The fear of spiders, or arachnophobia, is one of the most common fears in the United States, but less than one-tenth of a percent of all known species of spiders are hazardous to humans. Wolf spiders aren't dangerous around your Bay Area property, but their presence in your home could be a warning sign of an even worse underlying infestation. If you've noticed an increase in wolf spiders around your home, it's time to find out why.
How To Identify Wolf Spiders
Wolf spiders are often mistaken for more dangerous spiders in the Bay Area, like baby tarantulas and brown recluse spiders. They grow up to two inches in circumference, are brown, and have black and gray stripes over their bodies. It's easy to understand how effortlessly these spiders strike fear into the hearts of homeowners, but wolf spiders are docile creatures that are more likely to flee than attack. While they are venomous, a bite is less painful than a bee sting.
The Dangers Of Wolf Spiders On Your Property
While wolf spiders aren't hazardous to your health, they could be a warning sign of an even worse pest infestation on your property. Spiders are carnivores, which means their diets consist of other insects, arachnids, and small vertebrates. They also live where food is abundant, so your Bay Area home might be housing something that spiders like to eat:
- Cockroaches
- Ants
- Bed bugs
- Termites
- Fleas
- Crickets
- Earwigs
- Silverfish
- Flies
- Gnats
- Pantry pests
Many of these pests are dangerous around your home and property, meaning immediate pest control is necessary if you have an abundance of wolf spiders roaming your halls.
The Safest Way To Get Rid Of Wolf Spiders
Spider infestations will set any homeowner on edge, regardless of how harmless they are. Wolf spiders don't have to be dangerous to be unwelcome pests, but attempting to eliminate them alone could only make things worse. The best way to eliminate spiders on your Bay Area property is with professional assistance from our Bay Pest Solution Inc. experts.
With over 40 years of pest control experience in the Bay Area, we're confident handling your pest control needs. We use high-quality pest control products in all of our treatments, provide practical and affordable services, and always offer our satisfaction guarantee. If you notice pest activity after we've treated your property, we return and treat it again at no additional cost.
How To Keep Wolf Spiders Away From Your Property
It's always best to stay proactive about pest prevention. While they might not guarantee complete protection against wolf spiders and other pests, there are plenty of easy tricks you can use to prevent spiders from infesting your property:
- Use tight-fitting lids on all indoor and outdoor trash cans.
- Mow your lawn regularly, dispose of yard clippings, and clean up any debris around your property.
- Address moisture issues around your property – aerate your soil, fix leaky pipes, and repair any excessive water damage.
- Invest in a dehumidifier for rooms that retain moisture, such as the kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, and basement.
- Seal up any potential entry points around your home with durable materials.
- Sweep, mop, and vacuum your floors regularly.
- Wipe down counters, dining tables, and food prep areas daily.
- Practice proper food storage by storing your pantry foods in airtight containers.
- Never leave food or dirty dishes sitting out overnight.
These simple tricks, paired with professional pest control from Bay Pest Solution Inc., will keep your home safe from spiders and the pests that attract them. Please contact us today for more information about our treatment plans.