Skunk Removal in Richmond, VA
If you’re dealing with skunks in your crawlspace, or burrowing under your foundation, shed, or deck our team is here to help. Critter Authority provides humane skunk removal in Richmond and the surrounding areas. Our team safely removes skunks that are burrowing too close for comfort, and can help protect your foundation and outdoor structures long-term with wildlife barrier installation.
We’re family-owned, fully licensed and insured, and offer military discounts. Call 804-492-2804 or submit a contact form to schedule a free skunk removal estimate near Richmond.
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Signs You Need Skunk Removal
You may need skunk removal if you’ve seen the same skunk go under a deck, shed, porch, or foundation night after night. Other signs include a strong odor that keeps coming from the same spot, small holes dug through the lawn while skunks look for grubs, or disturbed soil around a possible den.
The best way to know for sure is with a free inspection. Critter Authority can check the property, confirm where the skunk is active, and let you know whether trapping, exclusion, or wildlife barrier work is needed.
Skunk Trapping Services in Richmond
Critter Authority provides humane skunk trapping and removal for residential and commercial properties near Richmond. Our skunk removal services can include:
- Free inspections with photos
- humane skunk trapping and removal
- skunk removal from crawlspaces, decks, porches, sheds, and foundation den sites
- one-way removal when appropriate
- skunk exclusion and wildlife barrier installation
Critter Authority’s Skunk Removal Process
Every skunk job is a little different, but the process usually looks like this:
We inspect the property to find the active den, entry point, or travel path and check for signs of young. Then we explain what we found and give you a free estimate for the recommended work.
Once the work is approved, our technicians set the right trapping or removal method for the situation. That may include live trapping or one-way removal when appropriate.
After removal, Critter Authority can seal crawlspace openings, close off den sites, and install wildlife barriers around decks, porches, sheds, foundations, or other areas skunks may dig under.
Before we close anything up, we make sure the active den or entry area is no longer being used and account for any baby skunks that may be present.
If the skunks caused damage or left behind contamination, our crew can handle related repairs and cleanup as needed.
Skunk Exclusion & Wildlife Barrier Installation
Once the skunks are out, Critter Authority can close off the areas they were using and install wildlife barriers to keep them from digging under structures.
A wildlife barrier is a section of heavy-duty metal mesh installed along the base of a deck, porch, shed, foundation, or crawlspace. The barrier is buried below ground and backfilled with concrete to keep burrowing critters out.
Our technicians can also seal crawlspace openings, close off old den entrances, and repair weak spots around the structure. If we find other areas a skunk could use, we’ll point them out and explain what needs to be reinforced.
Contact us for a free skunk removal inspection near Richmond today.
Why Choose Critter Authority for Skunk Removal?
Critter Authority is a local, family-owned wildlife removal company serving Richmond and the surrounding area. Our technicians are NWCOA trained, fully licensed and insured, and use humane removal methods. If we find a mother skunk with kits, we take that into account before trapping or closing off the den.
We can also handle the work that comes after removal. Our crew provides skunk exclusion, crawlspace seal-outs, wildlife barrier installation, and related repairs, so you’re not left with an open den site after the skunks are gone.
We offer free inspections and estimates, and we’ll explain what we find before recommending the work. Military and first responder discounts available. Contact us to schedule a free skunk removal inspection near Richmond.
Our Service Area
Critter Authority provides professional wildlife removal throughout the Richmond area, including:
Contact us for a free skunk removal inspection near Richmond today. Not sure if you’re in our service area? Call us at 804-492-2804.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if a skunk is living under my deck, porch, or shed?
If a skunk has moved in under your deck, porch, or shed, don’t seal the opening or try to force the skunk out, especially if you’re not sure whether there are babies inside.
Critter Authority can check the den, figure out whether it’s active, and recommend the right removal method. After the skunk is safely out, our crew can close the den and install a wildlife barrier to help keep it from digging back under the structure.
Contact Critter Authority for a free skunk removal inspection near Richmond.
Can skunks carry rabies or other diseases?
Yes. Skunks can carry rabies and other diseases, including parasites that spread through feces. In Virginia, skunks are one of the wildlife species most commonly associated with rabies, so you should avoid handling, cornering, or approaching one closely.
Most skunks aren’t sick, but if one is living under your home or another structure, it’s safer to let a trained wildlife technician handle the removal. Contact Critter Authority for a free skunk removal inspection near Richmond.
Will a skunk spray during removal?
It’s possible, but it’s not guaranteed. Skunks usually spray when they feel threatened, so our trained technicians work carefully to avoid stressing or cornering them during the removal process.
There’s always some chance a skunk may spray, especially during trapping but professional handling helps reduce that risk. Contact Critter Authority for a free skunk removal inspection near Richmond.
How do you keep skunks from coming back?
We keep skunks from coming back by closing off the places they’re using to den and blocking access to areas they can dig under. After removal, Critter Authority can seal crawlspace openings, close old den sites, and install wildlife barriers around decks, porches, sheds, foundations, and other problem areas.
Wildlife barriers are buried into the ground so a skunk can’t just dig underneath and move back in. Contact Critter Authority for a free skunk removal inspection near Richmond.
Do you offer any discounts?
Yes, Critter Authority offers a military discount. Let us know if you qualify during your free inspection.
Do you offer financing options?
Yes, we offer flexible financing options through Hearth so that you can address your skunk problem now and pay over time if needed.