Seal gaps under decks, sheds, porches, and foundations
Close off crawl spaces with sturdy wire mesh
Repair holes in walls, vents, and screens
Keep garbage cans tightly covered
Use animal-proof trash bins if possible
Remove pet food from outdoors
Feed pets indoors
Clean up fallen fruit, birdseed, and compost
Store compost in a secure bin
Keep lawns trimmed and shrubs cut back
Remove brush piles, wood piles, and debris
Block access to spaces under stairs and structures
Install motion-activated lights or sprinklers
Use fencing buried into the ground
Avoid leaving standing water outside
Secure chicken coops and livestock feed
Use commercial skunk deterrents as directed
Do not leave shelter materials like boards or tarps on the ground
Call a wildlife professional if skunks are nesting nearby