If you are seeing skunks in your yard, there is probably a den on your property. Skunks frequently dig under decks, sheds, and other structures for shelter. We provide comprehensive solutions to all skunk problems. Our services are humane and come with a 2-year warranty.
Are Skunks Taking Over Your Space?
If there are skunks on your property, let us remove them for you. Our technicians have the skills and experience required to get the job done. The materials we use are safe and do not harm the animals in the process. We can not only remove the skunks but keep them out by pest-proofing your property. We can seal and block all potential areas of skunk harborage. Call us today for an inspection and guaranteed skunk removal service. We provide a 2-year warranty on all our work.
DECKS
Skunks just like raccoons often dig under sheds to find protection from the elements. You might look under the deck and not see the den entrance, but the burrow is there.
SHEDS
Sheds offer the best protection to skunks. Often sitting on a concrete slab, the shed structure acts like a fortress above their bunker deep underground.
PORCHES
Solid or precast steps can provide excellent shelter for skunks. Animals often dig under concrete steps and set up their den deep below the surface.
Low Profile Exclusion Work for Skunks
Check out our work
We take the time needed to make sure that our work will not only withstand the test of time but also to make sure it looks good. Our work has a low profile and by the time we are done you won’t be able to tell we were there.
Once we find the area skunks are using as a den, we measure and verify the exact number of feet we will need to exclude. We also verify that no babies are present and that all animals are mobile and can move on their own.
With your permission - we get to work. We will dig about 15-20 inches deep around the structure and attach a steel mesh barrier underground. This way skunks will not be able to dig back under the deck or shed once they vacate.
Skunks vacate through our one-way door. This door can be attached to allow any animals that are hiding under the structure to exit. Once the animals are out, we return and seal things up permanently.
We make sure There are no immobile babies
There might be skunk babies living in the den. By blocking entry points to the den you are potentially hurting the animals inside. Our services are performed at times of year that potential skunk babies are totally grown up and mobile to minimize any possibility that animals are stressed or hurt. Hire us for professional and humane skunk removal Pickering services.
When skunks become alarmed or threatened by a person or animal they spray as a defensive weapon. Skunk spray can be long lasting and overpowering.
Skunks can compromise small structure by digging underneath. They can also cause significant damage to lawns by digging in search of food – grubs and worms.
Skunks can carry rabies. They can also carry parasites like roundworms. Some skunks carry ticks, mites and fleas which can also be harmful to humans and pets.
Skunk removal usually costs about $300. This includes a detailed inspection of the exterior of your property as well as the installation of the one-way door. Pest-proofing starts at $30 per linear foot. Pricing varies according to the scope and difficulty of the job.
Our warranty covers the labour and materials involved in the exclusion performed. If an animal breaches our work within the warranty period, a technician will come back and fix the problem at no additional cost. This is a comprehensive warranty.
No, we do not trap skunks. Trapping and relocating skunks disorients them and forces them to compete with the animals of their new area. It also risks injuring the animal or separating it from its babies. We advise against trapping.
One-way doors swing outward, so they only allow the animal to exit its den. The one-way door is installed directly to the entrance of the den, so when the skunk wants to leave, it simply pushes its way through the door. Once out, it cannot get back in.
Skunks have their babies in the spring, usually between May and June. Baby skunks, also known as kits, are immobile at birth, so we do not remove them at this time. Our technicians wait until the skunks are roughly 8 weeks old before installing the one-way door.
We provide services for skunks, raccoons, rats, and other wildlife in which we can use the one-way door. The technique is the same and our pest-proofing works against all wildlife. If another species is identified at the time of inspection, we can help you out.
Skunks are misunderstood creatures
Skunks are common in Pickering. These are adaptable omnivores that feed on insects, plants, and garbage. They can be found nesting under porches and sheds across the GTA. Skunks are not known to attack people, but they produce a nasty spray that leaves odours for days at a time. It is also toxic enough to require medical assistance. If you have pets and they get sprayed, they will need a trip to the veterinarian. Skunks will also damage your garden and spread germs. It is best that you get rid of them.
Call Skunk Control for safe and reliable skunk removal. Our technicians are experts with multiple years of experience. We can remove the animals for you and keep them out for good. If you have any questions, or if you are interested in booking an inspection, give us a call.
