Spider

The Wolf Spider gets its name from its fearsome appearance, with a typically hairy, gray or brown body that can range from ½ inch to 2 inches in length. Although some may find their appearance unsettling, it is important to note that their bites pose little danger to humans and are rarely poisonous. These spiders are not aggressive and will only bite if they feel threatened or provoked. They are commonly found seeking shelter in homes during the fall, as they seek a warm refuge for the winter.

How to Identify a Wolf Spider

One interesting characteristic that distinguishes the Wolf Spider from other spider species is their method of caring for their offspring. Female Wolf Spiders carry their egg sacs on their spinnerets, and once the eggs hatch, the spider lings remain with their mother for approximately a month before venturing off on their own. Additionally, unlike many other spiders that hunt using webs, Wolf Spiders instead chase down their prey with impressive speed and agility. This hunting style, combined with their distinctive appearance, often makes them easily noticeable to humans.

How to Prevent Spiders from Invading Your Home

• Spiders can use clutter as a convenient base for constructing their webs around your home. Therefore, reducing clutter can help reduce the number of spiders that may be present.
• To prevent spiders from entering your home, ensure that there are no gaps or openings around the exterior of your house.
• Make sure that screens are intact and without any holes, tears or bends, to prevent spiders from crawling through them.
• Avoid leaving rooms unattended and closed for prolonged periods, as spiders may find such undisturbed areas to be a comfortable habitat, especially in locations that are not frequently cleaned.
• Instead of using cardboard boxes that spiders can easily penetrate, store your items in airtight plastic containers to deter spiders from accessing them.

How Much Does Spider Pest Control Cost?

Determining the scale of a spider infestation can be challenging without conducting a comprehensive inspection of your residence. Implementing an effective control strategy involves restricting spiders’ access to food sources. Since spiders primarily feed on insects, reducing exterior lighting can help to limit outdoor infestations. However, spraying the outdoors may not effectively control indoor spiders, particularly as some species of spiders only inhabit indoor environments and do not originate from outdoor habitats.