Spider Pest Control & Extermination 

What Attracts Spiders?

Spiders generally come into a home in search of one of 3 things: food, shelter, or a mate. Poor weather outside will generally prompt spider’s prey to move inside which inevitably draws the spiders inside as well. This leads spiders to each other which increases the likelihood of mating. Be prepared for increased pest and spider activity shortly after rain or cold weather warming up. 

Where Do You Find Spiders?

A spider’s lifespan really depends on the species with species like black widows living up to 3 years and barn funnel weavers living up to 7 years in optimal conditions. Tarantulas have one of the longest lifespans and have been known to live beyond 20 years old. It is important to know that most spiders can lay close to 20 eggs sacs in their lifetime with each sac containing up to 250 eggs. This means that most spiders can lay several egg sacs a year resulting in spider population spikes without proper treatment. 

The primary types of spiders that are found in California include:

Black Widow – Recognized by the shiny black exterior with a red hourglass symbol displayed prominently on its back. This spider is venomous and can deliver a painful bite that can cause severe distress and may require medical attention.

Brown Recluse – These are another extremely venomous spider found in California. Their venom causes human tissue to die so it is important to seek medical attention if bitten. That being said, seeing these are a little rarer because they prefer to remain hidden. They are easily identified by the violin shape found on their bodies.

Wolf Spider – Wolf spiders are known for hunting their prey and do not spin webs to catch their food. They stay low on the ground and will chase and pounce on the bugs they eat.

House Spider – These small spiders are generally the ones that you find inside your home. They are brown or black and sometimes have different patterns on their bodies.

Daddy Long Legs – These spiders have extremely long and thin legs. They are extremely venomous but luckily their teeth are not big enough to harm humans. 

Effective spider control starts with implementing prevention strategies designed to minimize spider attractants. By helping to prevent other pest populations from getting out of hand, you can help reduce the likelihood that spiders will take interest in your home. This can be achieved by implementing simple exclusion tactics like sealing cracks and crevices, eliminating gaps around doors and windows, and using a screen door. On going pest maintenance will also help with early detection as well as implement residual pesticide applications to help reduce pest populations. 

Call today for a free estimate (916) 791-2847 or email us at team@allinonepestcontrol.com! 

All in One Pest Control understands the needs of our customers. We have a team of licensed and trained spider exterminators who have years of experience taking care of our Sacramento neighbors. We have designed effective spider control treatment plans that have completely eradicated severe spider infestations. Call today to schedule an inspection if you have seen spiders that you want to get rid of.