Spiders

Spider Control

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Davis Pest Control Services

Spider Specialists

Arachnophobia is an anxiety disorder resulting from a fear of spiders and prevails across the Midwest since spiders are present throughout the Midwest. Although spiders are beneficial to controlling the populations of other obnoxious insects, no one wants to have them in their homes or offices. The technicians at Davis Pest Control are well-versed in spider control and are prepared to help you keep them at bay. Give us a call right away if you're dealing with any types of spider.

Spider Control

Black widow spiders are one of the two most common spiders in the Midwest that do pose a serious threat to humans. They are readily identified from their red or orange hourglass marking on its body. Its bite may be fatal, especially to young children. Adults typically suffer from illness for a couple of days but can have muscle pain and swelling for up to a month!

Brown recluse spiders are also native to the Midwest. Their bites are sometimes undetected but can spread rapidly depending on the amount of venom injected. Most brown recluse bites may cause minor to intermediate swelling but can result in tissue removal and death in severe cases. 

Wolf spiders carry a tough stance and appear like mini tarantulas but are completely harmless to humans. They are lone scavengers and do not spin webs. They feed on insects and are looking for food and water when they venture indoors. 

A wide variety of species of spiders roam the Midwest all of which can be treated by Davis Pest Control. Be sure to ask about our Davis365 Service Guarantee to minimize the chance that you'll ever see an eight-legged friend in your home or place of employment. 

Common Causes

Outbreaks of spiders can occur from various scenarios. Spiders find their way inside while searching for food and water. Smaller insects they prey upon may already be in your home feeding on food scraps and/or crumbs. Spiders hunt them out and may opt to dwell if adequate shelter and water is also on site. Certain species often hide in wood piles, under rocks and other decorative vegetation you may have growing around your home or workplace. Spiders may even hitch a ride on a new houseplant that you just purchased. 

Treatment Options

To best control spiders, pet-safe and environmentally-friendly chemicals are sprayed in and around your home or place of work. We also remove visible webs often found in eaves and in patios to help limit future infestations. Crawlspaces and storage sheds are treated as needed. Time-released, micro-encapsulated treatments often leave a residue behind which may last for up to 30 days to keep spiders from living long enough to nest and reproduce. 

Preventative Controls

  • To discourage spiders from feeling comfortable, knock down any spider webs you can find in and around your home. Make sure to check favorite locations often and be sure to tell your technician at Davis Pest Control where spiders frequently harbor. 

  • Seal any cracks and other points-of-entry into your home to help limit and even prevent spiders from making themselves welcome. 

  • Allow Davis Pest Control to help you control and even eliminate spider prey to significantly reduce the presence of spiders. 

  • Use warmer lightbulbs instead of super-white light to lessen attraction. 

  • Avoid pile-ups of wood, rocks, boxes and other scrap materials that act as desirable dwellings for spiders. 
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