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What are Orb Spiders?
When you picture a spider web in your mind, you’re likely thinking of a web created by an orb spider. Orb spiders are named after their distinctive wheel-shaped, spiral webs that are used to catch prey. These webs can be quite large and are very strong.
Orb spiders are also called garden spiders because they are most commonly found outside in landscaping. Orb spider identification is quite easy because these spiders are distinctive in appearance, as well as in where and how their webs are built. Orb spiders are light brown to black in color and have brightly-colored markings that can be a variety of colors, including yellow, red, orange, and more, depending on the species. They have short, spiky hairs on their legs and can range in size anywhere from a quarter of an inch to a full inch in length.
Orb spiders eat the small insects that they catch in their webs. Flies, mosquitoes, moths, and other insects are all common prey for orb weaver spiders. Large orb spiders have been known to eat small frogs or even hummingbirds.
Are Orb Spiders Dangerous?
Orb spiders are not aggressive, but they may bite when cornered or handled. The venom from an orb spider is usually not strong enough to affect a person and typically only causes the area around the bite to become raised and red. On rare occasions, a stronger reaction may occur. If that happens to you, you should seek medical attention.
Why Do I Have an Orb Spider Problem?
Around homes, orb spiders build their webs in the branches of trees and bushes, in gardens, and in the corners of doorways, porches, and decks. Orb spiders also commonly build their webs near or next to porch lights since the insects that they eat are drawn to light. They are the most common spider you'll find in your landscaping.
Although orb spiders rarely come indoors, if a female orb spider does find its way into your house, it can become an issue if it has an egg sac. Orb spiders hatch hundreds of eggs at once, so if one of these spiders gets into your house, you may soon find yourself dealing with hundreds of tiny spiders that have nowhere to go.
How Do I Get Rid of Orb Spiders?
The best way to get rid of your orb spider problem is with the help of a professional. At All-American Pest Control, we offer pest control services for orb spiders through our Perimeter Plus Pest Control program. This service is designed to eliminate and prevent common pests, including orb spiders.
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Can I Get Rid of Orb Spiders Myself?
Trying to take care of pest problems on your own is usually unsuccessful. DIY pest control can be dangerous and ineffective, and it generally ends up costing you more in both time and money than if you had contacted the professionals right away.
The safest and most effective way to completely eliminate an orb spider infestation is by getting help from a professional pest control technician. If you need help getting rid of orb spiders in or around your home, contact the experts at All-American Pest Control today.
Why Choose All-American Pest Control?
All-American has over 60 years of experience solving problems with orb spiders and other pests. With All-American Pest Control, you’ll receive pest control services, a serious commitment to excellence, and thorough treatments from our trained pest control experts in Nashville and Middle Tennessee.
Our Perimeter Plus program is a great choice for homeowners who want to get an orb spider problem under control. We also offer a green pest control option for homeowners who prefer a more natural approach to pest control. No matter your needs, All-American offers the services you’re looking for.
How Can I Prevent An Orb Spider Problem in the Future?
Preventing orb spiders can be difficult, but there are a few things that you can do around your home to try and help thwart them:
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Seal gaps in your home’s foundation, exterior walls, and along your roof line
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Trim trees and bushes away from your home's exterior
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Create garden areas away from your house
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Keep insect populations low with outdoor pest control to reduce orb spiders’ food source
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Replace outdoor lights with yellow bulbs so you don’t attract insects
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Reduce clutter inside and outside your house
For more help preventing orb spiders, contact All-American Pest Control.