Spider Control
Who is ever happy to encounter a spider? With eight eyes, eight legs, fangs, and a hairy, odd-shaped, hideous-looking body, these crafty, clever, and carnivorous arachnids are the things that nightmares are made of. Many spiders pack a painful bite, and some are capable of acting aggressively towards humans. Almost all are venomous, and some of them are even deadly. It is quite easy to understand why arachnophobia is one of the most prevalent fears in the world.
For the residents of South Carolina, spiders are a perpetual problem. There are over 600 species here. Yes, that’s right! The Palmetto State is literally crawling with them. Orb Weavers, Jumping, Cellar, Banana, Wolf, Argiope. The list goes on and on. Even worse, they are inherently attracted to human residences. Your home is essentially a spider supermarket, chock full of everything they want to eat—namely, other bugs. With abundant food, shelter, warmth, water, and few other predators to worry about, your home makes an attractive domicile for the average arachnid. Indeed, studies show that the typical home has at least 60 spiders living inside it at any given time and possibly many more.
We’re sure you’ve heard the argument that most spiders found in your home are likely beneficial and should be left alone. That’s fine and good in theory, and yes, there may even be some science to back that up, but when you discover a welt from a “harmless” bite—or see one purposely descending towards you from the ceiling—there’s an emotional fear factor involved that needs to be considered. Sharing your home with spiders is unsettling. It can put a serious chink in your peace of mind. If given a choice between cohabitating with these creatures or not, most homeowners would decidedly say no thank you.
No judgment here because that’s how we feel about them, too. But if you need a more valid reason to evict your eight-legged cohorts, you should also know this: Two particular species known to invade South Carolina homes are dangerous, the Brown Recluse and the Black Widow. A bite from either of these can make you very sick, and for more vulnerable populations such as children and the elderly (not to mention our pets), a bite can have severe consequences.
Black Widows are frequently found in basements, garages, and sheds, and areas surrounding your home, such as woodpiles, debris, animal burrows, and similar spots where they can easily hide. Adult females are only about as big as a penny (and that includes their legs). They are glossy black and have a red or yellow hourglass figure on their underside. Males are half the size of females and lack that distinguishing hourglass shape.
Brown Recluses are bigger, as big as a half-dollar coin and are typically light brown to reddish. To identify them, look for a mark on their back that looks like a violin (which is why some people call them “fiddlebacks”). They are even more prevalent in homes than Widows because they don’t like getting wet and appreciate the dry environment of your house. They also seek out dark places to hide, and in the Recluse’s case, that includes dressers, clothes, closets, shoes, and bedding—even when you’re on the bed. It is not uncommon for them to bite people when they are asleep.
If you’ve got spiders in or around your home, you have a few choices. You can choose to do nothing. You could try a pesticide (although you should know that most DIY pesticides don’t work well on them), or you can choose the best option by contacting a professional pest control company for assistance.
In South Carolina, there is no better choice than Superior Pest Solutions. Our experienced and friendly technicians go above and beyond to ensure your total satisfaction. With a five-star rating and countless glowing reviews, you can rest assured that we have a long-standing commitment to our clients and their well-being. Give us a call today and let us know how we can help.