Understand the problem before treatment.
Concerned about spiders in your home or business? Chris can help identify what you have found and discuss proportionate removal and prevention.
Spider biology and behaviour.
Biology and life cycle
Spiders are arachnids with eight legs, rather than insects. They feed on other small animals, including insects, and many species are useful predators around buildings. Seeing a spider does not automatically mean treatment is needed.
Where they live and how they behave
Different species use different places, from quiet corners and window frames to garages and sheds. Webs and sheltered gaps offer hunting or resting sites, so identification and the location matter when planning a response.
How Chris can help
Chris assesses the species, extent of activity and your concerns. The recommendation may focus on physical removal, reducing hiding places and managing access, with any treatment explained for the site.
Prevention and preparation
Keep quiet storage areas tidy and maintain suitable screens or seals around access gaps. Photograph an unfamiliar spider without handling it, especially if you are unsure of the species.
More on identification and behaviour: Natural History Museum: spiders in your home.
Signs to discuss with Chris.
Webs and egg sacs
Repeated webs in the same area.
Repeated sightings
Spiders or egg sacs around sheltered gaps.
Identification
A clear photograph showing markings, size and location.
