Getting rid of spiders are essential at homes and business enterprises due to important reasons such as cleanliness and in some cases safety. These pests are a common problem worldwide as they play on people’s fears and cause an eyesore with cobwebs being present on the inner walls of your property.
Some of the most common spiders in Australia are cobweb spiders, orb weaver spiders, cellar spiders, funnel web spiders, jumping spiders, nursery web spiders and crab spiders. Most of these spiders are harmless, although their presence itself is not desirable due to most people’s fear of spiders. However, there are a number if spiders which are deemed harmful due to their toxic venom and painful bites. These spiders are as follows:
- Sydney Funnel-web spider
- Red-back
- Mouse spider
- White tailed spider
- Black house spider
- Wold spider
- Brown trapdoor spider
- Huntsman
Importance of Spider removal
Spider webs are an unsightly appearance on any property communicating an image of neglect and pest infestation. Also, spiders are the most feared type of pests, regardless of their potential threat to humans. Spiders such as the Sydney Funnel Web are known to be some of the most poisonous species in the world, making it very important that you treat any potential spider infestation seriously, without neglect.
If the infestation is not large the following can be done to rid your property of spiders:
- Vacuum frequently and remove cobwebs
- Fill in wall gaps and cracks
- Remove clutter that would accommodate spiders
- Improve lighting in order to make the property less attractive for spiders
The above methods are suitable for simple spider infestations. However, in the event you suspect the problem to be much larger, it is always advisable to call for the services of a professional pest control service such as Radar Pest Control.
