Spiders are part of life in the hills, and most Dandenong Ranges properties deal with huntsman, white-tail and garden orb weavers moving in as the weather cools, along with redbacks setting up in sheds, woodpiles and under outdoor furniture. Homes backing onto bush or a gully tend to see more activity than a property closer to the shops, and a wet season through the hills tends to push more spiders toward dry, sheltered spots close to a house.
When you call, tell us where you are seeing webs or spiders, whether it is around the eaves, in the garage or under the deck, and we will book a local crew who treats the areas spiders actually nest in rather than just clearing visible webs. That includes eaves, window frames, sheds and garden beds close to the house. A large web rebuilt in the same spot within a day or two usually means the nest itself has not been reached, which is worth mentioning if you have tried clearing webs before.
- Eaves, gutters and roofline gaps
- Sheds, garages and under decking
- Woodpiles and garden beds close to the house
- Window and door frames
- Outdoor furniture and play equipment
If you have found a redback or think you have been bitten, do not wait on a pest visit. Call 000 for a bite reaction or speak with a doctor first, then book pest control for Dandenong Ranges separately once anyone involved has been looked at. White-tail spiders often turn up indoors overnight, tucked into folded towels or shoes left near a back door, so a shake-out before use is a sensible habit through the cooler months.
Call 03 7053 9849 to book a local crew and get the webs and nesting spots dealt with.