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What Do Spiders Look Like? (Identification)
Colour
Brown, grey, black, tan or a mix.
Size
Small to medium, though long legs can make some Alberta spiders look bigger than they are.
Description
8 legs, 2 main body sections, no wings and no antennae.
Notes
Web type, body markings and where you find the spider can all help identify it.
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What Are the Signs of a Spider Problem?
Here’s what most people miss: a high number of spiders almost always means plenty of insects around for them to eat. You may need professional spider control if you notice:
- Webs coming back soon after you remove them.
- Lots of spiders around windows and doors.
- Spiders gathering around exterior lights.
- Egg sacs on siding, eaves or in sheltered corners.
- Webs across decks, fences, garages or patio furniture.
- Spiders getting in through doors, windows or foundation gaps.
- Heavy activity near ponds, trees, shrubs or damp areas.
- Spiders everywhere from ground level to the roofline.
Where Do Spiders Live and Hide?
Spiders want two things: a quiet, sheltered spot to build a web and a steady supply of bugs. Indoors, spiders tuck into corners, behind furniture and into basements- anywhere they won’t be disturbed. Outdoors, they tend to show up more once your lights start drawing in the insects they eat. Around Alberta homes, that usually means:
- Around windows and doors.
- Under eaves, soffits and overhangs.
- Along siding and foundation walls.
- In garages, sheds and storage areas.
- Around decks, fences and outdoor furniture.
- In basements, crawl spaces and utility rooms.
- Near exterior lights.
- Around woodpiles, shrubs, and tall grass.
- Near ponds, wetlands and other damp areas.
How Quickly Do Spiders Reproduce?
Spiders reproduce by laying egg sacs, and a single sac can hold many eggs. The exact number depends on the species, the weather and how much food is around.
- Eggs: Protected inside an egg sac.
- Spiderlings: Young spiders leave the sac and spread out to new areas.
- Adults: Mature spiders build webs, hunt insects and reproduce.
- New egg sacs: The cycle repeats as long as conditions stay favourable.
Why Do I Have So Many Spiders?
Spiders stay where there’s food, shelter and moisture. Spider activity in Edmonton, Calgary and the rest of Alberta usually ramps up in the warmer months. The usual causes are:
- Outdoor lights attracting flies and other insects.
- Gaps around windows, doors and utility lines.
- Shrubs and vegetation touching the house.
- Standing water or damp spots near the foundation.
- Good web-building spots under eaves and decks.
- Clutter in garages, sheds and basements.
- Nearby ponds, trees, fields or wooded areas.
- Damaged screens and doors left open.
How Worried Should I Be About Spiders?
Most spiders around Alberta homes aren’t dangerous to people, and seeing one doesn’t mean you have a serious infestation.
Heavy activity can still become a real nuisance. It can:
- Make your deck or yard unpleasant to use.
- Cover windows, doors and walkways in webs.
- Signal a large insect population around the property.
- Lead to repeated sightings indoors.
- Make some areas hard to clean and maintain.
- Worry children, guests, tenants or customers.
How Can I Prevent Spiders?
DIY prevention works for light activity. It usually isn’t enough when webs return quickly, egg sacs are present, or spiders are active from the foundation to the roofline. You can cut down spider activity yourself by:
- Remove webs regularly with a broom or vacuum.
- Seal cracks around windows, doors and the foundation.
- Repair damaged screens.
- Turn off exterior lights when you don’t need them.
- Move firewood and stored items away from the building.
- Trim shrubs and grass back from exterior walls.
- Clear clutter from garages, basements and sheds.
- Fix leaks and reducing moisture.
- Keep doors closed as much as possible.
- Remove insects and other food sources around the home.
Our Spider Control Process
Every property is different, so we start with an inspection instead of treating blindly. Depending on what we find, here’s what service looks like:
- Inspect and identify. I check the areas where spiders, webs and egg sacs are active.
- Remove webs and egg sacs. Where accessible, we remove them as part of the service plan.
- Treat targeted areas. We treat exterior problem spots such as windows, doors, siding, eaves, soffits, garages and accessible roofline areas.
- Recommend entry-point fixes. I explain where gaps, screens, lighting or moisture may be feeding the problem.
- Monitor and follow up. We review the results and recommend follow-up treatment if activity or property conditions call for it.
Treatments also depend on building height, accessibility, spider activity, and the surrounding environment.
Spider Control in Edmonton, Calgary, and Red Deer
Stop Cleaning the Same Webs Every Week
If spiders and webs keep coming back, the webs you can see may not be the real problem. Insects, shelter, and entry points around your property could be keeping them going.
I’ll inspect your property, explain what I find and recommend a practical treatment plan for your home or building.
Call Major Pest Control at 780-906-0911 or request a quick quote today.
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FAQs About Major Pest Control Services
Yes. Spiders are common around Alberta homes, especially near exterior lights, vegetation, garages, sheds and damp areas. A few are normal. Repeated webs, egg sacs, and heavy activity around the building may mean it’s time to call a professional for spider control.
No. No treatment can stop every spider from entering an outdoor space. Professional control reduces activity by treating common web-building areas and addressing the conditions that attract spiders and the insects they feed on.
Webs return when spiders keep finding food, shelter and good spots to build. Exterior lights, insects, vegetation, moisture and gaps around the building can all keep activity going.
Treatment should be planned around your household, pets and property. Before service, your technician should explain preparation and re-entry instructions. Always follow the product label and your technician’s directions after treatment.
Not always. Occasional outdoor webs are normal. Professional service makes more sense when webs return quickly, egg sacs are present, or spiders are active around windows, doors, siding, eaves, and rooflines.
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