Have Black Widow Spiders Invaded My Gilbert Home?
Black widow spiders are one of the few species of dangerous spiders that you may find around your Gilbert home. They are easily identifiable by their black color and distinct red hourglass marking on their abdomen. A common sign of black widow infestation is the messy, irregular webs they construct close to ground level.
Where are black widows
Black widows prefer to make their nests in dry, dark locations. Some areas where you may find black widows include:
- Sheds
- Garages
- Basements
- Crawl spaces
- Barns
- Outhouses
- Under stones
- In firewood piles and hollow tree stumps
Black widow bites can be dangerous
Be careful when entering any of these areas, especially if you haven’t been inside them in a while. A black widow bite can be painful and dangerous, although, with proper medical treatment, they usually aren’t fatal. Symptoms of a black widow bite include increased blood pressure, sweating, nausea, and immediate pain at the sight of the bite.
Don’t handle black widows yourself
If you are dealing with a black widow infestation, don’t try to handle it yourself. Our trained exterminators can quickly and safely eliminate your black widow problem, keeping you, your family, and your pets protected from these scary and dangerous spiders.
Are Brown Recluse Spiders In Gilbert Dangerous?
Brown recluse spiders are also known as fiddleback or violin spiders for the dark brown “fiddle-shaped” marking on their back. They are typically tan to brown in color and 1/4 to 1/2 inch in size. A bite from a brown recluse is a serious medical issue that requires treatment. One of the issues with a brown recluse bite is that you may not feel it immediately. You will feel a stinging sensation and then an intense pain around the site of the bite that may take up to eight hours to develop.
Symptoms of a brown recluse bite can include:
- Fever
- Difficulty sleeping
- Restlessness
- A small blister around the bite area
If left untreated, dead tissue will gradually fall away and lead to an open ulcer, exposing underlying muscle and bone.
What to do if you’ve been bitten
If you suspect you have been bitten by a brown recluse spider, contact your doctor or go to an emergency room immediately, and if possible, bring the spider with you. Contact us today for a home pest control plan to ensure your Gilbert home remains free of brown recluse spiders and other spider species.
