How To Identify A Black Widow Spider

One of the first steps to getting rid of any type of pest infestation is identifying which pest is causing the problem. Luckily, black widow spiders are relatively easy to identify due to their distinguishing physical characteristics. These arachnids are shiny black with red markings on their underside, often in the shape of an hourglass or two triangles. Female black widow spiders can reach up to nearly half an inch in length, with males of the species being much smaller.

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The Severe Danger

Black widows are widely known for their venomous bite, and their reputation comes with good reason; they are the most venomous type of spider in North America. While a bite from a black widow is very rarely fatal, it is often extremely painful and can cause a variety of side effects. Bites from a black widow can induce:

Nausea
Vomiting
Localized numbness
Muscle pain
Increased perspiration

Five Simple Tips

While an infestation will require the assistance of professional pest control services, there are preventative measures that you can take to reduce the risk that spiders will invade your home. Practical methods you use to get rid of spiders and prevent black widows from entering or returning to your home include:

Removing any plants or vegetation close to the home could serve as entryways for spiders.
Use pesticide to kill any spiders attempting to enter your property.
Routinely inspecting and repairing any cracks or holes in your house to prevent spiders from using them as entry points
Make sure to properly store food and clean up spills to reduce the chance of other insects invading your property, which will attract spiders as sources of food.
Regularly emptying trash bins, which can also attract other insects and spiders

The Safe And Effective

While it is important and effective to regularly practice pest prevention strategies on your property, it is still possible to face an infestation despite your best efforts. Luckily for homeowners in Sacramento, Green Day Pest Control is here to help you deal with any black widow spider problems you are facing.

As a local Sacramento pest control specialist, Green Day Pest Control has been serving communities across Sacramento for more than twenty years. Our highly trained and certified team of pest technicians has experience in dealing with black widows and the wide variety of invasive pests in Sacramento. If you have seen signs of black widow activity in your home or anywhere on your property, reach out to us today to get rid of these dangerous pests. We provide flexible scheduling options and will work with you to create a customized pest control plan for your specific situation.