A few spider varieties commonly seen around homes in our state include: redback spiders, black house spiders, white tailed spiders, daddy long legs and huntsman.
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First up, spiders love dark, cosy corners, so when cleaning and dusting don't forget those hidden nooks and crannies (including behind furniture).
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You don’t want spiders sneaking in through tiny cracks like tiny secret agents so patch up any wall gaps, seal under the doors, and fix those window cracks.
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Fix any torn or damaged fly screens.
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Look out for any sneaky spider webs and vacuum them away.
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Spiders love a good feast on insects, so turn off unnecessary insect-attracting lights at night. This goes double for outdoor lighting – if it's not needed, keep it dark.
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And before you bring the outside in, give your shoes, clothes, and toys a good shake just in case any sneaky spiders are hitching a ride inside!
And if you do find yourself with unwelcome spidery guests – give your local pest control expert a call.
