Australia has some of the most venomous spiders on the planet but, fortunately, fatalities from these sorts of creatures are rare. If you are faced with species you don't recognise, then assume they are dangerous and consult an expert to provide professional guidance. In some cases, this may result in professional spider extermination services being appropriate. In other cases, you can get on with removing the offending creatures yourself. If you want to proceed with a spider extermination project yourself to try and make your home as arachnid-free as possible, what are the best methods at your disposal? Read on to find out.

Insecticides

These products are tried and tested as a winning method of spider extermination that many people use. Most insecticides will deal with arachnids just as effectively as insects infestations. However, you should always read the label because you may have bought a product that specifically targets just one or two insect species. What you want is a general-purpose insecticide for spiders. Sprayable ones tend to be best because you can get them into most corners of the home and garden. Needless to say, follow the instructions and use gloves as well as a mouth and eye covering. Extra precautions should be taken if you have pets and children around the home.

Vacuum Cleaning

One of the tried and tested methods for removing spiders is to use the long attachment on your vacuum cleaner to suck them up. Although this won't kill spiders instantly, they will likely perish in your machine soon afterward. What's good about this method is that it will also remove cobwebs from your property so it looks as spider-free as it really is. When emptying your vacuum cleaner, take care. Empty the contents into a bin that you can close the lid on to prevent any surviving creatures to escape.

Pest Control Bombs

These are popular products that help to deal with infestations in several rooms at once. They are effective but you probably won't want to be in your home for a day or two after using one. Certainly, you will need to steer clear of the affected rooms for at least a few hours. They work by releasing a fine mist everywhere so they are a bit like the carpet-bombing approach to applying insecticides. However, they will kill all small creatures so they are not a very targeted approach to take. Consult a pest control professional if you are not sure which type to use.

For more information on spider extermination, contact a professional near you.

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