Spiders
What Are Spiders?
Spiders are arachnids (not insects) with two main body segments and eight legs. Nearly all are carnivorous, feeding on insects and other small critters. While most are harmless and even beneficial, a few species in Texas can deliver medically significant bites.
Common Spider Species in Texas
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Brown Recluse
— Violin-shaped marking on the cephalothorax; prefers dark, undisturbed areas (closets, attics). -
Black Widow
— Glossy black body with a red hourglass beneath the abdomen; often found in garages, woodpiles, and crawlspaces. -
Wolf Spider
— Large, fast-moving hunters that don’t spin webs; they live at ground level and sometimes wander indoors. -
Cellar (Daddy-Long-Leg) Spider
— Long, spindly legs and small body; builds messy webs in basements, sheds, and eaves.
Spider Life Cycle
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Egg Sac: Female produces a silken sac containing dozens to hundreds of eggs.
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Spiderlings: Hatchlings that disperse on silken “balloons” or remain guarded by the mother.
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Juveniles: Grow through successive molts, beginning to hunt and spin webs.
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Adults: Reach full size (weeks to months, depending on species) and, for certain species, males search for mates and may be reclusive afterward.
How Spiders Impact Your Home & Health
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Bites & Allergies: Bites from brown recluse or black widow can cause severe necrosis or neurotoxic symptoms.
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Unsightly Webs: Cobwebs accumulate on walls, corners, window frames and eaves.
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Secondary Pests: Spiders attract other pests (their prey) into your home, indicating an underlying insect problem.
Warning Signs of Spider Infestation
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Frequent Cobwebs in corners, windowsills, door frames and ceiling junctions.
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Egg Sacs: Silky, round sacs (½″–1″) tucked in hidden crevices.
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Live Sightings: Multiple spiders visible during daytime, especially along baseboards and in closets.
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Shedded Skins: Cast-off exoskeletons near webs or under furniture.
What you should be looking for?
Cobwebs
Egg Sacs
Live Sightings
Prevention Tips
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Eliminate Clutter: Reduce hiding spots by keeping boxes off floors and clearing basement/storage areas.
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Seal Entry Points: Caulk around windows, door frames, utility penetrations and foundation cracks.
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Outdoor Maintenance: Trim vegetation away from siding, remove wood/rock piles and keep gutters clear.
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Control Other Insects: Reducing fly, moth and beetle populations lowers spider food sources.
Treatment Options
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Targeted Barrier Sprays: Apply residual insecticide around perimeter, eaves and entry points.
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Web Removal & Vacuuming: Physical removal of webs and egg sacs followed by vacuuming.
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Crack & Crevice Treatments: Dusts or micro-encapsulated sprays in wall voids, behind baseboards and in attic spaces.
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Monitoring & Follow-Up: Regular inspections and spot treatments to intercept new activity.
Why Spider Control Matters
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Bites & Allergies: Some species (like brown recluses) can deliver painful bites and trigger allergic reactions.
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Webs & Unsightly Mess: Cobwebs accumulate in corners, windows, and eaves, making your home feel unkempt.
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Rapid Recolonization: Spiders lay dozens of eggs in hidden sacs. DIY sweeping won’t stop the next generation.
Our Spider Treatment Process
Comprehensive Inspection
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We survey interiors (basements, attics, closets) and exteriors (eaves, window frames, foundation crevices).
Custom Treatment Plan
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You receive a written proposal detailing barrier placement, dust application points, and web-removal steps.
Precision Application & Cleanup
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Our techs apply long-lasting residual sprays and dusts in cracks/voids, then hand-remove visible webs.
Follow-Up Check
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After 60-90 days, we re-inspect and retreat any hotspots.
Why Choose Deep Six Pest Control?
Locally Owned & Operated
Fast & Friendly Service
Family & Pet Friendly Treatments
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Our Mission Statement
At Deep Six Pest, we are committed to transforming the pest control industry through unmatched customer service and unwavering honesty. We believe in building trust by delivering transparent, effective solutions tailored to each customer’s needs, ensuring a pest-free environment while exceeding expectations. Our mission is to disrupt the industry by setting a new standard for excellence, integrity, and customer care in every interaction.