Skunk Damage Identification - Oakland County, MI

Skunks have a solid reputation as having an unpleasant odor - and the uncanny ability to pass that odor to your pet.  However, spraying your four legged friend is not the only problem that they can cause.  If you decide that you need professional skunk removal service and we service your area, then give us a call.

Burrowing under porches, sheds, and decks

Skunks love to make a cozy home under enclosed porches, sheds and low decks.  The entrance to their burrow is usually pretty small - 3 to 5 inches inches is just large enough to squeeze inside.  Usually, people realize that the skunk is present when their pet is sprayed or the skunk sprays in the general vicinity.   

Yard Digging

Skunks frequently dig in grass in search of grubs, beetles and other ground inhabiting insects for dinner.  They can feast on grubs, like we would go through a bag of our favorite corn chips.  Symptoms of skunk damage appears as 2-3 inch cone shaped holes or small tufts of dirt.  There may be over 100 holes in a 10x10 foot area. 

Skunks also are known to feast on ground bee hives and the larva.  Tell tale signs that a skunk was helping you remove this potential danger is a large hole and remnants of the hive. 

Introduction

Skunk Damage Identification

Prevention Tips

Odor Removal