Spider Control – Spider Extermination Services

spider control - spider extermination services

Spider control in Georgia homes is essential for preventing webs, egg sacs, and unsightly infestations that make your home look neglectedโ€”or worse, like a haunted house. At Southern Pest Management, our Household Pest Control (Integrated Pest Management Program) targets spiders with precision. During each bi-monthly visit, we perform as much de-webbing and spider treatment as time allows, focusing on visible spider activity and high-risk areas like eaves, entryways, and corners. Our brush-on eave treatment not only knocks down webs but delivers residual product directly to where spiders hide and breedโ€”providing lasting protection between visits.

Spider infestations can be tough to manage due to their elusive nature and tendency to avoid treated areas. Their long legs allow them to walk across surfaces without direct contact, making traditional perimeter sprays less effective. Spiders often enter through bushes and tree limbs that touch the home, bypassing ground-level treatments entirely. Thatโ€™s why spider control requires both expert pest management and proper landscape maintenance. From Alpharetta to Cumming, Duluth to Johns Creek, our team delivers immediate impactโ€”and with consistent treatments, the results only improve.

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Spider Exterminators - Spider Control Team at Southern Pest Management - North Georgia

Spider Control Backed by IPM & Bi-Monthly Service

At Southern Pest Management, our Spider Control approach mirrors the same proven process we use for all pestsโ€”precise, strategic, and rooted in science-backed best practices.

We begin with a detailed inspection, followed by confirmation of the pest species, and then we develop a targeted action plan using principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM). This common-sense method blends mechanical exclusion, environmental modification (like sealing cracks or removing harborage points), and limited, targeted pesticide applications to reduce pests while protecting your home, family, and the environment.


Why Spider Control Requires More Than Pesticides

Spiders are unlike other pestsโ€”they donโ€™t groom themselves and they donโ€™t ingest bait, and many species can avoid traditional pesticide treatments altogether. This makes controlling them with sprays alone unreliable.

Thatโ€™s why at Southern Pest Management, we take it further. During every bi-monthly pest control visit, our technicians manually remove spider webs and sweep soffits, vents, and cornersโ€”when time allows. These areas are prime nesting and web-building locations, especially around your eaves and high corners. This hands-on web removal is a critical step that many other pest control companies skip.

By physically removing webs and spiders at their source, we reduce spider populations while keeping your home from looking like a haunted house. Itโ€™s one more way we deliver real resultsโ€”not shortcuts.

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Where Spiders Hide (and Why Web Removal Matters)

Spiders are arachnids, not insects, and they prefer quiet, undisturbed zones where they can anchor their webs and ambush prey. Common spider hotspots around homes include:

โ€ข Humid zones: crawlspaces, basements, and utility rooms

โ€ข Dry areas: attics, closets, ceiling corners, and storage sheds

โ€ข Exterior areas: soffits, porch ceilings, gable vents, and behind shutters

โ€ข Dark crevices: under furniture, inside air vents, and cracks around windows

Every cobweb you see was created by a spider. Without consistent removal, these webs can accumulate quickly, especially in shaded exterior corners and overhangs. Thatโ€™s why our web-removal service is included with your bi-monthly pest controlโ€”to keep spiders off your home and out of your living space.

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๐Ÿ•ท๏ธ Top 10 Spider Control FAQโ€™s for Pest Control Companies

Q) What are the most common house spiders in Georgia homes?

A) Common spiders include house spiders, cellar spiders, wolf spiders, and orb weavers. While most are harmless, their presence can be unsettling and sometimes signal a larger pest problem.

Q) Are black widow spiders common around Cumming, Georgia?

A) Yes. Black widows are found in crawl spaces, garages, sheds, and woodpiles. Their venom is medically significant, so professional spider control is recommended if theyโ€™re spotted.

Q) How can I tell if I have a brown recluse infestation?

A) Brown recluses are shy and rarely seen. Signs include irregular, messy webs in undisturbed areas and bites that turn into painful, slow-healing sores. Professional inspection is key.

Q) Are house spiders dangerous to humans or pets?

A) Most house spiders are harmless and actually help control other insects. However, bites from brown recluses or black widows require medical attention and pest control intervention.

Q) Whatโ€™s the best way to get rid of spiders in my Dawsonville home?

A) Regular cleaning, sealing entry points, removing outdoor clutter, and scheduling professional spider extermination will help eliminate both spiders and their food sources.

