Signs of a spider infestation

Arachnophobia is among many people’s biggest fears, so a spider infestation is definitely one many humans don’t want to have in their homes. While most spiders are typically harmless, there may be an underlying reason why they are choosing to infest your property. More often than not though, spiders are just looking for a quiet place where they can build their webs and catch a lot of insects for food.

Below you’ll find out just what may be attracting spiders to your house as well as the common signs that you might have a spider infestation.

If you need to control a spider infestation, talk to Ehrlich’s experts at 800-837-5520

What attracts spiders?

Spiders are generally looking for food, but they aren’t looking to bite you. If there are a lot of spiders on your property, this typically means they might have discovered your property is a great place to catch prey. Therefore, a spider infestation might indicate an underlying pest problem.

Signs of spiders

Similar to most pests, spiders become a little more active in the cooler months looking for food and shelter. As the temperature drops in the fall, spiders come out of their hiding spots and look for a mate. This is when these signs are most often spotted. Towards the end of the fall many die off, but some hibernate until the following spring.

If you have a spider problem, you may see one or all of the following:

• Spider webs
• Eggs sacs
• Spider nests
• Live or dead spiders

Where should I look for signs of spiders?

In general, spiders can be found in dark, secluded areas, both in your home and garden. Some spider species live in burrows rather than webs, while others are free-ranging and take refuge in crevices. Some species of spiders are attracted to moist environments, so make sure you check your basements, walls, sheds, and other damp locations. Other species can be found in places such as attics, the junction of a wall and ceiling, closets, and storage boxes.

Spiders feed on other insects and prey on ants, flies, woodlice, and other spiders, so where there is a plentiful supply of other insects, spiders will wait to find their next meal.

Is your house infested with spiders?

If you see signs of a spider infestation around your home, then there could be a reason they are choosing your home as the place to build their webs. It could be something like an infestation of flies or an increased amount of mosquito activity around your home.

Part of an Ehrlich home inspection to determine if your property has a spider infestation is looking for those contributing factors. Often the best way to eliminate a serious spider infestation is to get rid of their food source, so a number of different pest control and specific spider control and prevention methods may be needed.

At Ehrlich, we offer expert identification of your invading spider species and provide a professional service to control larger infestations.

For professional help with a spider control, call us today at 800-837-5520