It’s that time of year, when all the leaves change colors and begin falling, cooler temperatures, and all the itsy bitsy spiders start finding their way into your home for winter…
Wait, what? That’s right. Spiders have begun the search for their cozy winter homes. Your basement, attic, and storage rooms give them the perfect place to settle in. They are drawn to water and food sources, and can fit through a variety of places because they are so small.
You may be wondering a few things about these tiny eight-legged invaders, like why they chose your home, how they got in, and if they’re dangerous. We are here to put your mind at ease a bit, and give you some helpful tips on how to handle spider issues.
Spiders enter the home through doors, windows, air vents, unfilled holes, cracks, and areas around cable, pipes and plumbing line connections. Any place that has the smallest gap is a potential “open door” for spiders. Spiders can also be brought into the home with items, especially those used outside being stored for the winter, or even new plants.
Not all spiders are harmful. In fact, the majority of household spiders found in the United States are not dangerous. However, they do tend to make a mess, and some are harmful so it’s better to be safe than sorry. The most common household spiders are the cellar spider, wolf spider, giant house spider, jumping spider, and the southern house spider. A few spiders you want to be on the look-out for that are dangerous, and can be found in North America are the hobo spider, yellow sac spider, and Eastern parson spiders.
There are some things you can do to help prevent spiders from entering your home.
Be sure all screens on windows are intact and sealed,
Check to make sure all doors leading outside are properly sealed,
Minimize the amount of outdoor lighting near windows and doors.
If you do end up with a spider problem, (it happens quite often), give us a call to schedule your first 365 Protection Package treatment, and keep your home protected year-round from creepers, crawlers, and unwanted flyers!
