Skunk Removal Connecticut | Trapping– RF Wildlife

It’s Skunk Mating Season in CT – February Alert! 

During February and March, male skunks roam up to five miles looking for mates. That means more fights-more spraying-and way more chances of one crawling under your deck, porch or shed. Call Now 860-510-6313

 

Skunk problems in your Connecticut home or yard? These nocturnal pests dig under decks, sheds, or porches, spray when threatened, and create strong odors that linger — especially in shoreline towns like Old Saybrook, Essex, Deep River, Clinton, Westbrook, Madison, Guilford, Branford, and inland areas like Middletown, Cromwell, Portland, East Hampton, North Haven. As rabies vectors, skunks require careful, legal handling. RF Wildlife provides fast, DEEP-compliant skunk removal across a 30-mile radius from Old Saybrook — humane live trapping, exclusion, and odor control with no relocation allowed. Veteran-owned with 16+ years of experience and NWCOA certifications, I handle every job personally — including remote trap camera monitoring for real-time alerts. Call or text 860-510-6313 today for a free inspection and get rid of skunks safely.

Signs of Skunk Activity in CT

Skunks are quiet until disturbed — but the signs are unmistakable:

• Strong, lingering odor (even without a direct spray) at night
• Cone-shaped digging holes in lawns (1–4 inches wide) searching for grubs
• Burrows or dens under decks, sheds, porches, or foundations
• Tracks (five toes with claws) or overturned trash near food sources
• Sprayed pets or sudden odor inside the home (skunk entered garage/crawlspace)

In shoreline towns like Old Saybrook and Madison, skunks love beach trash and marsh cover. In suburban areas like Middletown and Cromwell, they target decks and gardens. Mating season (February–March) increases activity and sprays.

Our Humane Skunk Removal Process

We follow strict DEEP rules — no poisons, no relocation for rabies vectors,  live trapping and exclusion.

1. Free Inspection — Locate dens, assess odor sources, and identify entry points.
2. Secure Live Trapping — Odor-controlled traps placed at burrow entrances; use remote trap cameras for real-time monitoring — know within 30 minutes if caught for fast response.
3. Eviction & Exclusion — One-way doors for safe exit, then permanent sealing with hardware cloth.
4. Cleanup & Deodorization — Remove droppings, neutralize odor, sanitize affected areas.
5. Prevention — Secure trash, reduce grubs, install barriers — stop future skunks.

Most jobs started in 1–3 days with follow-up guarantee. Pricing starts at $225 — transparent and no hidden fees.

 

Common Skunk Damage and Behaviors in CT Yards

Skunks’ omnivorous diet makes them a dual threat: pest controllers (eating grubs and larvae) but also garden raiders. Here’s what to watch for in your Connecticut property:

• Lawn Holes and Tunnels: Cone-like divots from grub hunts, often worse in moist soils after rain—common in shoreline towns like Westbrook or Guilford where mild winters keep skunks active.
• Garden Raids: Devouring veggies, fruits, or birdseed; they may even pilfer from mole traps, snatching the catch for an easy meal.
• Solitary Habits: Adults stick to daytime hiding in burrows under sheds or decks, emerging at dusk. But kits (baby skunks) are bolder, wandering out anytime in early summer (June-July), leading to surprise encounters at BBQs or play areas.
• Winter Patterns: No full hibernation means sporadic activity during mild CT winters, but heavy snow can trap them in dens, delaying removal efforts until thaws.

These behaviors complicate skunk control—DIY attempts like filling holes often fail, as skunks just dig elsewhere or spray defensively. Plus, they carry risks like rabies or parasites, making professional handling essential under CT DEEP guidelines.

Certifications & Training

• NWCOA Rodent Standards Certified (2022) — Expertise in humane rodent control and exclusion standards.
• NWCOA Goose Damage Management Workshop (2012) — Trained in managing geese and waterfowl issues.
• NWCOA Exclusion Product Installation Certified (2023) — Certified installer of Hy-Guard exclusion products, including vent covers, chimney caps, and pest blockers for wildlife prevention.
• NWCOA EPIC Competence Integrity Service (2012) — Certified in excellence, professionalism, integrity, and customer service. This course provides an understanding of ventilation systems, typical wildlife damage of said systems, as well as the installation of many prefab exclusion products on the market.

Why Choose RF Wildlife for Skunk Removal in Connecticut

• Veteran-Owned & Local — 16+ years of direct service — you talk to the pro, not a call center.
• DEEP-Compliant & Humane — No illegal relocation or poisons — safe for families, pets, and wildlife.
• Trap Camera Monitoring — Real-time alerts — know within 30 minutes if caught for fast response.
• NWCOA Certified — Trained and certified in humane standards and exclusion products.
• Shoreline Expertise — We know coastal dens (Old Saybrook, Madison) and suburban decks (Middletown, Cromwell).
• 24/7 Emergency — Skunk sprayed your dog? We respond fast.
• Proven Results — Real Google/Yelp reviews from Connecticut clients — zero complaints.

 

 It is illegal to relocate skunks in CT?

skunks are one of Connecticut’s rabies vector species. It is illegal to relocate skunks in the state of Connecticut. Other diseases and parasites include leptospirosis, the intestinal roundworm baylisascaris columnaris, distemper, canine hepatitis, fleas, ticks, lice and mites, any of which can affect your pets. It is never a good idea to leave pet food outside that wild animals and domestic animals can share.

Don’t hesitate, call RF Wildlife’s skunk removal service in Connecticut. Skunk exclusions are the solution to keeping skunks from digging under your deck, shed, or your homes crawlspace.

How to get skunk spray off dog.

Dog skunked? This is one of the most common reason people search for skunk removal service in CT. Hydrogen Peroxide, baking soda and dish soap mixed together works well to remove skunk spray from dogs. DO THIS OUTSIDE! This mixture will NOT destroy the skunk smell it will only lift the skunk spray off of the dogs fur. Petco also carries a product called Natures Miracle that my clients swear by. Many dogs get sprayed multiple times in a short timeframe. This is especially true with Golden Retrievers. Goldens are notorious for being sprayed by a skunk multiple days in a row.. This is the reason I am called for skunk trapping in many cases. A skunk removed from the area is one that will not spray your pet again.

What to use to remove skunk smell from inside the home.

This is much harder than getting the skunk spray off the dog. Most common scenario the Dog gets sprayed, the homeowner lets the dog inside not realizing what happened. The dog will u rub all over the furniture trying to get the spray off.  In addition Skunk spray is so potent that we can detect it to the few parts per million. Cleaning everything effected may help. First try vinegar water solution. Secondly try simmering a pot of apple cider vinegar with cinnamon sticks.  Thirdly you can rent Air scrubbers to remove skunk smell, but they use ozone and you must vacate the house to use them. Give us a call to trap your skunks 860-510-6313 We are Connecticut wild animal control experts.

Ready to get rid of skunks for good? Call or text RF Wildlife at 860-510-6313 today for a free inspection. Serving a 30-mile radius from Old Saybrook including Old Saybrook, Essex, Branford, Clinton, Westbrook, Madison, Guilford, Middletown, Cromwell, Portland, East Hampton, North Haven, Killingworth, and more.

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• AnimalControlCT.com — full animal control
• WildlifeControlCT.com — wildlife tips & blogs
• RaccoonRemovalConnecticut.com — raccoon specialists
• MoleExterminators.com — mole trapping