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Spiders Control Guide
Guide to spider identification, including brown recluse and black widow, prevention and safety
Danger: Low to High (species dependent)
Peak: Spring through fall, with indoor sightings increasing in autumn
Treatment: $100-$300
Signs of Spiders
- ⚠ Webs appearing in corners of rooms, garages, basements, and along exterior eaves
- ⚠ Sightings of spiders in dark, undisturbed areas like closets, attics, and behind furniture
- ⚠ Small silk egg sacs attached to webs or hidden in sheltered areas
- ⚠ Unexplained bites that develop a red, swollen, or necrotic center, which may indicate a brown recluse
Prevention Tips
- ✓ Reduce outdoor lighting that attracts insects, or switch to yellow sodium vapor bulbs that draw fewer bugs
- ✓ Remove webs regularly from eaves, corners, window frames, and garage areas
- ✓ Seal cracks and gaps around the foundation, utility penetrations, and window frames
- ✓ Declutter storage areas such as basements, closets, and garages where spiders build undisturbed webs
- ✓ Shake out shoes, gloves, and clothing that have been stored or left on the floor before wearing
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Spiders Treatment Costs
Professional spiders treatment typically costs $100-$300. Costs vary by severity, property size, and treatment method. Get multiple quotes and ask about guarantees.