Spider control in Los Angeles

Spiders you’re likely to see

• Cobweb and house spiders in corners, windows and eaves — a nuisance, not a danger.
• Black widows — shiny black with a red hourglass underneath — in undisturbed, sheltered spots: garage corners, block wall gaps, meter boxes, under patio furniture, in wood piles and garden equipment.
• Brown widows, now common in Southern California, often under outdoor furniture and around railings; recognizable by spiky round egg sacs.
• Wandering and hunting spiders that come indoors occasionally, especially in fall.

If someone is bitten and has significant symptoms, seek medical care. Bring the spider in a sealed container if it can be done safely.

How spider control works

1. Inspection of eaves, garages, storage, outdoor furniture, walls and landscaping.
2. Web and egg sac removal where reachable.
3. Targeted treatment of cracks, gaps and sheltered areas where spiders hide.
4. Insect reduction — spiders follow their food, so outdoor lighting, moisture and other pests matter too.

Spider control is usually part of recurring pest control rather than a separate program.

Reducing spiders around your home

• Wear gloves when reaching into garden equipment, boxes and wood piles.
• Store items in sealed plastic bins rather than open cardboard.
• Switch exterior lights to warm-colored or motion-activated fixtures that attract fewer insects.
• Keep firewood and lumber away from the house.
• Seal gaps around doors, windows and vents; repair screens.
• Sweep down webs regularly from eaves and corners.

Frequently asked questions