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Pest Control Spiders

Spiders are found all over the world in a variety of sizes and colors. They are classified as arthropods and feed on insects, other spiders, and small reptiles and mammals. Spiders have eight legs, most have eight eyes, and many spin webs. Even though most spiders are harmless, several spiders can be very dangerous to humans. If you have a fear of spiders, seeing one can be uncomfortable and intense. Spiders, even dangerous ones, are usually more afraid of us than we are of them. Most will leave humans alone and are actually pest predators. This usually means you have another pest problem. If you suspect you have a spider infestation, call Martin Pest today and we can help you identify the spider and plan a solution that works for all.

Common Spider Species:

American House Spider
  • Up to 3/8 of an inch in length
  • Brown or tan
  • Commonly found in garages, crawl spaces
Wolf Spider
  • Come in a range of sizes between 1/4 of an inch to 1 1/2 inches
  • Brown in color
  • Active predators
  • Commonly found in ivy, monkey grass, covered areas outdoors
Black Widow Spider:
  • Vary in size between 1/8 of an inch to 1 1/2 inches
  • Vary in color, however most are black with red or orange hour glass marking on abdomen
  • Extremely dangerous and bites can be fatal
  • Commonly found in secluded places
Brown Recluse Spider
  • 1/2 inch in size
  • Brown in color
  • 6 eyes instead of 8
  • Commonly found in out of the way places
  • Venomous bite
Hobo Spider
  • Up to 3/4 of an inch in length
  • Brownish gray in color
  • Build flat webs with funnel shape
  • Bites to humans can cause ulcer wound and become infected if not treated
Cellar Spider:
  • Up to 3/4 of an inch n size
  • Thin shape
  • Pale whitish or cream in color
  • Spin large messy webs and catch and eat other spiders
  • Commonly found in dark damp areas
Spider Prevention Tips:
  • Control food sources around your house
  • Eliminate other insects in the house
  • Keep bushes and shrubs trimmed
  • Seal open spaces
  • Remove spider webs
  • Store clothes in sealed plastic bags