Why Do Skunks Dig Under Homes and Decks?

What Attracts Skunks to Your Property

Skunks are drawn to:

• Loose soil or gaps beneath decks and foundations
• Easily accessible pet food or garbage
• Dense vegetation or overgrown shrubs
• Insects and grubs in lawns and flowerbeds

They’re also excellent diggers. A skunk only needs a 4-inch gap to squeeze underneath a structure — and once they’re in, they’ll often create a den for raising young.

Why It Matters for Your Home

Skunks may be shy, but their presence creates big problems. Their spray is notoriously difficult to remove and can linger for weeks. They also dig up lawns, leave droppings, and may bring parasites or diseases into your yard.

Even worse, a startled skunk under your home or porch can spray into your HVAC system or crawl space, causing odor to spread indoors — a situation that often requires professional cleanup.

Why Homeland Wildlife Gets It Right

We don’t just trap and leave. At Homeland Wildlife & Pest Control, we remove skunks humanely, then install permanent solutions like subterranean barriers to keep them from ever coming back.

We also inspect your property for other attractants, seal entry points, and deodorize affected areas if needed. Our exclusion work is backed by a Lifetime Warranty, so your home stays protected year after year.

Think You’ve Got a Skunk Under the Deck? Let’s Handle It.

Call Homeland Wildlife & Pest Control for a free inspection. We’ll safely remove the problem and build a barrier that keeps your home skunk-free for good.

📞 210-776-6100
🌐 www.homelandwildlife.com

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