Living next to Toohey Forest means spiders are part of life in Tarragindi. Huntsman spiders wander in from the bush and turn up on walls and in cars, redbacks build in sheds, letterboxes and outdoor furniture, and orb weavers string webs between trees and eaves every summer. Some people are happy to live alongside them, but most want them out of the house and away from where children play.
When you call, tell us where you are seeing spiders or webs and whether any have come inside. The crew we book brushes down webs and treats the places spiders shelter and hunt, paying attention to the outside of the house where most of them live. High webs on two-storey homes can be reached with extension poles, so there is no need to climb a ladder yourself. A spider visit usually covers:
- Eaves, gutters and window frames
- Sheds, garages and carports
- Letterboxes, fences and gates
- Outdoor furniture, play equipment and pergolas
- Underhouse areas and storage spaces
Spiders go where the food is, so reducing insects around the house helps. Turn off outdoor lights when you do not need them, or switch to yellow globes that draw fewer bugs. Keep woodpiles, pots and building materials away from the walls, and wear gloves when moving things in the shed or garden. Check play equipment and outdoor shoes before use, as redbacks like tucked-away spots.
Webs will return over time, especially on homes backing onto bushland, so many households book a spider visit in late winter or early spring. You hear the price before the work begins. To book spider control in Tarragindi, call 07 3543 7771 and we will arrange a local team.
