How to Get Rid of Creepy House Spiders

In an article for the lifestyle magazine HomeBT, Ella Walker introduced nine ways to prevent spiders in the home.

The first thing to remember is that spiders are beneficial creatures. If your home is overrun with spiders, it likely means there are plenty of pests for them to eat. Therefore, rather than eliminating the spiders you see, it is better to keep your home cleaner.

According to the report, the first and most important step in preventing spider infestations is to clean the house regularly. Vacuuming and wiping surfaces help prevent spiders from taking over your home.

Placing horse chestnuts or horse chestnut seeds beside doors and window frames is also said to repel spiders, although there is no scientific evidence to support this method.

If horse chestnuts are unavailable, regular chestnuts can also be used.

Peppermint is also effective at repelling spiders because of its strong scent. Put peppermint essential oil and water in a spray bottle and spray the mixture around the house.

Like peppermint, vinegar can also help repel spiders. Mix vinegar and water in suitable proportions and spray the mixture in areas spiders frequently pass through.

Rubbing lemon peel into corners or holes where spiders may be hiding can also help repel them.

Seal any places where spiders could enter, from gaps in window frames to vents. The spaces beneath doors are also easy entry points for spiders and should be blocked.

Cedar can deter spiders as well as moths. Place cedar pieces in a bowl and leave it in areas where spiders appear. Using cedar hangers instead of plastic ones is another good option.

Animals can also help. Cats are good at chasing away spiders as well as mice.

[Fam Times = Reporter Jennylyn Gianan]