. Our pest control for skunks addresses the root cause of your skunk issue so you can limit your interaction with these dangerous animals.
Skunks can burrow underneath your home, and removing them from such tight spaces can be challenging and risky. Our technicians use humane traps strategically placed near entry points, removing the skunks without harm. Attempting to remove skunks yourself is not recommended due to the risk of being sprayed or bitten.
Prevention is the key to managing skunk issues effectively. By combining professional trapping methods, deterrents, and exclusion techniques, you can reduce the likelihood of skunks on your property.
We use humane cage traps to capture skunks to cause minimal distress while avoiding any skunk spray. These traps include protective coverings and are strategically baited to ensure skunks enter completely before being removed.
Timer-activated lights can help discourage skunks, as they dislike bright environments. However, repellents only offer short-term relief. For lasting protection from skunks, consider professional exclusion strategies.
Securing potential entry points under decks, porches, sheds, and foundations is critical. We recommend installing sturdy fencing that extends at least 12 inches underground, as skunks are skilled diggers. Our technicians can assist with thorough inspections and long-term exclusion solutions.
Common signs include the strong skunk odor from their spray, small cone-shaped holes in your lawn from skunks hunting for insects, and overturned garbage cans. Recognizing these signs can prevent more significant issues.
We do not recommend attempting to remove skunks yourself. Skunks can spray accurately up to 20 feet, and their spray can temporarily blind pets or people. Our technicians know how to remove a skunk while minimizing the dangers they present.
Skunks can pose health risks as they are common carriers of rabies. Their spray can also irritate eyes and skin. Always contact healthcare professionals if pets or people have been in contact with skunks or their spray.
Skunks can return if whatever attracted them in the first place isn’t removed. Professional removal combined with preventive exclusion is therefore recommended to help prevent their return.
Ehrlich provides professional skunk removal services across the Eastern United States. Find your nearest branch to schedule an inspection and begin the process of protecting your home today.
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