Skunk Removal
The most common skunk that we see in Charleston is the striped skunk. Striped Skunks are omnivores, so their main source of food differs from season to season. During the spring and summer months, insects are their preferred meal. During fall and winter, skunks slow down and go into a state of relaxation. At this time, their diet consists of small rodents, insects, and of course, household trash, if they can find it!
Skunks mate in the late winter and babies are born 7 to 10 weeks after, typically around May or June. They usually have 4 to 6 skunks per litter, so in the Spring, you should check thoroughly for babies before taking matters into your own hands and trying to remove a skunk yourself .
Skunks get comfortable in their habitat, so If you have a skunk in your area, he is probably not moving far. They can live their whole life within 2 miles, so if a skunk is in your home, he’ll make himself part of your family until you get him removed.
Do not approach or try to catch a skunk yourself, because they will try to spray you. This odor can take days to ware off. One good warning that a skunk gives before he is about to spray is that he will usually stomp one of his feet in your direction. Thats when you know it’s time to call an expert.
You might be worried if you see a skunk around your home. You might be wondering what negative impacts they could have on your life? Well, skunks have become accustomed to living in people’s crawl spaces, under their porches, and in their sheds. As when any wild animal is taking up residence in your home, there are always risks that come along with them.
Skunks are one of the four rabies vector animals down here in Charleston, meaning they are one of the animals most likely to attract the virus and spread it.
Skunks not only carry rabies, but are associated with other diseases such as round worms and leptospirosis. Both these diseases can affect humans living in the same quarters as skunks.
Skunks denning under houses will rip down insulation to make their den leading to hefty repair costs.
The smell. This one explains itself.
There are many other factors to think about when a skunk is living in or around your home. Let us take the risks and figure out your skunk exclusion.
Here at Mustards Wildlife Removal, we take skunk jobs seriously. We want to remove your furry, stinky, house guest as quickly and humanely as possible. Skunk jobs can be difficult sometimes, because they are weary animals and often shy away from traps. Thankfully, we have a few tricks up our sleeve!
Let us your South Carolina skunk removal specialists handle your needs.