Q) Can pest control eliminate spider webs and eggs too?

A) Yes. Professional spider control includes sweeping webs, treating cracks and corners, and applying residual products to disrupt egg sacs and hiding places.

Q) What attracts spiders into my house?

A) Spiders enter seeking food and shelter. Theyโ€™re drawn to insects, moisture, darkness, and clutterโ€”especially in basements, attics, and storage areas.

Q) Are spider treatments safe for pets and kids?

A) Absolutely. Licensed pest control companies use EPA-approved products that are safe for families when applied according to label directions and after theyโ€™ve dried.

Q) Do I need ongoing spider control or just one treatment?

A) Ongoing pest control is ideal, especially in areas like Dawson County where insects and spiders are more active. Seasonal visits help keep populations under control long-term.

Q) Why am I seeing more spiders after a pest treatment?

A) This is common. As treatments disrupt their hiding spots and food sources, spiders may come out of hiding before dying. Activity usually drops off within a few days.

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Spiders of Georgia (Common Pests)

Southern Black Widow (Latrodectus mactans)

  • Appearance: Shiny black with a red hourglass marking on the underside of the abdomen.
  • Habitat: Often found in dark, sheltered areas around homes like woodpiles, basements, crawl spaces, and sheds.
  • Danger: Venomous; bites can cause severe pain, muscle cramps, and other symptoms. Not aggressive but should be avoided.

Brown Widow (Latrodectus geometricus)

  • Appearance: Brown or tan with an orange hourglass marking on its abdomen.
  • Habitat: Frequently found in urban areas, particularly under outdoor furniture, in garage corners, and under eaves.
  • Danger: Venomous but less aggressive than the black widow. Bites are less dangerous but still a concern for homeowners.

Brown Recluse (Loxosceles reclusa)

  • Appearance: Light brown with a violin-shaped marking on its back.
  • Habitat: Prefers undisturbed, dry, dark places inside homes like closets, attics, and basements.
  • Danger: Highly venomous; bites can result in painful, necrotic skin lesions. Infestations inside homes can pose serious risks.

Wolf Spiders (Family: Lycosidae)

  • Appearance: Brown and hairy, with a large, robust body.
  • Habitat: Often enter homes in search of prey, particularly in basements, garages, and around windows.
  • Danger: Not venomous; bites are usually harmless but can cause discomfort. Their large size and speed can make them a nuisance indoors.

Cellar Spiders (Family: Pholcidae)

  • Appearance: Long, thin legs with a small, fragile body.
  • Habitat: Commonly found in basements, crawl spaces, cellars, and garages. They thrive in cool, damp environments.
  • Danger: Not venomous; harmless to humans, but their webs can become unsightly in homes.

House Spiders (Parasteatoda tepidariorum)

  • Appearance: Small, brownish, and often mistaken for other types of spiders.
  • Habitat: Common in corners of rooms, attics, basements, and under furniture. They often build webs in corners and windows.
  • Danger: Not venomous; harmless, though their webs can accumulate, making them a nuisance for homeowners.

Jumping Spiders (Family: Salticidae)

  • Appearance: Small, compact, with large front eyes, often black, brown, or gray.
  • Habitat: Frequently seen around windowsills, doorways, and interior walls while hunting prey.
  • Danger: Not venomous; harmless to humans but can become a nuisance if they enter homes in large numbers.

Orb-Weaving Spiders (Family: Araneidae)

  • Appearance: Medium-sized, often brown, yellow, or black, known for their large, circular webs.
  • Habitat: Common around exterior lights, eaves, and in gardens. They may build webs near doorways and windows.
  • Danger: Not venomous; harmless to humans but their large webs can be inconvenient around entryways.

Southern House Spider (Kukulcania hibernalis)

  • Appearance: Dark brown or gray with a long body and legs.
  • Habitat: Common in basements, crawl spaces, and attics, building webs in cracks and crevices.
  • Danger: Not venomous; harmless to humans but can be mistaken for more dangerous species like the brown recluse.

Trapdoor Spiders (Family: Ctenizidae)

  • Appearance: Medium to large, brown or black, with a stocky body.
  • Habitat: Occasionally found in basements or near foundations of homes where they build burrows.
  • Danger: Not venomous; rarely encountered indoors, but their burrows around foundations can be unsettling.

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