Spider Control in Metro Atlanta & North Georgia
Brown recluse, black widow, wolf spiders and more — plus web removal on every visit.
About Spiders in Georgia
Most spiders are harmless to people and even help control other insects, but a few in Georgia, notably the brown recluse and the black widow, are medically significant, and no one wants spiders in the house regardless of species.
Spiders go where the food is. A home with a lot of other insects tends to have more spiders, so good spider control means controlling the insects they eat, treating the cracks and corners where spiders hide, and removing webs so new ones are easy to spot.
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How to Identify Spiders
Brown recluse spiders are light to medium brown, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch in body size, with a darker violin-shaped mark on the head area and six eyes in three pairs. Black widows are shiny black with a red hourglass on the underside of the abdomen. Wolf spiders are larger, hairy, ground-dwelling hunters that do not spin webs to catch prey, and are often mistaken for brown recluses.
Signs You May Have Spiders
- Irregular webs in corners, eaves, garages, basements and crawl spaces
- Spiders seen in storage boxes, shoes, closets and woodpiles
- Egg sacs on walls, under furniture or in outdoor structures
- Lots of insects, which attract spiders
- Bites with unexplained marks, in which case see a doctor
Why Spiders Are a Problem in Georgia
Georgia's mild winters and warm, humid summers keep spider populations active for much of the year. Garages, basements, sheds, crawl spaces and woodpiles give them quiet, undisturbed places to hide, particularly the brown recluse and black widow.
How Accurate Pest Solutions Handles Spiders
Inspect
We check garages, crawl spaces, eaves, windows and other likely hiding spots.
Treat harborage and entry points
Treatment is focused where spiders hide and where they get in.
Remove webs
We knock down cobwebs and spider webs on every visit so new activity stands out.
Reduce their food
Controlling other insects reduces what spiders have to eat.
Prevention Tips
- Reduce clutter in garages, basements and storage areas
- Use sealed plastic bins instead of cardboard boxes
- Shake out shoes and gloves stored in garages or sheds
- Move firewood and debris away from the house
- Seal gaps around windows, doors and utility lines
- Keep outdoor lighting away from the house, since it attracts insects that attract spiders
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Learn more →Spiders FAQ
Are spiders covered on your pest control plan?
Yes. Spiders are covered on our bi-monthly plan with unlimited free retreats, and we knock down cobwebs on every visit.
How do I know if I have brown recluses?
They are shy and hide in dark, undisturbed places. A violin-shaped marking and uniform brown color with no stripes on the legs are clues, but identification is tricky. Call us to inspect rather than guess.
What should I do if I think I've been bitten?
Wash the area, apply a cold compress and see a doctor, particularly if you notice a spreading wound, severe pain, fever or other symptoms. If you can safely collect the spider, bring it with you.
Will spraying get rid of spiders?
Treatment helps, but long-term spider control also depends on controlling the insects they feed on and removing webs and egg sacs.
Where We Serve
We provide pest, termite, mosquito and wildlife control across 16 counties in Metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Find your city: