Spiders do well in Brisbane, where leafy gardens, raised homes and warm weather give them plenty of insects to eat and places to build webs. Many people book spider control when webs keep appearing across the eaves, windows, pergolas and outdoor furniture, or when large huntsman spiders keep turning up inside at night.
The crew we book treats the spots where spiders live and hunt. Common species around the inner suburbs include huntsman, daddy long-legs, black house spiders, garden orb weavers and redbacks in sheds, letterboxes and under outdoor furniture. Because spiders feed on flying insects, a spider treatment pairs well with mosquito and fly work, which reduces their food supply.
- Web removal from eaves, window frames and pergolas
- A spray along eaves, gutters, fences and outdoor furniture
- Dusting in the roof void and subfloor where spiders shelter
- Treatment around garages, sheds and letterboxes
- Advice on outdoor lighting that draws insects in
Before the visit, move stored boxes away from garage walls and clear clutter from under the house if you can. Leave the webs in place so the crew can see where the activity is, and bring outdoor cushions and toys inside. If you have seen redbacks in a particular spot, point it out so the crew can give that area extra attention.
New webs can appear after a while, as spiders drift in on the breeze from nearby trees and yards. We cannot give any advice about bites. Call 000 if someone is seriously unwell, or ask a doctor or the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26. To book spider control in Brisbane, call 07 3543 7768 and we will line up a local crew with upfront pricing.