About Spiders (Various Species)

Activity: Silent and Strategic Hunters

Spiders are active year-round, but become more visible indoors in late summer and fall, when they search for shelter and mates. Unlike pests that contaminate food, spiders are predators, feeding on insects and other arthropods. They prefer quiet, undisturbed areas, often spinning webs in basements, attics, garages, and corners of rooms. While most are harmless, their presence is unsettling, and some species can deliver painful bites.

Diet: What Spiders Eat & Why It Matters

Spiders help control other pest populations by feeding on:

• Flies, mosquitoes, ants, moths, and other insects

• Occasionally other spiders or small arthropods
  Though beneficial in nature, an indoor spider infestation can indicate a larger insect problem attracting them inside.

Size: Varies by Species

• Common household spiders range from 3 mm to 25 mm in body length

• Species like the wolf spider and cellar spider are larger and more noticeable

• Some spiders, such as the black widow or brown recluse (rare in Quebec), are medically significant and require immediate attention
  Most spiders are easily recognized by their eight legs and two body segments (cephalothorax and abdomen).

Nesting Habits: Where Spiders Live

Spiders establish webs or burrows in:

• Dark, secluded areas indoors: basements, closets, attics, behind furniture, window corners

• Outdoor locations: sheds, garages, woodpiles, garden vegetation, and under eaves

• Cluttered areas provide ideal hiding and nesting spots
  Female spiders lay egg sacs containing dozens to hundreds of eggs, which hatch into spiderlings, quickly expanding the infestation.

Why Professional Treatment Is Crucial

While spiders themselves are not aggressive, their bites can cause:

• Mild skin irritation to serious allergic reactions (depending on species)

• Psychological distress for individuals with arachnophobia

• An uncontrolled spider presence often indicates a larger insect prey population
  DIY sprays and web removal offer only temporary relief. Professional pest control targets both spiders and their food sources, ensuring long-term results.

Signs of a Spider Infestation

Look for these signs of spider activity:

• Visible webs in corners, ceilings, basements, and window frames

• Spider sightings, especially at night when they are more active

• Egg sacs attached to webs or hidden in dark crevices

• Increased insect activity indoors, attracting spiders

• Sightings of large or venomous spider species

Understanding the Problem: Spider Infestations

Most spiders are solitary, but high numbers indoors point to:

• Favorable conditions (insects to feed on, shelter)

• Open entry points such as cracks, gaps, and poorly sealed doors/windows
  Over-the-counter repellents rarely solve recurring infestations. Professional pest control focuses on:

• Eliminating attractants

• Sealing entry points

• Safely removing spiders and their nests

Our Professional Approach to Spider Control

 Comprehensive Inspection

We identify spider hotspots, hiding places, and assess underlying insect issues.

 Targeted Treatments

Application of safe, effective insecticides in infested areas and removal of webs, egg sacs, and shelters.

 Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Strategies to reduce insect prey populations, eliminating food sources that attract spiders.

 Exclusion & Prevention

Sealing cracks, installing door sweeps, and advising on clutter reduction for lasting protection.