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It’s November. Summer is a distant memory. Halloween is over. Christmas is right around the corner. So why, oh why, are you still dealing with spider webs around your house? There are a few reasons why spiders and their webs don’t disappear when the weather cools down in Tennessee. All-American Pest Control has been solving spider issues for Middle Tennessee homeowners for over 60 years and we know a thing or two about why spider webs stick around through November. Find out why you’re still seeing spider webs and what you can do to get rid of them below.
Spiders Remain Active Year-Round Indoors
If you’ve been seeing spider webs in your house, there’s a good reason for it. Spiders can stay active all year when they live in climate-controlled comfort. When they don’t have to deal with cold outdoor temperatures, spiders thrive inside as long as they can find a food source to get them through the winter. Since insects often move indoors in the fall, most house spiders can find the food they need.
Fall Brings More Insects Into Your Home
As the weather cools off in the fall, it’s an indication to insects that it’s time to look for warmer accommodations. Although some insect pests die off in the fall, others move inside. Flies, ants, and other insects often seek shelter in Tennessee homes. This increase in insect activity creates the perfect conditions for spiders. Seeing more insects in your house means you’re likely to see more spiders as well. They’ll build their webs near entry points and other areas where those insects are likely to spend time.
Common Spiders Found in Tennessee Homes During November
There are numerous spider species in Tennessee, but just a few that are commonly found in homes in this area.
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Common house spiders build tangled cobwebs in corners and ceilings. These are the spiders you’re most likely to see around your house. They’re small with yellowish-brown bodies and long, thin legs.
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Cellar spiders create messy webs in basements and crawl spaces. They are also known as daddy long-legs.
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Brown recluse spiders hide in storage areas and rarely disturbed spaces. These pests are known for the violin-shaped marking on their backs and for their venomous bites.
Why You See More Webs in Certain Areas
Spiders build webs where insects are most active. If you’ve noticed a lot of spider webs on your porch near entryways, it’s likely because insects are attracted to your porch lights and spiders build their webs near those lights to capture flying pests.
Indoors, spiders will use similar logic. You may find webs near light sources since insects are naturally drawn to them. You’ll also find webs in undisturbed areas, like bedroom closets, basements, attics, and garages, where the webs are less likely to be destroyed.
How Spiders Enter Your Home in Fall
Spiders can easily get into your home because they’re so small; it only takes a tiny crack to grant them access. They can get inside through a crack in your foundation, a gap around a window or under a door, a hole in a window screen, an open vent, or a space around utility lines.
It’s also possible for you to carry spiders inside with you. A stack of firewood that you bring inside could harbor spiders. A box of items from a storage unit may have some unwanted hitchhikers. If you store your outdoor furniture in your garage or basement for the winter, it may have some pests hiding in the seams.
Why DIY Spider Control Often Falls Short
When you spot a spider in your house, what’s your move? Do you grab a shoe? Pretend you didn’t see it and hope it wanders off? Or lie awake wondering if it has any late-night travel plans across your pillow? A lot of us figure that squashing the spiders we see is enough to solve the problem, but it usually isn’t.
The truth is, taking out the spiders you can see doesn’t stop new ones from sneaking in. It also doesn’t do much about the spiders hiding in quiet corners you haven’t checked. And since spider egg sacs are easy to miss, you could unknowingly be hosting hundreds of future visitors.
Unless you tackle the root of the issue, you’ll keep running into it. And if you’d rather not spend November (and the rest of winter) dusting webs off every surface, it may be time for something more reliable than DIY spider control.
Preventing Spiders and Their Webs From Returning
Although DIY spider control is rarely successful, DIY spider prevention coupled with professional spider control is your best option to avoid a spider infestation. There are several things you can do to make it less likely that spiders will get inside your house in the first place. All-American Pest Control recommends the following spider prevention tips:
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Seal cracks and gaps around your home's exterior and foundation.
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Repair torn screens.
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Install weatherstripping and door sweeps.
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Remove clutter, storage boxes, and unused items where spiders hide.
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Keep outdoor lights off or switch to yellow bug bulbs that attract fewer insects.
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Inspect firewood and other items to check for spiders before bringing them inside.
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Get routine perimeter treatments.
Reducing Insect Prey to Control Spider Populations
In addition to the prevention tips above, it also helps to remove spiders’ food sources. If they can’t find insects in your house, they won’t have anything to eat, and they won’t stick around. By controlling flies, ants, and other insects, you remove spider food sources, leading to fewer spiders and less web-building activity. Regular pest control treatments are the most effective way to keep insect numbers low, and these treatments address spider issues as well.
Professional Spider Control for Lasting Results
Professional spider control has the benefit of providing effective and lasting control and prevention for both spiders and the pests that attract them. Additionally, All-American Pest Control’s home pest control includes web removal around the exterior of your house, so you don’t have to deal with the mess.
Our perimeter treatments create a protective barrier around your house, stopping new infestations of spiders and insects before they get inside. We provide quarterly treatments so that your house remains protected throughout the year, and our treatments are designed to target the pests that are active through each changing season.
When to Call a Pest Control Professional
If you’re seeing spiders pop up in more than one room, noticing webs in the corners, or, worst of all, spot a brown recluse, it’s a good sign you could use a little help. And if you have guests coming for the holidays, the last thing you want is a spider greeting them at the door. Even if you’re simply looking for peace of mind that your home is free of spiders, webs, and other pests, All-American Pest Control is here for you. We’re just a call away with the services you need to keep your home comfortable and pest-free.
Say Goodbye to Spider Webs By Contacting All-American
Stop spiders and their webs from taking over your home by contacting All-American Pest Control today. Schedule your spider control service and say goodbye to pesky webs for good.
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