Spiders 

Australia is home to a vast selection of spiders that come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colours, many of which happen to be the most venomous in the world. Records have shown no deaths from spider bites in Australia since 1901, until recently, when in 2016 a man died from a redback spider bite. Some spider bites can cause serious effects and will need first aid and in some cases emergency hospital treatment.

INTERESTING FACT: There are more than 2000 recorded redback spider bites in Australia every year

6 ways to keep spiders out of your home

1. Seal up your home. Patch up cracks and holes leading from the outside in to prevent spiders from finding their way indoors.

2. Keep your outdoor lights off. 

3. Remove vegetation away from the perimeter of your house.

4. Keep a tidy house.

5. Weather strips under doors.

6. Regular pest control services.

 

Handy tip

1. When it comes to spider treatment, it is important to use sprays not only in those areas where spiders are seen, but also in locations populated by certain insects which are a spider’s food source.

2. Call for a pest inspection around your home

 

Top 9 most dangerous spiders in Australia

1. Sydney Funnel Web Spider

2. Other Funnel Web Spiders

3. Redback Spider

4. Mouse Spider

5. Trap Door Spider

6. White Tailed Spider

7. Wolf Spider

8. Huntsman Spider

9. Black House Spider

 

Implications and our treatments

Spiders can be a serious health hazard around the home and a health and safety issue in the workplace. Inland Pest Management offer a safe and effective service which gives rapid relief from spider infestation. 

In a typical service to a home we will treat the exterior of the house, the interior behind furniture, around doors and window frames, along skirtings and cornice, and other areas where spiders may nest. We will also treat any roof voids as these are a major spider breeding area. Also included would be any out buildings such as a garage or garden shed and yard fencing.