No More Eight-Legged Surprises - Say Goodbye to Spiders, For Good.
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Signs of a Spider Infestation
Visible webs
Seeing spider webs inside and outside your home, especially in corners, ceilings, windowsills, and even inside exterior light fixtures, is a clear sign of spider activity.
Prey items
Spiders often leave remnants of their prey, such as insect carcasses or small insects caught in their webs.
Egg sacs
Spider egg sacs are variable in shape, size, and color but are generally round and often found in hidden areas like corners, behind furniture, or in the attic or basement.
Sightings
If you notice spiders crawling around your home, particularly in higher numbers or more often, it could suggest an infestation.
Most Common Types of Spiders
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Danger: Highly venomous; their bites can cause severe pain, muscle cramps, and nausea.
Where they hide: Dark, undisturbed areas like garages, sheds, crawl spaces, and woodpiles. -
Danger: Their bite can lead to skin ulcers and infections. Medical treatment is often needed.
Where they hide: Inside boxes, closets, behind furniture, and in shoes or clothing left on the floor. -
Danger: Not venomous to humans, but large and fast-moving, often mistaken for more dangerous spiders.
Where they hide: Ground level areas, basements, under furniture, and in outdoor landscaping. -
Danger: Harmless, but can quickly multiply and leave webs throughout the home.
Where they hide: Basements, corners of ceilings, behind shelves, and under sinks. -
Danger: Not venomous but may bite if threatened. Known for quick, sudden movements.
Where they hide: Windowsills, under furniture, cracks in walls, and sunny indoor spots.
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Spider Prevention Tips
Seal up any cracks or holes
Spiders can enter your home through even the smallest cracks or holes. Seal up any cracks or holes around windows, doors, and pipes.
Fix water leaks
Most spiders are attracted to damp, dark, and cool areas. Ensure water leaks are controlled and regularly maintained.
Regularly clean up spider webs
Remove their spider webs so that they are forced to vacate, they eventually realize they need to leave your premises if their webs keep getting destroyed.
Reduce clutter & clean regularly
It's important to keep your home clean to reduce chances of spiders attempting to make it a home. This means sweeping and mopping regularly, and taking out the trash.
The Easiest Way to
Get Rid of Spiders
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Schedule our Exterminator
Call us today for a free inspection:
Call before 2 pm and get same-day service
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Treatment
Our certified tech will check out your property and create a pest control plan that fits exactly what’s going on. Our treatments are tailored specifically to your home and the unique challenges you face.
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Follow Up
After each visit, you’ll receive a detailed service report along with practical tips to help prevent future infestations. We return on a regular schedule throughout the year, strengthening your protection over time.
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Same Day Service
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Family & Pet Safe
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Spider FAQs
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There are two main spiders to worry about in the United States – black widows and brown recluses. We make sure your home is protected from these pests, call McDonald Exterminators. We service your home four times a year for common household pests. If you continue to see spiders between treatments, give us a call, and we’ll come back for free.
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The term ‘daddy long-legs’ is commonly used to refer to various creatures, including spiders, harvestmen, and crane flies. Among these, only cellar spiders are true spiders. Harvestmen, while resembling spiders, lack venom and silk glands, and crane flies are long-legged insects known for their ability to fly and are considered agricultural pests.
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In most species, the male black widow venom isn’t very potent at all and isn’t likely to cause harm to humans. Reportedly, the female black widow spider’s venom is 15 times stronger than rattlesnake venom. Their venom has toxins that can make people feel very sick, with symptoms like severe pain, cramps, nausea, and sweating. While black widow bites can be dangerous, especially for young kids or older people, it’s rare for someone to die from them if they get medical help quickly.
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The hobo spider has long been considered dangerous because of its venom, but new studies suggest it might not be as harmful as people believed. While a bite might cause pain, redness, and swelling, serious reactions are uncommon. It’s still important to be careful around spiders and get help if bitten. However, scientists are still figuring out how much of a threat hobo spiders really are. The best way to protect yourself from spiders is to make sure they’re not living with you. Call us today!