Curtains on your walls! Spiders homes as well

When asked to list their biggest fears, spiders generally come on top of the list for many people. They have eight long legs which runns really fast and sends people into a shaking frenzy. They come in different shapes and sizes from the tiny little money spider to the large Brown Recluse Spider.

Most house spiders are actually beneficial in the home. This is because they get rid of potential indoor pests such as mosquitoes or flies. They actually eat more flies and insects than birds do. They don't usually aim to scare people either, they only move around when they are looking for a suitable place to build a new web.

The common house spider is known as the American house spider and they are not aggressive, not known to bite people regularly and more importantly their venom is not known to be dangerous. If they are removed from their web, they are mainly concerned with returning to it or with building a new one.

Overall, house spiders are generally harmless and will not bite you at all.

Dangerous spiders.
some of them can be found in America either as a native species or as a lost traveller. Some dangerous spiders include:

• The Black Widow Spider
• The Brown Recluse Spider
• The Hobo Spider

Black Widows
The Black Widow spider is one of the most venomous spiders in the world. It is renowned for its venom yet it rarely kills people. The female of the species can be recognized by the plain hourglass shaped marking on its abdomen, usually red in color but it can also be orange or white. The male generally has smaller markings but again, they are usually instantly recognizable.

While it doesn't always kill, its venom is toxic and it can cause nasty symptoms after you have been bitten and hospital treatment may be needed.

The Brown Recluse
The Brown Recluse spider is also another deadly spider. The brown recluse is sometimes referred as the violin or Fiddleback spider because of the violin-shaped marking on its abdomen. The venom can cause serious wounds and infections, but actually being bitten by one of these is quite rare. It is a fairly large spider and the color is fairly light brown. All bites from this spider should be treated immediately.

The Hobo Spider
This spider is fast becoming a serious threat to humans. Its strike is lightening fast and the severity of the bite all depends on which sex bit you and how old the spider was. An adult male Hobo Spider has more toxic venom than the female. In fact, the venom of this spider is so toxic it is on a special list of the most toxic spiders.

While there haven't been many fatalities, there have been plenty of people who have been bitten by this spider and so it is always better to be on your guard. Bites usually occur when the males leave their nests and go in search of females. It is easy for them to simply walk into a house and accidentally come into contact with humans.

This spider doesn't climb and it is fairly large in size.

What do spiders feed on?
All spiders eat insects, usually in the form of worms, mosquitoes or flies. Some of the larger spiders however also eat things such as lizards, fish and birds. Spiders are really good at getting rid of indoor pests so if you can, it is always better to leave the spider alone.

How to control spiders?
For good house spider control, turning off outside lights at night can prevent spiders from entering your home. This is because at night there are hundreds of flying insects and bugs around that head. Spiders know this and they rush to the light to fed. You will mainly find spiders hiding under lumber piles, bricks, weeds and trash.

Some ways to control spiders are:

• Make sure you regularly clean outdoor buildings such as sheds and garages
• If you find cobwebs in your home dust them away and destroy any sacs that you find
• Hoover in places such as corners of the wall, under worktops and under appliances.
• Seal up all cracks under doors and floorboards.

You can also purchase a spider control kit which usually contains a spray, a powder that has to be mixed with water and traps. The kits allow you to treat outside and the inside your home and it generally works quite quickly. If you are using these kits for spider mite control, you should use it as soon as you see any activity of spider mites. This is because it will help to prevent further damage and it will minimize treatments. Most spider mite problems need quite a few treatments to eliminate the problem and this is because the spray does not kill the eggs.

Precautions before Using Insecticides for Spider Control
All insecticides are potentially dangerous to both humans and pets, and the environment. Even if an insecticide says it is safe for humans and pets, it could still have a damaging effect on the environment.

However, insecticides can be really useful in eliminating the spider problem and even ones that are less toxic to humans, can be extremely toxic to spiders. So if you do decide to use an insecticide there are some precautions you should follow. These include:

• Always reading the label and instructions
• Always wear the right clothing and cover up accordingly
• Make sure you know where the spiders are

When using chemical spider control inside the home, it is important to treat appliances and cupboards. You should treat the whole area around your home including corners and entry ways such as doors and windows.

If you really aren't sure about what you are doing or if you have a large spider problem such as a Brown recluse spider problem or a Black Widow spider problem, seek advice from a professional.

Overall, most house spiders are harmless and they can be quite beneficial. They will not attack you and they pose no threat whatsoever. They are usually quite small in size though the Black widow can also be small. If you do have a large spider in your home it is always better not to approach it and seek professional advice as soon as possible.