How to Get a Skunk Out of the Garage

Skunks are omnivorous mammals with black fur and a distinct white stripe down the back. They are capable of releasing a spray of foul-smelling liquid as a defense mechanism. Skunks they may be drawn to your garage for a number of reasons. They may seek shelter in the garage because it is cooler or warmer than outside, or they may be seeking food or plants you left in the garage.

Things You'll Need

• Flour

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Turn off any lights in the garage. If the lights are on, the skunk will simply hide.

   • 2

     Sprinkle the area outside every garage door with a layer of flour about 1/8 inch thick.

   • 3

     Open the doors to the garage, both the standard doors and the large main door.

   • 4

     Check the flour every few hours for tracks indicating the skunk has left.

   • 5

     Close the garage doors after the skunk leaves.