Spiders are a year-round call in Werribee, and they peak from late spring through summer. Redback spiders are the big worry for many families, especially in newer estates, where fresh timber fences, electricity boxes, stacked pavers and play equipment give them plenty of dry places to shelter. Black house spiders build messy webs in window frames and under eaves, huntsmen wander in through gaps, and white-tailed spiders roam indoors at night.
A spider treatment covers the places spiders live and hunt. The crew we book sprays eaves, window and door frames, fences, sheds, carports and the outside walls, and brushes away old webs where they can reach. Inside, they treat corners, skirting boards and the backs of wardrobes where spiders shelter during the day.
- Removal of webs from eaves, windows and pergolas
- Spraying of fences, sheds, carports and outdoor furniture
- Checks of electricity boxes, letterboxes and play equipment for redbacks
- Inside treatment of corners, skirting boards and wardrobes
- Tips on clearing clutter that gives spiders cover
Homes backing onto open paddocks, the Werribee River or large parks tend to see more spiders, because there are more insects for them to feed on. Outdoor lights that draw moths and flies also bring spiders close to the house. Swapping to yellow outdoor globes and keeping the yard clear of stacked timber both help between visits.
Wear gloves when moving things in the shed or garden. If someone is bitten and becomes unwell, call 000 in an emergency or ring the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26. To book spider control in Werribee, call 03 7053 9833 for upfront pricing.