When to spray for spiders?
Summary
Dealing with spiders around the house can be tricky, and our forum users have varying opinions on the best approach. Some suggest that timing and knowledge of spider life cycles are key, while others recommend preventative measures and specific products. Ultimately, the decision of when and how to spray depends on your location, the type of spiders you're dealing with, and your personal preferences. Some users find year-round pest control beneficial, while others caution against the overuse of sprays, suggesting alternative methods.
Here's what our forum users are saying:
- "When you start seeing spiders? Check out the life cycles of the spiders in your area online. Temperature and timing." -- Cadzilla, Lawnsite
- "If the spiders are year round then a broad spectrum and timed year round program should be used....but again.....it's insect and area specific based on temperature, life cycles etc." -- Cadzilla, Lawnsite
- "I do it all year around , pest & weed control." -- ArizPestWeed, Lawnsite
- "Guys in AZ do it all the time. Good applicators do more than just spray some base boards with their B&G pumps though. Depends on what you're trying to control." -- out4now, Lawnsite
- "Remove any debris you have around the house that would make for a cozy spider home and make sure there isn't any standing water. Clean the outside furniture and grill similarly to how you clean the inside. Spiders like abandoned areas where they can set up residence." -- FoundationPest, DIY Chatroom
Post Mentions
- I posted this thread to just get some helpful advice from people with experience. I have already done my research here but it never hurts to get input from experienced companies. As for your question to how I passed my test, I have not taken my test for it, thats why I said "I am wanting to get...
- Well....If you don't have a license yet and are limited on experience I still say learn why you are spraying, and what you are spraying and when they are most vulnerable in accordance with your states recommended rules and practices. If the spiders are year round then a broad spectrum and timed...
- Guys in AZ do it all the time. Good applicators do more than just spray some base boards with their B&G pumps though. Depends on what you're trying to control. Guys use various growth regulators, dusts like Delta dust, Max Force baits, all depends. Dursban for outside is the predominant choice...
- Remove any debris you have around the house that would make for a cozy spider home and make sure there isn't any standing water. Clean the outside furniture and grill similarly to how you clean the inside. Spiders like abandoned areas where they can set up residence.
- Hi, I am wanting to get started in spider sprays and was wondering when the best times to spray is. I will just be doing an outside application around the house. Nothing on the inside.
- Where are ya in Az? Phoenix area ? Encapsulated and wp's are usually best for all pest . Are you new in the bizz ? I do it all year around , pest & weed control.
- On my lawn I saw what I believe to be a black widow spider web, so I would like to find some type of granule to spread on the lawn to kill them off since I have a spreader already. Is this a good option, Talstar? I also know I need to get rid of their food source, and knock down spider webs...
- dont waste your $$ on spraying for spiders. They are not like insects. Different Class of taxonomy, different habits, different body sensors/defense mechanisms, etc.
- I just bought a Redmax BM46i that I have yet to use. We have a spider problem in our flower beds. The spiders are in the flowerbed and the patio fencing we have running along it. What should I mix into my sprayer to get rid of them? Can I spray it on the flower bed without killing the flowers?
- Spider spray should not harm your construction. Actual spiders will not harm your construction. Squirrels, mice and other students can cause damage, but usually just from chewing to get into your home. Your mc cables should be safe from rodent damage.
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- I just bought a Redmax BM46i that I have yet to use. We have a spider problem in our flower beds. The spiders are in the flowerbed and the patio fencing we have running along it. What should I mix into my sprayer to get rid of them? Can I spray it on the flower bed without killing the flowers?