As the weather gets cooler, it’s common to notice more spiders making their way indoors. Your home provides warmth, shelter and plenty of places for spiders to hide, making autumn a particularly noticeable time for spider activity.
While most spiders are harmless, having them around the home can be unwanted. Thankfully, there are some simple ways to help prevent spiders entering your home.
Why Are Spiders Coming Into My Home?
Spiders often enter homes in search of warmth, shelter and food. Small gaps around windows, doors, vents and other entry points can give them an easy way inside.
They can also find their way indoors through open windows and doors, particularly during the warmer months before temperatures begin to drop.
Signs You May Have Spiders in Your Home
Some common signs of spider activity include:
- Webs around windows, ceilings and corners
- Spiders regularly appearing indoors
- Egg sacs in quiet or undisturbed areas
- Increased spider activity around outdoor lights and windows
- Webs in sheds, garages and other sheltered areas
How to Prevent Spiders Entering Your Home
There are a few simple steps you can take to help keep spiders outside:
- Seal gaps around windows, doors and other entry points
- Keep windows and doors closed where possible
- Remove webs regularly from inside and outside your home
- Keep outdoor areas tidy and reduce clutter
- Turn off unnecessary outdoor lights, which can attract insects that spiders feed on
- Check sheds, garages and other sheltered areas regularly
Keeping your home clean, tidy and well sealed can help reduce the number of spiders finding their way indoors.
Keep Spiders Out This Autumn
If you’re regularly finding spiders around your home or are concerned about ongoing pest activity, taking preventative action early can help.
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