Spider Control
Gold Coast and Tweed
Keeping Safe from Spiders
Spiders may be a part of life living in Australia, but it doesn't mean you have to put up with them in your home! As leaders in spider control on the Gold Coast, SafeHouse Pest Control provides fast, effective pest control services for residential and commercial properties.
As locals, we understand the spider species in this region, when they are most active and exactly how to control them. Our highly experienced team of pest technicians can assess your space and offer tailored treatment plans and helpful advice to keep the spiders away and your family safe.
What Are The Most Common Types Of Spiders In Australia
There are hundreds of spider species that call Australia home and some of them are considered to be the most dangerous in the world. Most, however, are harmless to humans. The most common spider species include:
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Redback spider
Female Redback spiders are highly venomous and dangerous to humans. They're characterised by a black body and a distinct red line running down the abdomen. You can find them in dry, sheltered areas such as garden sheds and logs.
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White-Tail spider
White-Tail spiders are reddish-grey, live on the floor and prey on other spiders. If provoked, this species has been known to bite humans and cause a condition called necrotising arachnidism which involves blistering and ulceration of the skin.
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Garden Wolf spider
Garden Wolf spiders are commonly found in the ground where they love to dig holes and cover the opening with debris. While usually harmless, this species can bite if provoked.
Where Do Spiders Live?
Most spiders prefer to live outside in webs or burrows, but they will enter a house through cracks and openings if looking for food, mates, warmth or moisture.
When Are Spiders Most Active?
Spiders tend to be most active during cooler months. They're predominantly nocturnal and come out at night to feed on other pests and spiders.
Top Tips For Spider Control
- Keep your house clean. Vacuum and dust regularly and don't leave things lying around on the floor
- Keep your garden tidy. Prune trees often and keep plants and foliage away from the walls of your home
- Seal up any cracks and openings
- Cover pet food to deter other pests that are a temptation for spiders hunting for food
- Be on the lookout for signs of an infestation by checking for webs and burrows in the house or backyard
When Is It Time To Call SafeHouse Pest Control?
Often, commercially available treatments adopt a one-size-fits-all-over-the-counter-treatment that are largely ineffective and don't consider your individual needs and circumstances. A professional pest controller will have access to stronger ant products with special active ingredients that aren't available for purchase in supermarkets or retailers.
If you've tried everything you can to get rid of an ant infestation in your home or business and seen no results, it's time to call us in.
Our team has the expertise to identify ant species and locate their colony. With this information, we can develop a targeted approach that eliminates the infestation and limits the chance of it happening again.
Here's why clients trust us:
- Highly experienced technicians
- Fully qualified and licensed with QBCC
- Fire Ant Eradication and Timber Pest management
- Affordable rates
- Tailored solutions for long-lasting results
- Expert advice
- Local knowledge of pests
- Pest control for residential and commercial
- We also eliminate cockroaches, spiders, termites, rodents and more
- Servicing Central and Southern Gold Coast and Tweed Heads regions
Keeping Everyone Safe From Spiders
Spiders can pose a safety hazard to humans and pets alike. With the right treatment plan in place and ongoing spider control methods, you can reduce the likelihood of spiders across the seasons.
For more information about spider control on the Gold Coast or to book a service, call us today for a free competitive quote.