Skunk Removal in Los Angeles – Humane Skunk Control and Exclusion Services

When skunks move under your home, deck, or garage, the smell isn’t the only problem. Female skunks return to the same place each year to have babies, which means a small issue can quickly turn into a colony.

Animal Capture Wildlife Control provides professional skunk removal in Los Angeles using humane methods backed by more than 20 years of experience. We’re fully licensed and offer free estimates for all skunk control services.

How We Remove Skunks

Our technicians specialize in two safe methods of removal: live trapping and physical removal.

Live trapping is often the best long-term solution because it limits odor and stress on the animal. We place humane traps just outside the skunk’s entry point, so when it leaves its den, it’s safely contained without being cornered.

These traps are enclosed to help keep the skunk calm and greatly reduce the chance of spraying. If any odor occurs, it stays outdoors and fades quickly. Traps remain in place for 3 to 5 days to confirm that no other skunks are still on the property.

Physical removal is faster but can release a strong odor in enclosed areas such as under homes, decks, or garages. Only a trained skunk trapper in Los Angeles should handle these animals—DIY removal can lead to bites, disease exposure, or violations of California wildlife regulations.

After removal, our team inspects for damage in affected areas and can seal or repair entry points to prevent future activity.

Skunk Behavior and Risks

The striped skunk is most common in Los Angeles, while smaller spotted skunks are sometimes found in residential areas. Both species take shelter in existing burrows under homes, sheds, or decks. They dig shallow holes in lawns for grubs and will eat fruit, trash, or pet food left outside.

Skunks are nocturnal and typically breed between January and March. Their presence can lead to flea infestations, property damage, and a serious health risk—skunks are one of California’s main rabies carriers. Prompt, humane removal is the safest solution.

Preventing Future Problems

To keep skunks from settling on your property, follow these prevention tips:

• Seal gaps or openings under decks, sheds, and crawl spaces
  
• Pick up fallen fruit and secure trash bins
  
• Bring pet food or other food sources indoors at night
  
• Use low fencing buried a few inches underground
  
• Fix leaks or drainage issues that create damp areas

For ongoing protection, we can inspect and seal vulnerable areas to block future entry.

Serving Los Angeles County

We provide skunk control services as well as dead animal removal across Los Angeles County, including Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Malibu, Sherman Oaks, Pasadena, and Calabasas.

For fast, humane skunk removal in Los Angeles, call 310-551-0901 today for your free estimate.

Skunk Removal FAQs

Who should I call to get rid of a skunk?

Call a licensed skunk trapper in Los Angeles such as Animal Capture Wildlife Control. We provide humane trapping and removal backed by decades of field experience.

Can I trap a skunk myself?

It’s not recommended. Skunks can spray when stressed or cornered, and unlicensed removal can violate state wildlife regulations. Professional wildlife removal services have safe, odor-reducing equipment and relocation permits.

Do skunks spray every time they’re trapped?

No. Our humane traps are designed to help prevent skunks from lifting their tails, which greatly reduces the chance of spraying.

How much does skunk removal cost?

Most skunk removal costs fall in the low hundreds, depending on access, the number of animals, and cleanup needs. We offer free estimates before any work begins.

Are skunks dangerous?

Yes. Skunks can carry rabies and other diseases such as leptospirosis. They also attract fleas and may damage insulation or wiring under your home. It is not safe to have skunks living in or around your home.

How do I get rid of skunk smell?

If you need skunk removal in Los Angeles, call us today at 310-551-0901.