Skunk Control in Tampa

Stopping the Smell and Preventing Property Damage

Living in Tampa means sharing our beautiful environment with various wildlife, but it becomes a problem when nature moves a little too close to home. If you are noticing a pungent, musk-like odor lingering around your property, or finding small, cone-shaped holes dug into your lawn, you likely have a skunk issue. These animals are notorious for burrowing under decks, sheds, and foundations to build dens, which can threaten the structural integrity of your property and put your pets at risk of being sprayed.

At EcoTech Pest Control Services, we understand the urgency of removing these animals safely and effectively. Serving residents and business owners since 2013, our team specializes in humane wildlife control that prioritizes the safety of your family and the environment. We are licensed, insured, and equipped with the experience to handle your skunk problems professionally, ensuring your home returns to being a safe, odor-free sanctuary.

Call us today at (813) 544-3902, or contact us online for professional exclusion services.

Signs of Skunk Activity

Identifying a skunk infestation early is the best way to prevent extensive damage and the dreaded spray. While the smell is the most obvious indicator, skunks are nocturnal and stealthy, often establishing themselves on your property before you ever see them. Understanding their behavior helps in confirming their presence so you can take the right steps toward removal.

• The Smell: The most undeniable sign is a persistent, faint scent of sulfur or rotten eggs. If the smell becomes overpowering suddenly, a skunk has likely sprayed nearby in defense or during a mating dispute.
• Lawn Damage: Skunks are omnivores that love digging for grubs and insects. You may find small, shallow holes in your yard, typically 3 to 4 inches across, or patches of rolled-back sod where they have been foraging overnight.
• Structural Burrowing: Skunks rarely climb; instead, they dig. Look for fresh mounds of dirt near the foundation of your home, under HVAC units, or around the perimeter of sheds, decks, and porches where they create dens.
• Nighttime Noises: Since they are active at night, you might hear scratching, thumping, or shuffling sounds coming from under your floorboards or crawlspaces as they move around or build nests.
• Pet Interactions: Often, the first sign homeowners discover is an unfortunate one: the family dog barking at the base of a deck or coming inside smelling of skunk spray.

Our Humane Removal Process

At EcoTech Pest Control Services, we believe that effective pest control does not have to be harmful to the environment or cruel to animals. Our approach to skunk issues in Tampa focuses on humane trapping and strict exclusion techniques (IPM). We treat every situation with the care it deserves, ensuring that the animals are removed safely while securing your home against future invasions.

• Thorough Inspection: We start by inspecting your property to identify all entry points, active dens, and food sources attracting skunks. This allows us to create a tailored plan for your specific situation.
• Humane Trapping: We use safe, specialized traps designed to capture the animal without injury. Our technicians are trained to handle these traps carefully to minimize stress on the animal and reduce the risk of spraying during removal.
• Exclusion and Prevention: Removal is only half the battle. We identify and seal the entry points used by the skunks, such as gaps in the foundation or openings under decks, using durable materials that prevent re-entry.
• Sanitation and Deodorization: Once the animals are gone, we can advise on how to clean up the area to remove the pheromones that might attract other wildlife, ensuring a truly long-term solution.