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City Wildlife Control
We do not handle domestic pets such as dogs or cats. Our services are strictly for wildlife control.

Skunks are a common sight across the Golden Horseshoe, known for their distinctive black-and-white stripes and their notorious defense mechanism. While they are generally docile, they become a major problem when they decide to burrow under your front porch, backyard shed, or concrete steps. For homeowners in Oakville, Burlington, and St. Catharines, a skunk infestation isn't just a physical nuisance—it’s a constant risk of a lingering, overwhelming odor.

At City Wildlife Control, we specialize in humane skunk removal and professional exclusion. We serve residential and commercial clients throughout Southern Ontario, including Hamilton, Brantford, Beamsville, and Niagara, ensuring your property is skunk-proofed for the long term.

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Signs You Have a Skunk Under Your Property

Skunks are nocturnal and expert diggers. If you live in Hamilton or Niagara, you may notice these common signs of an active skunk den:

  • Faint, Persistent Skunk Odor: You don't always need a direct spray to smell them. Their den often has a musky, metallic scent.
  • "Cone-Shaped" Holes in the Lawn: Skunks dig for grubs, leaving small, circular holes in your grass (similar to raccoon damage but more precise).
  • Excavated Dirt Near Foundations: Large piles of fresh dirt next to your porch, deck, or shed indicate a burrow.
  • Pet Encounters: If your dog is barking at the base of your deck every night, there’s a high probability a skunk is nesting underneath.
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The Dangers of Skunks on Your Property

Simply trapping a skunk is a temporary fix. If you don't seal the "vacancy," another skunk (or a raccoon or groundhog) will move in within weeks. Our 4-step process ensures a permanent solution for residents in Beamsville, St. Catharines, and beyond.

Health Risks: Skunks are one of the primary carriers of Rabies in Ontario. They can also carry distemper and leptospirosis, which can be transmitted to household pets.

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Structural Undermining: Extensive burrowing under concrete pads, steps, or walkways can cause the ground to shift, leading to cracked concrete and expensive repairs.

Parasites: Skunks are frequently infested with fleas and ticks, which can migrate from the burrow under your porch into your home or onto your pets.

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What you should know

Common Wildlife Problems in southern ontario

Here are the main issues you may encounter when wildlife enters your home or property

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SQUIRREL REMOVAL

If squirrels are posing an issue in your attic, walls, or exterior structures, our team can handle them. You can avoid the wide range of potential diseases that these animals and their waste can spread with professional wildlife control in Hamilton. Squirrels spread quickly and can damage siding, soffits, and more.

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SKUNK REMOVAL

Getting sprayed by a skunk can leave you with a foul odour for weeks, not to mention the risk of temporary eye damage. These animals are generally peaceful, but you risk an unpleasant encounter if they make their nest too close to your home. Our team has the equipment and skills to keep everyone safe during skunk removal.

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RACCOON REMOVAL

Raccoons pose a serious safety risk and can spread disease throughout the area they live in. While common throughout the area, they can become a serious problem if they get a bit too familiar with your home. We safely and humanely remove these animals to keep both you and them out of harm’s way.


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BAT REMOVAL

Bats are useful and fascinating creatures, but you don’t want them taking up roost in your attic. They spread disease and ruin insulation. Our team takes an efficient approach to most bat removal cases with simple one-way bat doors that prioritize both your property and the bats’ health and safety.

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RODENT REMOVAL

We provide wildlife removal in Hamilton for all types of rodents, including the many different types of mice and rats that call our city home. Our focus on humane removal techniques and effective rodent-proofing keeps everyone safe.

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BIRD REMOVAL

While most birds are a welcome addition to the neighbourhood, they become a problem if they build nests in or around your roof. We provide a variety of bird deterrents and humane removal services for any situation.

Our Professional Skunk Removal & Prevention Process

Simply trapping a skunk is a temporary fix. If you don't seal the "vacancy," another skunk (or a raccoon or groundhog) will move in within weeks. Our 4-step process ensures a permanent solution for residents in Beamsville, St. Catharines, and beyond.

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The One-Way Door System

We don't use stressful "box traps" unless absolutely necessary. Instead, we install a heavy-duty one-way door at the main entrance of the burrow. This allows the skunk to leave at night to forage but prevents it from re-entering.

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L-Section Trenching (The "Proofing" Phase)

This is the most critical step. Since skunks are diggers, we dig a trench around the perimeter of the deck, shed, or porch. We install galvanized steel screening in an "L" shape underground. This prevents the skunk (and future wildlife) from digging back under the structure.

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Humane Baby Removal

During the spring (April–June), skunks often have litters. If babies are present, they are too young to use a one-way door. Our technicians use specialized techniques to safely remove the kits and reunite them with the mother outside the exclusion zone, ensuring no animals are harmed or trapped inside.

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Odor Neutralization

If your property has been sprayed, we offer professional-grade deodorizing services. We use enzyme-based cleaners that break down the oils in skunk spray (thiol), rather than just masking the scent with perfumes.

Serving the Entire Golden Horseshoe & Niagara Region

From the urban centers of Hamilton to the rural properties of Brantford, City Wildlife Control understands the local landscape:

  • Burlington & Oakville: Protecting modern decks and high-end landscaping from burrowing pests.
  • Hamilton & Stoney Creek: Sealing century-home foundations and crawlspaces.
  • St. Catharines & Niagara Falls: Managing skunk populations near vineyards and wooded residential areas.
  • Beamsville & Grimsby: Providing fast response times for skunk emergencies in the Niagara Peninsula.

Get Rid of the Smell and the Skunk Today!

Don't wait until your pet gets sprayed or your porch foundation is compromised. Whether you are in Brantford, Hamilton, or St. Catharines, City Wildlife Control provides the most reliable skunk removal in Southern Ontario.

Contact us today at (905) 632-3223 or fill out our Online Quote Form for a professional inspection.

FAQs

What should I do if my dog gets sprayed by a skunk?

Avoid bringing the dog inside immediately! Use a mixture of 1 liter of 3% hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of liquid dish soap. Apply it to the dry fur, let it sit for 5 minutes, and rinse. Note: Do not store this mixture in a closed container as it can explode.

Can a skunk spray through a one-way door?

Skunks generally only spray when they feel trapped or threatened by a predator. Because our one-way doors allow them to leave freely, they rarely spray during the exclusion process.

How deep do skunks dig?

Skunks typically burrow about a foot deep, but they can go deeper if the soil is soft. Our L-shaped screening is designed specifically to stop their digging habits.
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Our goal when I created CWC over 20+ years ago was the same as it is today: to provide the best possible animal and pest control company in the marketplace through these company mission goals. ‍

1. Best possible customer service in the market
2. Best possible prices in the market
3. Best possible humane removal of wildlife in the market.

To this day we strive to meet each of these goals with every customer we have the pleasure of working for. I give you my word.

Dan Adamson - Owner
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