Spider Control in East Texas
What Are Spiders?
Spiders are often referred to as insects but they are actually arachnids. They have eight legs, no antennae, no wings and they feed on insects. Spiders are predators that paralyze or kill their prey with venom. There are basically two types of spiders; web-builders and hunters. Spiders of several different species can be found in and around your property. House spiders will move indoors and under sheltered areas to build their webs. They are found on ceilings, around doors, windows and outdoor light fixtures.
Hunting spiders are found in flower beds, bush and shrub areas, under decks and porches, around walls and storage areas.
How Are They Controlled?
Many species of spiders are household pests and according to many of our current customers “one spider in a house is one too many”. Spiders commonly found in a home may include the house spider, cellar spiders and jumping spiders, but there may be the occasional visit by a wolf spider or in some cases a black widow.
As with most structural pests, control efforts depend on the type of spider involved. Each situation will be different due to varying conditions of furnishings, construction and activity. The technicians of Hopper’s Pest Control, are trained to locate and identify the spider species in a given situation. Once the type and location of the spider population has been established a treatment process will be implemented. The program will target known and suspected areas of activity. Treatment processes will include both interior and exterior areas of the structure. Web removal is a critical element of a successful spider program and should be performed with each service procedure.
How Much Does Spider Control Cost?
Spider control is part of our standard pest control service. When you contact our office, we should be able to provide you with a general cost, as well as answer any questions you may have.
Common Spiders in East Texas
Wolf Spider
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Black Widow Spider
The Black Widow spider is one of the most well-known and feared spiders due to its venomous bite and distinctive appearance. Recognizable by its glossy black body and the iconic red hourglass marking on its abdomen, the Black Widow is a solitary creature often found in dark, sheltered areas like woodpiles, sheds, and under rocks. Female Black Widows are significantly larger and more venomous than their male counterparts, with venom that contains neurotoxins capable of causing muscle pain, nausea, and cramping in humans—though fatalities are rare with modern medical treatment. Unlike many spiders that actively hunt, Black Widows construct irregular, messy webs to trap their prey, typically insects. They are known for their sometimes cannibalistic mating behavior, where the female may consume the male after mating, although this is not always the case.
Common Garden Spider
The common garden spider, also known as the European garden spider or the cross orb-weaver (Araneus diadematus), is a familiar sight in gardens, forests, and fields across Europe and North America. Recognized by its rounded, bulbous abdomen adorned with a white cross-like pattern, this spider is best known for its impressive, spiraling orb webs. Unlike hunting spiders, the common garden spider relies on its web to capture flying insects such as flies, moths, and mosquitoes. It patiently waits at the edge of its web or in a nearby retreat, sensing vibrations to locate and subdue its prey. Despite their slightly intimidating appearance, these spiders are harmless to humans and play a crucial role in controlling insect populations. In late summer and early autumn, females are often seen plump with eggs, constructing egg sacs that will overwinter and hatch in spring, ensuring the next generation of garden weavers.
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Barn Spider
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