Spider Exterminators & Control Services
Our spider exterminators and control services can clear your home of unwanted pests quickly and safely. Using targeted treatments, we eliminate spiders where they hide and help prevent future infestations so you can get back to living comfortably.
Choose Rentokil Terminix for Spider Control That Works
Many Canadians recoil at the idea of spiders living in their homes, and for good reason. Spiders are all too familiar house pests that always overstay their welcome, and spider control is a daunting task to take on yourself.Â
So leave it to our team of pest control specialists who’ll handle your spider infestation with the care and attention it deserves.
Effective Spider Treatment for Houses Starts Here
Spiders often show up in quiet places – basements, ceiling corners, storage rooms – but getting rid of them takes more than a quick sweep or spray.Â
Our spider treatment for houses targets the problem at its source, using proven methods to remove existing spiders and help prevent new ones from settling in. We also provide commercial spider control services to keep your business safe and comfortable for employees and guests.
Hiring an Exterminator Vs. DIY Spraying for Spiders
Spraying for spiders and other home remedies can offer short-term relief, but they rarely solve the real problem. Rentokil Terminix’s licensed spider exterminators understand how infestations start, where spiders hide, and how to apply targeted spider treatment for houses that deliver lasting results.
If you’re wondering how to get rid of spiders, trust it to the professionals. Rentokil Terminix has over 90 years of experience removing house spiders, cellar spiders, wolf spiders, brown recluse spiders, and many other Canadian spiders from homes nationwide.
Common Spider Infestations in Canada
Many pests in Canada settle in areas where food and shelter are easy to find, and spider infestations are a year-round concern in many parts of the country. Here are some of the most common spider species we deal with when performing commercial and residential pest control.
Black and Yellow Garden Spiders
Size: 5 to 28 mm long (body).
Colour: Yellow, black or golden.
Behaviour: Garden spiders often build webs in areas near sunny fields where they can stay hidden and protected from the wind. They keep clean, orderly webs and are not aggressive.
Cellar Spiders
Size: 2 to 8 mm long (body).
Colour: Grey, light brown or pale yellow.
Behaviour: They can be short-bodied or long-bodied and are often found in dark, damp places like basements or cellars. They are sometimes referred to as daddy longlegs, as they have very long, thin legs. Cellar spiders construct loose and irregular webs and hang upside down in them as they wait for their prey.
Common House Spiders
Size: 5 to 8 mm long (female body), 3.8 to 4.7 mm long (male body).
Colour: Brown, orange, black or grey in colour.
Behaviour: Most common house spiders are harmless. They may bite if they feel threatened, but it’s very unlikely. Our spider exterminators normally find them in basements, dark corners in closets, or under furniture.
Cross Spiders
Size: 6 to 20 mm long (body).
Colour: Sandy brown to burnt orange with pale spots in a cross shape on its large abdomen.
Behaviour: Cross spiders are very common and weave orbs instead of flat webs. They hang face down on the web, waiting for their prey to fly in. You are likely to find them in gardens, meadows, hedgerows or next to buildings with exterior lighting.Â
False Black Widow Spiders
Size: 10 to 15 mm long (female body), 3 to 6 mm long (male body).
Colour: Dark brownish with white spots on the body.
Behaviour: These spiders are often mistaken for black widows and are found among human populations worldwide. False black widow spiders are less harmful, but their bites are still extremely painful. Only the female bites, and they are normally found on fences, the bark of trees or on walls.
Wolf Spiders
Size: Up to 35 mm long (body).
Colour: Brown, tan, black or grey with dark markings.
Behaviour: Wolf spiders get their name from the way they hunt. Unlike most spiders that build webs, wolf spiders violently hunt down their prey using their quick legs and strong eyesight. They live almost everywhere in the world and are very common in meadows, grasslands and wetlands – basically anywhere they can find food.
Zebra Jumping Spiders
Size: 5 to 19 mm long (female body), 5 to 6 mm (male body).
Colour: Black with white stripes.
Behaviour: These are very common spiders in North America. Zebra jumping spiders don’t build webs – instead, they stalk their prey before pouncing on it. They eat insects or spiders smaller than themselves, usually feeding on mosquitoes too.
Our Spider Pest Control Process
We know how frustrating it can be to deal with spiders that keep coming back. That’s why our spider pest control process focuses on more than just removal. It’s built to eliminate current issues and reduce the risk of future infestations through targeted, professional care.
Spider Inspection
On your initial pest control service, we’ll hunt high and low for spiders and their eggs, documenting our findings in a comprehensive inspection.
Spider Defence
Your spider exterminator will treat the interior and exterior of your home, targeting the spiders you see and the ones you don’t. Outside, we’ll establish an effective perimeter around your property.
Spider Monitoring
During ongoing service treatments, we’ll come back to treat outside your home, fortifying the perimeter to keep you protected. Our custom spider pest control treatments adapt with the seasons to address seasonal activity in your area and keep you protected all year long.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Months Are Spiders Active?
It all depends on the species. Black and yellow garden spiders are active in late summer and throughout autumn. Cellar spiders are found year-round. Common house spiders are most visible in late summer and early autumn.
Are Spiders Dangerous?
Most spiders in Canada can bite you if they feel threatened or you catch them hiding in your shoes or gloves. Spiders are more of a nuisance than a hazard, but the sight of spiders can strike fear into many people and cause psychological distress for those who suffer from arachnophobia. A spider infestation can also negatively impact the aesthetics of your home or building.
Are There Poisonous Spiders in Canada?
For the most part, Canadian spiders are harmless. However, there are two types of poisonous spiders in Canada: the brown recluse spider and the black widow spider. It’s also possible to find other poisonous spiders in Canada that aren’t native to our land but have snuck here in shipping crates from the United States or Mexico.
There is a misconception that our poisonous spiders are fatal, which they can be, but it’s very rare. For the most part, you’ll experience swelling, pain, and cramping, and in the case of a brown recluse, you’ll experience a small amount of necrotic tissue in the area you’ve been bitten.
Unless you see the spider that bit you, it’s very hard to know what you were bitten by after the incident. Many spider bites look the same.
Why Do I Have A Spider Infestation in My Home?
Many spiders prefer dark and moist environments, often making homes in caves, tree hollows, shrubs, soil, or under rocks. In homes, you’ll often find spiders making their webs in basements, garages, and other dark, quiet spaces.Â
They get into your home through cracks and holes in your walls or open doors and prey on other pests, such as flies, aphids, caterpillars, and various insects.
If you have one spider, it doesn’t mean you have a spider infestation. Spiders lead solitary lives and, in some cases, can live up to 15 years.Â
How Can I Stop Spiders Entering My Home?
Since spiders often enter homes through cracks or gaps, keeping your windows and doors closed and properly sealed will help stop them from entering. Seal or caulk any cracks or gaps in your foundation.
Keeping your home free of other insects will also help to discourage spiders from entering your home. Spiders want to live where their food is, so no food source equals no spiders. Removing spider webs from your home can also help discourage spiders.
Dehumidifiers can help remove the extra humidity from the air in basements, making the space less appealing to spiders.
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