House Spiders

What do house spiders look like?

House spiders vary in color, but most appear in shades of brown or gray with light or dark markings on their bodies. Female house spiders are larger than males and have rounder bodies. Females can grow over a quarter inch in length, while males typically measure less than a quarter inch at their largest. Both have eight legs and eight eyes.

What do house spiders eat?

Like most spider species, house spiders feed on insects. They catch their prey by spinning messy webs. If a web doesn’t catch prey quickly, the spider will abandon it and build a new one in a different location.

Are house spiders dangerous or venomous?

House spiders are nuisance pests. They don’t spread diseases or cause structural damage—aside from cluttering your space with webs. They can bite if they feel threatened, but rarely do. Even if bitten, their venom isn’t potent enough to harm humans.

Why do I have spiders in my house?

As their name implies, house spiders primarily live indoors. However, they struggle to thrive in modern homes because of improved pest control and lower humidity levels. Instead, you’ll more often find them in garages, sheds, and outbuildings.

If house spiders are inside your home, you’re most likely to find them in basements, crawl spaces, or humid areas like bathrooms. Their presence could indicate other pests are also in your home.

Where do house spiders typically hide indoors?

House spiders usually hide in out-of-the-way areas. Basements are a common hiding spot. In main living areas, they tend to gather in upper corners, under furniture, or behind stored items. They also frequent windows, where they wait to catch insects drawn to light.

How can I get rid of spiders in my house?

If you occasionally spot a house spider, there may be no need for major action beyond removing them as you find them. But if spiders appear regularly or webs are everywhere, it’s time to act.

Widespread sightings or webbing throughout your home signal the need for professional spider control. While house spiders are harmless, their presence could mean other pest issues.

The Pied Piper’s home pest control services will eliminate house spiders and other pests that may attract them. Our residential treatments target specific pests affecting your home and yard, ensuring you receive specialized, effective solutions.

Stop wasting time squashing spiders and clearing webs. Contact The Pied Piper for house spider control that works.

What’s the best way to prevent house spider infestations?

Several strategies can make your home less appealing to house spiders. Use the tips below to help prevent infestations:

• Seal cracks, holes, and gaps around your home’s exterior to block entry.
• Repair or replace damaged window screens.
• Trim tree branches that touch your home to remove access points.
• Reduce moisture inside and around your house.
• Replace exterior lights with yellow bulbs that don’t attract insects.
• Keep garages, sheds, basements, and storage areas tidy and uncluttered.
• Maintain a routine pest control plan to keep insect populations (spiders' food source) in check.

By removing the conditions that attract house spiders and making it difficult for them to enter, you’ll greatly reduce the chance of an infestation. If you’re dealing with house spiders or want expert guidance on keeping your home pest-free, contact The Pied Piper today. We’re here to help you take control of your space.