Spider Control
Spider Control for Detroit Metro Homes.
One or two spiders is normal. A steady stream of them means there's a bigger problem. RIDD treats the infestation and knocks down the prey population that keeps drawing them in.
The problem
Why Spiders Keep Showing Up
Spiders don't invade your home for no reason. They follow their food. If you're seeing spiders regularly, it means your home has a reliable supply of other insects: flies, moths, ants, and earwigs. Killing the spiders you see doesn't solve the root problem.
Michigan's climate and older housing stock create plenty of entry points and hiding spots for spiders, especially in basements, crawl spaces, garages, and around windows. Most are harmless, and the venomous species people worry about are genuinely rare here, but a steady indoor population still signals a pest problem worth treating.
The solution
How RIDD Handles Spider Infestations
We treat both the symptom and the cause. Our spider control includes targeted treatments to the active areas where spiders gather (baseboards, corners, crawl spaces, and window frames), alongside perimeter treatments that disrupt the prey insects drawing spiders in.
We also treat the eaves and exterior of your home, where many spiders build webs and establish entry points. The result is fewer spiders and fewer reasons for them to come back.
Local species
Common Spiders in the Detroit Metro Area
Most spiders you'll find in Michigan homes are harmless, but a few require more attention. Here are the species we see most often.
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Wolf Spiders
Wolf spiders are large, fast-moving, and alarming when spotted, but they are not web builders. They hunt on the ground, which means they roam through your home rather than staying put in corners. They often come indoors in fall when temperatures drop.
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House Spiders
House spiders are the small, brown spiders responsible for the cobwebs in your corners and ceiling angles. They are harmless but a sign of ongoing insect activity in your home. Heavy infestations indicate a pest population large enough to sustain them.
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Cellar Spiders
Cellar spiders, sometimes mistakenly called daddy longlegs, build loose, irregular webs in basements, crawl spaces, and garages. They are harmless and actually prey on other spiders, but large numbers point to a moisture or insect issue worth addressing.
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Jumping Spiders
Jumping spiders are small, compact, and often spotted near windows and on exterior walls. They hunt by sight and can move quickly in any direction. They are harmless but persistent, and common across Detroit metro homes in warmer months.
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Brown Recluse
Brown recluse spiders are venomous, and their bite can cause serious tissue damage. They are not native to Michigan and are rare here: the few confirmed populations were accidentally carried in on boxes or belongings, and most homeowners will never encounter one. They favor undisturbed, dry spots like storage boxes and seldom-used closets. If you believe you have found one, do not handle it. Call us for an inspection.
Plans
Plans That Include Spider Control
Spider control is included in all three of our residential plans. All plans include our 100% guarantee. If spiders return between visits, so do we.
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Pest 4
Starting at $ 49 /mo
Spider Control included
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Pest 6
RecommendedStarting at $ 69 /mo
Spider Control included
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RIDD Package 4
Starting at $ 89 /mo
Spider Control included
Coverage
Where We Offer This Service
We treat this pest across every community in our Detroit metro service area. Find your city below, or call us if you're not sure we cover you. We probably do.
Common questions
Spider Control FAQs
Are the spiders in my home dangerous?
Most spiders found in Michigan homes, including house spiders, wolf spiders, cellar spiders, and jumping spiders, are harmless. The venomous brown recluse is the main exception, and it is rare in Michigan. If you are finding spiders with a violin-shaped marking behind the head, call us for an inspection.
Why are there so many spiders in my basement?
Basements offer everything spiders want: darkness, moisture, and access to other insects. A basement spider problem usually means there's a larger insect population in or around your home worth addressing.
Do you treat for spider webs too?
Yes. We knock down webs as part of our treatment, particularly around eaves, window frames, and entry points. This also removes egg sacs and disrupts re-establishment.
How soon after treatment will I stop seeing spiders?
You may see increased spider activity in the first week as the treatment disrupts their habitat. Activity should decrease significantly within 2 to 3 weeks. If it doesn't, call us and we'll come back out.
Ready when you are
Done Finding Spiders in Your Home?
Book a service for your home, or call us now.
