Why Am I Suddenly Seeing More Spiders In My Home

Spiders are one of the top fears that Americans have. This is actually quite silly, since most of the spiders that everyday Americans, come into contact with are not really that dangerous at all. Something about those skinny legs just tends to creep people out. I’ve met quite a few people in my life who have screamed, cried and even hidden from spider sightings. Whatever the reason, people do not enjoy having spiders in their house, and often have a tough time walking around their home without knowing that the spider they saw is dead.

One little spider isn’t really a reason for any alarm. You might have to call one of the braver members of your family to either kill it, or place it outside. However, if you’re starting to see more spiders in your home, and you’re unhappy about it, we want to help you figure out why. Here are some possible reasons you’re experiencing an increase:

You Have Other Pest Problems

Like all pests, spiders are constantly looking around for their next food source. And since their primary food is other bugs and pests, they’ll naturally start coming around in greater numbers if you have a pest issue in your home. If you’re seeing more cockroaches or ants around the house, expect to see more spiders as well.

Once you get rid of the pest issues, spiders should stop coming around looking for their next meal. All the more reason to call your local pest control company for help if you notice any pest infestations at all.  

You Have Open Entry Ways

If you’ve spent any time researching pests, on our blog or elsewhere, then you realize how important the outside perimeter of your home is for controlling pest issues. Your windows and doors need to have tight seals, to make sure that spiders can’t squeeze underneath or around them. On top of that, you should check the walls of your home for holes and cracks, especially near the foundation. If you discover any, close them up with caulking.

You Don’t Get Rid Of Spider Webs

Whenever you find a spider web, you should use a broom or vacuum cleaner to eliminate it. Not only will that destroy the spider’s habitat, it will also allow you to destroy any egg sacs that may be present. If you ignore the web, the spider may return to it at some point. And if you don’t clean up those egg sacs, they’ll eventually hatch; then you’ll have a lot more spiders to deal with.