Nebraska Wildlife Service
Skunk Removal
Skunks under decks, sheds, porches, and outbuildings can create serious odor problems, digging, and repeat activity around your property. Borland Wildlife Solutions provides professional skunk inspection, removal, exclusion, and cleanup throughout Nebraska. LET BORLAND HANDLE YOUR WILDLIFE!
What to Watch For
Common Skunk Problem Signs
Strong Odor
A persistent musky smell near the deck, porch, crawlspace, garage, or foundation often points to skunk activity or a recent spray event.
Digging Near Structures
Small cone-shaped holes in lawns, mulch beds, or along edges of structures can indicate skunks searching for grubs or shelter.
Animal Under Deck
Skunks commonly den beneath decks, sheds, steps, and slabs where they find dark, protected cover close to the home.
Tracks and Droppings
Tracks, droppings, disturbed soil, and worn entry routes can help confirm where skunks are traveling and denning.
Nighttime Activity
Skunks are often active after dark. You may notice movement on cameras, sounds near the structure, or pets reacting to activity outside.
Pet Spray Incidents
If a dog has been sprayed, there may be an active skunk den nearby that needs professional inspection and exclusion.
Odor, Inspection, and Removal
Skunk problems are not just unpleasant. Odor can linger around entry points, under structures, and in nearby materials. In some cases, repeated activity can lead to damaged screening, disturbed insulation, contaminated spaces, or unsafe encounters with pets and people.
Borland starts with a careful inspection to identify den locations, travel routes, attractants, and structural vulnerabilities. From there, we recommend a professional plan for removal, exclusion, and cleanup based on the property, the season, and the level of activity.
How Borland Handles It
Our service process is built to solve the current skunk problem and reduce the chance of repeat activity.
01
Inspect
We inspect the structure, den areas, access points, odor zones, and surrounding conditions that may be attracting skunks.
02
Remove
We use a professional removal strategy appropriate for the situation, property layout, and safety concerns.
Professional wildlife service should address the animal, the structure, and the conditions that allowed the problem to happen in the first place.
03
Exclude
After removal, we help close off vulnerable access points and recommend barrier improvements where skunks are getting underneath structures.
04
Clean Up
When needed, we address contaminated materials, odor concerns, and site conditions so the area is cleaner, safer, and less attractive to wildlife.
Professional Service
What Skunk Service May Include
Every property is different, but professional skunk service often includes inspection, removal planning, exclusion recommendations, and cleanup guidance.
Inspection
Identify den sites, entry routes, odor sources, digging patterns, and conditions around decks, sheds, porches, crawlspaces, and outbuildings.
Exclusion
Recommend or perform barrier improvements and closure work to help prevent skunks from re-entering the same area after removal.
Cleanup
Address contaminated materials, nesting debris, and odor-related concerns when skunk activity has affected the space.
Related Help
If the issue involves wildlife contamination, structural vulnerabilities, or uncertainty about the animal involved, Borland can guide the next step.
Related Resources
Keep Exploring
Skunk Information
Learn more about skunk behavior, common signs, and why these animals choose certain structures and properties.
Animal Under Deck
Many skunk calls start with activity beneath a deck, porch, or shed. Explore this problem page for related warning signs.
Wildlife Products
Need supplies, deterrents, or professional wildlife products? Browse the Borland shop for relevant solutions.
Skunk Removal FAQ
Answers to common questions about skunks around homes, buildings, and rural properties.
Why do skunks get under decks and sheds?
These areas provide dark, protected shelter close to food sources and landscaping. Skunks often choose them for cover and denning.
Is skunk odor a sign of an active den?
Often, yes. A lingering odor near a structure can point to recent skunk activity, a den location, or a spray event nearby. Inspection helps confirm the source.
Can I just block the opening myself?
Blocking an opening without confirming whether a skunk is still inside can make the problem worse. Professional inspection helps determine the right timing and method.
Do skunks damage property?
They can. Skunks may dig around foundations, disturb landscaping, occupy spaces under structures, and create contamination or odor issues that require cleanup.
What happens after removal?
After removal, the focus shifts to exclusion, cleanup, and reducing attractants so the same area is less likely to be used again.
Do you serve skunk problems across Nebraska?
Borland Wildlife Solutions is based in the Lincoln, Nebraska area and serves customers throughout Nebraska with professional wildlife-control services.