IN GENERAL

Spiders are fascinating creatures with unique characteristics that make them stand out. Their eight-legged, hairy bodies and three or four pairs of eyes make them easily recognizable, but their fast movements can give homeowners chills. Despite their creepy appearance, spiders are capable of surviving for several months without food and some species have venomous bites.

One of the most interesting things about spiders is their exoskeleton, which they shed in order to grow. Their bodies are divided into two sections – the head and the abdomen – and they primarily hunt and feed at night. However, they may come out during the day if their shelters are disturbed.

Did you know that spiders are cannibals? If food is scarce or they are confined together, they will eat each other. Female spiders of the same species will often kill the males shortly after mating.

All spiders produce silk, but not all use it to spin webs. Ground-dwelling spiders use silk to line their burrows and capture prey. They mostly feed on live or freshly killed insects by immobilizing them with their venom and consuming their bodily fluids.

In conclusion, spiders are fascinating creatures with unique abilities and behaviors. Although they may be creepy to some, they play an important role in our ecosystem and deserve our respect and admiration.

AS PESTS

Spiders can be helpful in controlling pests. They are known as generalist predators that can reduce the number of insects in homes and gardens. Huntsman spiders are especially effective at pest control and cleaning service, as they feed on small insects found indoors, with cockroaches being a favorite prey.

Nevertheless, not all arachnids are as useful as the Huntsman. Black House and Daddy-Long-legs Spiders are the most common nuisance arachnids that most people deal with.

Apart from being nuisance pests, spiders in Australia are notorious for their sometimes deadly bites! The primary purpose of a spider’s bite is to immobilize its prey for easier feeding. There are roughly 2,000 different spider species in Australia, the majority of which are harmless to humans. However, two spiders pose particular danger to humans due to the lethal toxicity of their venom: the Sydney funnel-web spider and the Redback spider.

SPIDER TREATMENT & CONTROL

Our team provides spider pest control and cleaning services that involve using a spray treatment to target internal skirtings and other common hiding spots. We also apply pesticide dust to the roof void and under the building, if possible. Additionally, we spray the external perimeter walls, eaves, verandas, and any webs found on the property. For best results, we advise leaving the sprayed webs alone for 1-2 weeks before removal.

The cost and scope of our spider pest control and cleaning services vary based on several factors, including the severity of the infestation. If you have only noticed a few webs or if the infestation is limited to a specific area of the house, we can offer a more affordable treatment plan. However, if the infestation has spread to larger portions of your home, a more comprehensive and costly treatment option may be necessary. Rest assured that our expert spider exterminators are reliable and can provide you with a convenient solution. Contact us today for more information.

PREVENTION TIPS

Are you tired of dealing with spider infestations in your home? While our spider pest control and cleaning services are highly effective in getting rid of these bothersome arachnids, there are also some helpful tips you can use at home to prevent them from taking up residence in the first place. By becoming familiar with their habits and preferences, and taking some reasonable precautions, you can keep your home spider-free.

To start, make sure to shake out clothes and shoes before wearing them, clear away garden foliage from entryways, fit doors with draught strips, and install flyscreens on doors, windows, and vents. It’s also important to avoid using “blanket-sprays” in your garden, as this can drive ground-dwelling spiders into your home.

Some spider species, such as the Funnel Web, can be quite aggressive and confrontational, making it important to keep young children away from any creepy crawlies, especially if you’re unsure of their species. If someone is bitten, seek medical attention promptly.

Since many arachnids are most active at night, it’s a good idea to check bedclothes and bedding before getting into bed. If you happen to come across them, you can either catch and release them into your garden or eliminate them with a household insecticide spray or by squashing them.

We serve Glen Waverley, Mount Waverley, Glen Huntly, Noble Park, Pakenham, Springvale, Clayton, Frankston, Mulgrave, Rowville, Knox, Burwood, Officer, Blackburn & nearby areas of Melbourne.

If you notice an increasing number of spiders in your home, it’s likely you have an infestation. Don’t wait until it gets worse. Contact the experts today for a dependable spider pest control and cleaning service.