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There are several spiders in St. Charles. However, the brown recluse is probably the most feared type of spider in this area. This species of spider is extremely dangerous. At Pest Control Consultants, we provide comprehensive pest control in St. Charles, and we can help you identify and eliminate brown recluse spiders from your home.
How To Spot A Brown Recluse Spider Problem In Your Home
Brown recluse spiders have slender bodies and long legs. When they are fully grown, they are about the size of a quarter. The brown recluse has a light brown body with a dark back marking. The violin-shaped marking on the cephalothorax, or body, of this spider makes them easy to identify. The base of the violin is closer to the eyes of the spider, and the neck of the violin points toward the rear of the spider's body.
The brown recluse likes to stay out of sight as much as possible. When outdoors, it will usually hide in stacks of firewood or brush. When it comes inside, you'll usually find it underneath cardboard, inside cabinets, or in some other dark space.
Symptoms Of A Brown Recluse Spider Bite
When a brown recluse bites you, it will inject venom considered poisonous to humans. Some of the symptoms that you may experience from a brown recluse bite include the following:
- Pain around the bote continues to increase in the first eight hours
- Fever
- Chills
- Body aches
- Nausea
- Vomiting
You may also notice that the skin around the bite mark is pale and surrounded by a deep blue or purple ring. The bite mark may also turn into a blister or an open wound. If you notice any of these signs, it could signify that the tissue around the bite is dying, and you should seek medical help immediately.
Four Simple Tips To Prevent Brown Recluse Spiders In Your Home
Brown recluse spiders like to eat insects and other spiders. If they think there is a consistent food source in your home, they will do their best to come inside. Here are some things you can do to prevent brown recluse spiders from coming into your home:
- Inspect the exterior walls of your house for any gaps or cracks. If you find any small openings, seal them with caulking or some other durable material.
- Get rid of cardboard boxes and other clutter around your home that spiders can use as a hiding spot.
- Sweep, mop, and keep all dry food in airtight containers to ensure you are not attracting insects into your home.
- Keep stacks of firewood, bushes, and other debris away from your house.
You should also look for any leaks around your home and fix them as soon as possible. If you make the food and water in your home inaccessible to these spiders, they are less likely to invade your house.
Total Spider Control For Your St. Charles Home
Trying to remove a brown recluse spider on your own can be extremely dangerous. Unfortunately, brown recluse spiders like to travel in large groups. So, if you see one in your home, there are probably more hiding nearby.
If you see a brown recluse spider in your St. Charles home, Pest Control Consultants is here to help. We have decades of experience dealing with these dangerous spiders, and we know how to eliminate them from your home and keep them away for good. Call us today and ask about our free inspection and same-day service!
