Spiders are tough to control. They don’t spend a lot of time on the surface, so we can treat surfaces with insecticides and it isn’t effective in controlling them, but it’s important to stay on a program of treatment and remove their webs as often as you can, and also don’t set high expectations when it comes to getting rid of spiders. Understand that spiders are beneficial to a degree and their populations can be controlled but not completely eliminated. We commonly deal with black widows, but black widows primarily stay outside in the landscape, and it’s rare that they come inside.

HOW TO IDENTIFY SPIDERS

While there are many species of spider, they are all commonly attributed to their 8 legs, head, and abdomen. Some spiders like moisture and are found in basements, crawl spaces and other damp parts of buildings. Others like dry, warm areas such as subfloor air vents, and upper corners of rooms and attics. Different types of spiders have different behaviors, lifespans, and pose different levels of risk to humans. When dealing with a Bakersfield spider infestation, it is wise to seek the counsel of a trained professional who can identify the various species and provide guidance on effective Bakersfield spider control.