Bye Bye, Brown Recluse Spiders!

The brown recluse spider is a common pest in the United States, though it is rare outside its native range. The spider is more commonly found in the Midwest than on the west coast. Brown recluse spiders prefer dark, sheltered locations. You can find them inside your home in basements, in attics, and under furniture. Their webs are disorganized and are usually near the ground. The brown recluse spiders are found in the central and southern United States, including Missouri. If you’ve noticed brown recluse spiders in your home, call Pointe Pest Control right away!

Brown recluse spiders are brown spiders with a violin-shaped marking on their back. Their size is about the size of a quarter when extended. Their fine hairs make them look velvety. They are not related to wolf spiders, which are larger and hairier. Generally, brown recluse spiders are outdoor spiders, but they can also be found indoors. They can survive in unheated basements and stifling attics. They hunt insect prey during the night, however, they are more likely to bite people during the day. Unlike other spider species, they don’t use webs to capture their prey.

A brown recluse spider’s venom can cause intense pain and sting. This can develop within six to eight hours of the spider’s bite. A small blister will form at the site of the bite and surrounding tissue will be swollen and peel away, resulting in an open, deep wound that can take three to five weeks to heal. The bite site may also develop dense scar tissue.

Symptoms of a brown recluse spider bite include an elevated wound that may become red and swollen. In some cases, anthrax and streptococcus bacteria can also be present in the bite. In severe cases, the wound may even become necrotic. A medical professional should be consulted for all brown recluse bites. Fortunately, deaths caused by brown recluse spider bites are extremely rare. While they rarely cause death, they may leave deep scarring. Hence, it’s vital to seek professional help in removing a brown recluse spider infestation.

Brown recluse spiders can be killed by using certain insecticides. These pesticides are safe for you and your family, and are available in liquid, dust, and spray forms. You should make sure you apply the pesticides in areas where the spiders are likely to congregate. Pointe has plenty of experience exterminating brown recluse spiders, so contact our extermination team today and we’ll make your house safe again!