A Bad Reputation
Nothing can cause a glass shattering scream quite like the threat of an eight legged pest crawling up a wall or hanging from a single strand of web silk. There are many spider control products that are far more effective than the nearest shoe that can help homeowners keep these pests out of their living areas.
Spiders are notoriously one of the most feared bugs for many people which ultimately has given it a bad reputation as a predator. Unless you are an unfortunate bug sized pest captured in a web, spiders generally only bite humans in their own defense. And only a very few spiders are actually poisonous. For most homeowners, finding the right spider control product is the peace of mind they need to feel protected from these creepy crawlers.
Traps and Sprays That REALLY Work
Homeowners looking for an effective spider control product need to consider the location of their spider infestation before selecting a product. Many spider control products are multi-purpose and kill more than one insect type which can help with the overall insect problem. The fewer bugs to eat for the spiders, the fewer spiders that will be hampering a homeowner.
The following products are great spider control product options for homeowners:
Ant, Roach and Spider Killer by Black Flag
- Insecticide spray that kills on contact
- Pleasant spring scent, fresh pine and fragrance free
- Works for up to three months
Extreme Insect Control by Garden’s Guy
- Powder made from diatomaceous earth
- Odorless and non-staining
- Can be used indoors or outdoors
Spider & Cricket Traps by Eaton
- An effective glue trap
- Mess-free traps that are pre-baited
- Non-poisonous traps (however, any dog or cat can get their fir stuck in the trap if they happen to come across the traps)
- Great for use in areas such as basements, near potential entry points for crickets, on porches and in garages
- The trap is not generally weather proof and should not be left exposed in a garden
Spider Blaster Spray by Raid
- Spot treats immediate spider issues
- Continues to emit spider killing effects for up to two weeks
- Can be used indoors or outdoors
Homeowners can get frustrated trying to exterminate spiders because it may feel like they never go away. One thing to consider is not only killing all the spiders you can and even can’t see around your property, but exterminating the mosquitoes, moths and other bugs that somehow end up in the web will help to steer the spiders to a home that is more welcoming to insects.
Orange Peels and Vacuums
One of the troubles with pests that are found indoors is finding an insecticide that doesn’t make a home smell like a chemical wasteland. Orange Guard offers a water based product using limonene which is orange peel extract. The citrus acid suffocates a spider on contact but it will also act as a repellent.
Another unique spider control product is the Bug Vacuum from TV Time Direct products. Killing the spider is one thing, but it never takes long for a new spider to move in. Not to mention, the tiny ball of web that a homeowner left up in a corner because they couldn’t reach it can actually be a sac of hundreds of spider eggs that can emerge. The Bug Vacuum sucks in and traps pests and their remnants capturing everything in a disposable cartridge.
What to Watch For
Many of the sticky spider traps will come in non-toxic versions which would be the best option for homeowners with small children or pets. When using some of the sticky traps, inevitably a dog, cat or child will get curious and suddenly there’s a sticky mess. One way to detach anything that has adhered to the sticky trap is to use vegetable oil on the affected areas.
Spiders tend to have ‘seasons’ in their life cycle which can cause an increase in spider sightings during certain times of the year. Homeowners should consider the seasonality of their spider issues and attempt to use some preventative spider control products in addition to simply exterminating any spider that comes within sight.