Skunk Removal in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Newport News, and Hampton, VA
Skunks are nuisance animals that are known for burrowing and digging under porches, shed, foundation and crawl spaces. These nocturnal animals with poor eyesight are able to detect sudden movements and they will spray a pungent scent from their anal glands when they feel threatened.
They are typically black and white but can also be cream colored. They can either be striped or spotted and are known for having warning coloration. Skunks are about the size of a normal house cat and can weigh up to 18 pounds. Skunks do not pose a threat to people although they will spray them and pets which can linger for several days. In fact, skunks can actually be helpful to farmers because they feed off of agricultural pests.
What Are Signs of Skunks?
Some signs of skunks are yard damage from them digging for grubs and other food. Holes dug from skunks appear as small cones in the soil that are about three to four inches wide. Skunks will burrow under decks, porches and sheds to make their dens and can displace soil and concrete foundation. Skunks will feed off of corn, berries, other crops and cause damage. The most obvious sign you have skunks on your property is if you see them.
Skunks will leave tracks and droppings that can also help to identify them. It is best to hire a professional wildlife company to have a thorough inspection to properly identify the animal and determine what can be done to remove it from your property in Newport News, Norfolk, or Virginia Beach, VA.
Are Skunks Dangerous?
Skunks are wild animals and can be very unpredictable. While skunks are not known for being aggressive animals, they will bite people or pets especially if they have rabies. One sign of rabies in a skunk is seeing them during the day time. Skunks also carry parasites like ticks, fleas and mites which can cause the transmission of diseases. Skunks also can carry leptospirosis, tularemia and canine distemper.
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How to Get Rid of Skunks 丨Summit Wildlife Removal
Trapping is typically the best method for skunk removal although laws and legal requirements may vary county to county so it is best to hire a professional trapper. The most effective thing to do if you have skunks is to contact a professional wildlife removal company like Summit Wildlife Removal. At Summit, one of our professional wildlife technicians will be able to come up with a plan to remove the skunks from the property and keep them away if that is something you desire.
Some of the skunk removal services offered by Summit Wildlife Removal include:
- Skunk trapping
- Wildlife barriers
- Skunk clean up
- Repairs
- Insulation replacement
- Skunk disinfecting and deodorizing treatments
Skunk Prevention in Newport News, Norfolk and Virginia Beach, VA
Here are some steps to keep skunks away from your property:
- Properly cover trash cans
- Have a pest control/rodent control program
- Do not leave food out
- Have a barrier wall installed
- Hire a professional wildlife removal company
Contact Summit Wildlife Removal for Skunk Removal
If you have skunks on your property in Newport News, Norfolk, Virginia Beach and other parts of Hampton Roads. In addition to providing services for skunks, Summit can remove squirrels, raccoons, snakes, bats, birds, moles, voles and a variety of other nuisance wildlife. Contact Summit Wildlife for all of your wildlife removal needs. If you have pests on your property, contact Summit Pest Control at 757-901-4455.