Spider Behavior: How They Hunt, Feed, And Mate
Different types of spiders hunt in various ways, but in general, most spiders that invade local homes use webs to catch their prey. After they trap prey, they use their fangs to inject venom and immobilize their meal. Spiders eat insects like cockroaches, beetles, and flies and sometimes consume other spiders.
Many people have heard of spiders like black widows eating their mate, but this phenomenon doesn’t always happen, and many species behave similarly. Depending on the species, spiders can lay tens to hundreds of eggs at a time, becoming a big problem for homeowners when they breed inside the house. If you are struggling to get rid of spiders, contact us today at Admiral.
Symptoms Of Spider Bites: What To Expect And How To Treat
Many spiders don’t have fangs strong enough to pierce human skin, and for those that can, bites typically produce mild symptoms such as redness and swelling. Treatment usually involves a cold compress and an antibiotic ointment to prevent infection. However, two venomous spiders in our area can harm people when they bite—the brown and the black widow.
Brown widows rarely bite, but when they do, they inject less venom than the black widow, so symptoms are usually mild. Severe symptoms from a black widow include:
- Fever
- Swelling
- Nausea
- Sweating
- Increased blood pressure.
Black widow bites are rarely fatal if you seek prompt medical attention. For assistance identifying and removing any spiders in your home, contact us today at Admiral.
Preventing Spiders From Coming Inside: Effective Prevention Techniques
Prevention is the key to controlling spiders and ensuring they stay outside where they belong. Here are some of our best tips to help prevent spiders in your home:
- Maintain the yard to remove harborage areas like debris and piles of wood.
- Cutback branches and overgrown vegetation away from the house.
- Seal cracks and crevices with silicone caulk.
- Check that all of your screens and weatherstripping are intact.
One of the most effective ways to keep spiders away is to team up with a professional pest control company to eliminate insect infestations that may attract spiders. Contact us today at Admiral to learn more about our pest and spider control services.
Professional Spider Control: When To Call In The Experts
If you have large numbers of spiders in your home or some that may be dangerous, it is time to seek help from a company that offers spider control near you. Since 1947, the pros at Admiral have been helping keep our neighbor’s homes and families safe from pests. Contact us today to learn more or to schedule a free inspection.
