Keeping your home clean and well-maintained enhances its overall appearance and reduces the presence of pests that serve as food sources for spiders. Preventive measures such as weatherstripping or caulking doors to prevent unwanted intrusions are essential in creating a spider-free environment and ensuring effective spider management.
Similarly, repairing damaged window screens and regularly cleaning your garage area and basement can help deter spiders from entering your home. When working in the garden, it is advisable to wear gloves to protect yourself from potential spider bites. Additionally, it’s worth noting that spiders can be beneficial as they help control populations of earwigs and other insects, which further reinforces the importance of proper spider management.
To effectively manage spider infestations, here are some valuable tips:
Regularly sweep or vacuum baseboards and the edges of various areas in your home to remove any food particles that may attract spiders. Remove spider webs promptly if there are no spiders present in them. Routinely sweep behind washing machines and dryers, and consider rearranging furniture to prevent spiders from establishing traps in the exact locations. Keep clothes, footwear, and blankets off the floor to eliminate potential hiding spots for spiders throughout the day.
If you encounter a spider near a door or window, gently use a soft brush to guide it outside. Capture live spiders using a glass jar and paper indoors, then release them safely outdoors. You can remove spiders by gently swatting them with a fly swatter or using rolled-up paper or a magazine.
Opt for yellow outdoor lighting, which attracts fewer insects and discourages spiders from spinning webs around your home. Regularly inspect your cottage’s outhouse, ensuring no spiders are beneath the seat’s edge. Keep the outhouse clean, weatherstrip the door, and ensure it closes securely. Additionally, adequately screen all openings.
We specialise in spider management at Steam n Dry Insect Control Auckland Service, we specialise in spider management, covering North Shore, South Auckland City, East, and West. Indeed, we design our services to provide practical and safe solutions that eliminate spiders while adhering to the Department of Agriculture Pesticide Licence Program and qualification for the New Zealand Certificate in Pest Operation. Of course, we prioritise your safety and satisfaction throughout the process, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
Last Updated June 20, 2023. With 36 years of experience in Auckland, Graeme Stephens excels in disinfecting, cleaning, and pest control services. Indeed, an IICRC Master Restoration Technician certification in 2001 solidified his expertise in the field.
