Spider season is a time of year that will make many shudder and sweat. Spiders have spent the last few months feeding on bugs and insects, and will now be venturing inside to find a mate.
Historically, we’ve seen spider season occurring in the early Autumn. However, in recent years we’ve seen spiders beginning their quest earlier than normal. Recent heavy rainfall has not helped the situation, encouraging spiders to make their way inside and into our homes.
Why are spiders coming into my house?
Central heating provides the perfect weather conditions for female spiders to lay their eggs before hibernating. Prof Adam Hart, an entomologist at the University of Gloucestershire, explains that 80% of the spiders you’ll see in your homes this season are males looking for female spiders to partner up with.
What to do if you get bitten by a spider
A spider bite typically appears as small puncture marks on your skin which can be painful and result in swelling and redness. The NHS states, “bites from spiders in the UK are uncommon, but some native spiders – such as the false widow spider – are capable of giving a nasty bite.”
If bitten, the NHS advises you to:
- wash the affected area with soap and water
- apply a cold compress to the swollen area for at least 10 minutes
- avoid home remedies such as vinegar solutions or bicarbonate of soda.
- Seek medical help immediately if you have any worrying symptoms after a bite.
How to keep spiders out of your home this spider season
There are numerous made up remedies and un-evidenced recommendations that can be found online. These are often a waste of your time and effort, and aren’t always guaranteed to work. The most effective way to discourage spiders from your home is to plug in an ultrasonic repeller.
Ultrasound doesn’t harm the spider, it simply causes discomfort through a high-frequency sound that is too high for human hearing. It won’t affect you but for the spider, we compare it to a constant smoke alarm going off – unpleasant and leaving them finding someone else’s home to crawl into. With an ultrasonic device, there’s no need for dangerous poisons that could be harmful to pets or children. Our Whole House Advanced Spider Repellent combines ultrasonic frequency with electromagnetic waves, making it an even more effective for stopping spiders invading your space.
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