Spider Exterminator
A fly lands on you, and you brush it away without thinking about it. A mosquito buzzes near your ear, and you feel a vague flash of annoyance as you bat it away. That ladybug sunning itself on your fern is pretty cute. And that spider descending straight towards you from the ceiling on its invisible strand of silk is—AAAAAAAAAACK!!!
We do not like spiders. One of the more prevalent phobias worldwide is Arachnophobia, the fear of spiders. That trepidation seems instinctively hardwired into our DNA. It’s no wonder that they have been featured as villains in horror flicks since the very earliest days of film. It doesn’t require the giant-sized, malevolent house spider stalking the Incredible Shrinking Man to get your adrenalin pumping—that tiny black wriggling speck dangling above you will do the trick just as well.
Not many creatures are creepier. Eight legs and eight eyes (mostly) always seem to be staring right at you. They are fanged, and most of them are hairy. All of them are venomous, some poisonous, and some deadly. They are carnivorous, voracious predators and they are everywhere. Indeed, arachnids are found on every continent except Antarctica. Even more alarming, studies show an average of 61.84 spiders in every home. You might be shocked to learn that 77% of them are probably somewhere in your bedroom. They love cluttered spaces, basements, attics, garages, crawlspaces, and any out-of-the-way nook and cranny.
If that leads you to wonder if they are crawling on you at night, the evidence suggests yes. Spiders have been pulled out of peoples’ ears, mouths, and even noses. Trust us. You do not want to search for this on YouTube. Why do they do this? No one seems to know for sure, but some folks theorize that they are seeking out moisture or engaging in tear-drinking, typical of many insects called lachryphagy. Whatever their motives, I think we can agree that we’d prefer not to have such a disgusting thing in bed. The truth is, most feed on insects, not us. Scientists say they are usually not aggressive towards humans and won’t bite unless they feel threatened.
There are at least 950 unique arachnid species identified in Washington. The species you are most likely to encounter are Hobo Spiders, Jumping Spiders, Funnel Weavers, Yellow Sac, and Giant House Spiders.
Experts tell us that the Black Widow and Brown Recluse present the greatest danger to our health, as both of these spiders have highly-toxic venom that can make us incredibly sick. Though rare, some bites from these spiders can be fatal, especially for more vulnerable individuals like young children and the elderly. Fortunately, we don't have to worry about Brown Recluse spiders in the state of Washington.
Arachnids are not technically insects which is what pesticides are formulated for. If you’ve found spiders in or near your home, you may be tempted to reach for a pesticide can, but they rarely work on spiders. Your best solution is to contact a professional pest control company immediately.
When you need a pro, you cannot go wrong with the leading pest control specialist in the area, Splat Pest Control. We have extensive knowledge and experience in pest management, plus reliable, friendly service, and great prices. We’ll assess your spider issue, take swift care of it, and help you prevent them from coming back in the future. Contact us a call today, and let us show you why we’re the best.