Mloyko,
I handle skunks for a living so I'd love to give some advice here.
If a skunk is shot in the head, the possibility of the Rabies Virus becoming airborne is very real. If the skunk is shot in the lungs, it is over 50% chance it will spray but more importantly, it may run to it's shelter, IE; under your home and then die. Not good, I don't recomend shooting them for those reasons in addition to firearms laws (discharge within 500 feet of a neighboring dwelling is prohibited here). Plus, it is not the best solution to the problem.
Trapping is effective if the person doing it knows what they are doing. Laws must also be known for your particular state. Many states prohibit relocating skunks.
Moth balls, fox urine, electric boxs etc etc are a waste of money.
The most effective solution and cost effective in the long run is to hire a professional. We can handle them in any situation, quickly and with no odor.
One more point is Skunks are the number one animal in the North East to die under structures. Once the animal dies under a home, it can sometimes be difficult to retrieve and if the glands rot after few months and the essence gets into the soil, you could have the smell for years.
Removing the animals is only part of the solution however, the really important part is excluding them (blocking openings) so they can't get back in again, next year. A professional is very concerned with that aspect of the job and a good question to ask anyone you may call.
Pm or ask away if you have any more questions
Go to my website and check out the pics on the skunk page.
Hey, BTW, great avatar, Hockey nuts here! Do you play? I have four that play plus me.
Pee Wee is a goalie.
http://www.shorelinewildlife.com