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Calgary skunk removal

Humane skunk removal in Calgary and area

Skunks burrow under decks and sheds, damage lawns and are difficult to de-odourise once they spray. We remove them humanely and keep them from coming back.

Skunk removal in Calgary by The Pest Control Guy
Skunk removal

Humane skunk removal methods

Skunks dig up lawns to forage and nest under homes, decks and sheds, much like mice and voles. Skunk spray on furniture is very hard to fully remove and can linger for two to three weeks, and their feces can be hazardous and spread disease to animals and people. Call us at the first sign of a skunk problem.

The Pest Control Guy provides trusted skunk control in Calgary, Airdrie and surrounding communities using safe trapping, odour mitigation and long-term prevention.

✓ Inspect for den sites under decks, sheds and steps
✓ Live trapping with the trap covered to avoid spraying
✓ Relocation at least 25 km away so the skunk does not return
✓ One-way doors and exclusion to seal the den for good
Why act early

Why skunks need prompt removal

Skunks burrow into lawns and nest under structures, causing damage to the exterior and interior of a home. A skunk that sprays near or under the house can leave an odour that takes weeks to fade, and skunk feces can carry disease that is hazardous to pets and people. The sooner a skunk is removed, the less damage and disruption it causes.

Our procedure

Our skunk removal process

✓ Inspect the property for skunk activity and den openings — under decks, sheds, patios and steps
✓ Live trapping with bait, keeping the trap covered and the skunk calm to avoid spraying
✓ Relocation a minimum of 25 km away so the skunk does not return
✓ Exclusion — one-way doors and sealing so the den cannot be reused
✓ Prevention advice so the space stays skunk-free
Have questions?

Calgary skunk removal FAQs

Is skunk removal humane?

Yes. We use covered live traps, keep the animal calm, and relocate it well away from the property. Where a den has young, we time removal so the family stays together.

There is a skunk under my deck — what should I do?

Keep pets and children away, avoid startling it, and call us. We will assess the den, trap the skunk without triggering a spray, and seal the space afterwards.

How do I stop skunks from coming back?

Close off the space under decks, sheds and steps, secure garbage and pet food, and deal with grubs in the lawn. We handle the exclusion and give you the rest as a checklist.

Skunk under your deck or shed?

Book a licensed Calgary technician and get a free estimate today.

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