Older homes across North Brisbane give spiders plenty of room to settle in. Verandah ceilings, lattice under the house, timber fences and thick gardens all suit them. Huntsman spiders, black house spiders and garden orb weavers are all common on the northside, and redbacks turn up in sheds, letterboxes and under outdoor furniture. Spider control treats the places they like to shelter, so there are fewer around the house.
The crew we book works around the outside of your home, checking the dark, dry and undisturbed spots spiders prefer. A spider control visit usually covers:
- Eaves, verandah ceilings and window frames
- Lattice, posts and stored items under the house
- Fences, gates, letterboxes and electricity boxes
- Sheds, carports and outdoor furniture
- Brushing down webs within easy reach
Before the visit, move toys and cushions out of the way and bring in pet bowls. Keep people and pets away from treated areas until they are dry, and leave high webs for the crew to deal with. If there is a spot where you keep seeing spiders, such as the laundry door or a side path, point it out so the crew gives it extra attention.
Spiders move back in over time, especially near bushland and parks, so many people book spider control once or twice a year, often with a mosquito barrier spray. Wearing gloves when moving items stored outside or under the house is a sensible habit, as redbacks like undisturbed corners. If someone is bitten and unwell, call 000, or ask a doctor or the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26. Call 07 3543 7770 to book spider control in North Brisbane with upfront pricing.
