Pest service
Spider Control
Most spiders are harmless, but large numbers or species like black widows and brown recluses are a concern. Call and describe what you are seeing to be connected with an independent pest control provider serving your area.
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Common signs
- Webs gathering in corners, eaves and window frames
- Egg sacs in garages, sheds and basements
- Spiders in bathtubs and sinks
- Many insects around outdoor lights (spider food)
- Shiny black spiders with a red hourglass mark
- Brown spiders hiding in boxes and stored clothing
What a technician typically checks
A technician typically identifies the spiders, finds where they are hiding, and also looks at the insects they feed on, because fewer prey insects means fewer spiders.
Before the visit
Vacuum webs and egg sacs, reduce clutter in storage areas, and shake out shoes and gloves stored in garages. If you are bitten and feel unwell, seek medical care.
Frequently asked questions
Are house spiders dangerous?
Most are not. Black widows and brown recluses can be medically significant, so have unfamiliar spiders identified.
Why do spiders come indoors in fall?
Many male spiders wander looking for mates in late summer and fall, and some move toward shelter as it cools.
Does spider control also treat other insects?
Often yes, since reducing the insects spiders eat is part of controlling them.
Where to call from
Spider Control by state
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- Alaska
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- Florida
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- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
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- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
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