Spiders are definitely one of the creepiest-looking pests, but they are not always regarded as a dangerous one. Wasps sting us, mosquitoes bite us, and ants contaminate our food, so all of these pests have clear risks involved with their presence. On the other hand, spiders don’t present an immediate danger to the people and pets who live in the house they invaded. Spiders prefer to live in the darkest and most isolated parts of a home, so they actively try to avoid areas with constant activity. 

As beneficial as this habit seems at first, it is actually the caveat for the main risk that spiders pose to humans and pets. When a spider is unexpectedly uncovered from its hiding spot, it will immediately feel threatened. This usually happens by accident when a person unknowingly puts on a spider-inhabited shoe or reaches their hand into a box with a hidden spider. Regardless, spiders have two main defense mechanisms: running and biting. Some species will run away from the threat if they have the chance, which then creates the concern about where exactly the spider is now hiding. Others will sink their fangs into the skin of the person as a defensive bite. Many spider bites will heal quickly, but the bites of the most dangerous species create more cause for concern. The venom of black widows and brown recluses causes lasting health effects in humans if the bite is left untreated, so it’s essential to receive medical attention immediately if you are bitten by these spiders.

The last thing you want in your Brentwood home is a pest that could bite you, your family, or your pets at any given moment. This is why the caring technicians of Pointe Pest Control are committed to solving spider issues as efficiently as possible. Between our thorough inspections and strong products, we guarantee that we will get to the root of your Brentwood spider problem as soon as possible. Contact us today to learn more about our non-toxic treatments that are tough on spiders but safe for people and pets!