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Spiders are not only scary but some of the most dangerous pests found in Southern Illinois. If bitten by some spiders it can lead to serious medical problems. There are many different types of spiders and their behaviors vary greatly. Spiders can be found just about anywhere inside or outside the home. If you are having spider problems give us a call today!
Spider Species In Southern Illinois
How Spiders Get Inside
To survive, spiders actively search for food, water, and shelter. They navigate through small cracks in your home’s foundation, as well as openings around windows, doors, vents, and utility pipes. These entry points are often due to door and window seals going bad overtime leaving small entry points for spiders to crawl through.
The accidental introduction of spiders can occur when bringing in boxes, garage or shed items, or second-hand purchases from rummage sales or thrift stores. Once inside, they seek out secluded areas to hide, spin webs, and lay eggs—preferring undisturbed spots like attics, basements, closets, cardboard boxes, piles of paper, and various other locations inside your Southern Illinois home.
Preventing Spiders Infestations
- Seal entry points on the home, including tiny cracks and crevices. Check and replace weather stripping around doors and windows, and repair or replace torn screens.
- Reduce Clutter and Clean, Regularly vacuum and eliminate cobwebs, paying attention to areas behind appliances, furniture, bedding, curtains, and other potential hiding spots. Discard piles of paper, old newspapers, magazines, and cardboard boxes to eliminate spider gathering places.
- Reduce fly population, a primary food source for spiders, keep windows and doors closed when not needed, promptly store leftover food, and maintain cleanliness by wiping up crumbs. Wash dishes promptly, and store pet food away to minimize flies, thereby reducing spider attraction.
- Diminish outdoor lighting that draws bugs spiders feed on by using yellow or sodium vapor lights close to your home. For brighter illumination, position the light source, like a floodlight, farther away, directing bugs away from your house.
- Trim bushes and trees near your home, relocate firewood away from the foundation, and remove vegetation where spiders may lay eggs. Secure trash can lids tightly to minimize fly populations, another spider attractant.
Importance of Spider Pest Control
In Southern Illinois, certain spider species pose additional risks due to their venomous nature. Notably, the Black Widow and Brown Recluse are found in Southern Illinois, with their bites potentially causing severe health issues. The Black Widow, recognized by its distinctive red hourglass marking, and the Brown Recluse, identifiable by its violin-shaped pattern. It is important to be cautious of these spiders in order to keep your family safe.
Apart from these venomous species, other Southern Illinois residents may encounter issues if allergic to spider bites. The Wolf Spider, Jumping Spider, and yellow sac spider are common in our region and all can have painful bites. While their bites are generally not as severe as those from venomous spiders, effective pest control remains essential to minimize the risk of encounters and bites.
Additionally, some spider species in Southern Illinois may not pose direct health risks but can still be a nuisance. Addressing these various spider concerns through comprehensive pest control practices ensures a safer living environment for you and your family.