You don’t think much about skunks until one shows up under the deck… or that smell drifts through your vents at 2 a.m. I’ve seen it plenty at All City Animal Trapping: skunks might look slow and harmless, but once they move in, they can do real damage and make a home miserable fast.
Skunks dig. It’s what they do best.
Foundation and structure: Tunnels under patios, decks, steps, and along foundations can loosen soil and undermine support over time.
Lawns and beds: Cones of dirt, scattered turf, overturned mulch—their grub-hunting can make a yard look like it’s been rototilled overnight.
That spray isn’t just “bad.” It’s legendary.
Lingering smells: The odor can stick around for weeks (sometimes months), clinging to clothing, furniture, and HVAC filters.
Irritation: If it gets in the eyes, the spray can cause severe discomfort and temporary blindness.
Skunks can carry diseases and hitchhiking parasites.
Rabies: Skunks are known carriers; any bite or scratch is a medical issue.
Fleas, ticks, mites: Once inside crawl spaces or garages, they can spread to pets—and from there, into the house.
When they explore, they don’t tiptoe.
Stored items: Boxes, paper files, soft goods—anything in sheds, garages, or basements can get chewed, soiled, or ruined.
Outdoor structures: Deck skirts, lattice, and light wooden enclosures get torn up when skunks try to nest or reach food.
They’re after grubs and insects, but plants pay the price.
Destroyed plants: Bedding plants, veggie starts, and flowers get uprooted while they dig.
Soil stability: Repeated burrowing loosens soil, which can lead to erosion and slumping around hardscaping.
Service areas we handle this a lot: Orange County, Hollywood, Palos Verdes, Manhattan Beach, Pasadena—and nearby neighborhoods too.
We keep it humane, tidy, and thorough—so you don’t deal with the same issue again.
We walk the property and figure out what’s really going on:
Where they’re getting in (gaps, deck edges, broken vents).
How active they are and where the den sites are.
What’s drawing them in (pet food outside, open crawlspace, easy shelter).
No two properties are the same. We map out a plan that fits your layout, your timeline, and your comfort level.
We use professional, wildlife-compliant traps:
Designed to minimize stress and avoid spray incidents.
Placed strategically in high-traffic areas, checked frequently for quick removal.
Once trapped, skunks are handled by trained techs with care and caution—always in line with local regulations and community safety.
Stopping repeat visits is half the job:
Seal entry points (vents, deck skirts, foundation gaps) with durable materials that blend in.
Repair damage: foundation edge patching, deck and lattice fixes, lawn and bed restoration, and any chewed or broken components.
We clean nesting debris, treat contaminated areas, and neutralize odors so the smell doesn’t linger in the house or HVAC.
We set you up to win long-term:
Practical tips for pet food, trash, and yard care.
Barriers or screening where needed.
Follow-up checks to make sure everything holds.
Experienced team – Licensed, trained, and very familiar with skunk behavior and the safest ways to handle it.
Humane methods – We prioritize animal welfare and community safety at every step.
Complete service – Inspection, trapping, removal, repairs, sealing, cleanup, and prevention—handled by one crew.
Fast response – Skunk problems get worse (and smell stronger) the longer you wait. We move quickly.
Customer-first – Clear communication, personalized plans, and support until your property is skunk-free.
Transparent pricing – Free consultations and detailed quotes. No surprise add-ons.
Local know-how – We understand Southern California’s wildlife patterns and building styles.
Proven results – Happy customers, clean yards, quiet nights.
If you’re seeing dig marks, smelling that unmistakable odor, or hearing movement under the deck, it’s time to act. Call All City Animal Trapping for a free consultation. We’ll remove the skunks humanely, fix the entry points, clean up the mess, and help keep them from coming back.
