Spider Exterminator

• Inspection: The first step that we take for our spider removal services is to have our trained pest control technicians thoroughly inspect your home. We check for signs of spider infestations such as webs, egg sacs, and of course, the spiders themselves. This could include checking hidden areas such as basements, attics, closets, and garages.
• Identification: Next, we work to identify the type of spider infesting your home. Different species of spiders have different behaviors and habitats, which requires different pest control techniques. For instance, a Black Widow infestation would be treated differently compared to a Brown Recluse infestation.
• Planning: After identifying the type of spider, we’ll plan out a customized treatment plan specific to your needs and space. This could involve the use of specific insecticides, traps, or other control methods suitable for the particular spider species. This plan also includes preventive measures to avoid future infestations.
• Treatment: Now for the best part, we get to work on removing these spiders! This could involve spraying insecticides, setting traps, or using other specialized techniques. We also help clean up webs, and if necessary, help treat problematic crawlspaces.
• Preventive Measures: After the removal process, we’ll work with you to employ some preventative measures to keep spiders from sneaking back in. This could involve sealing cracks and crevices around the home and removing clutter where spiders can hide. We’ll also take a thorough look at your home to see if there are any other pest issues that could be attracting the spiders in the first place!
• Follow-up Services: Finally, we’ll schedule follow-up services to ensure the effectiveness of the treatment and to make any necessary adjustments. We inspect on a regular basis, depending on your treatment plan. 

Need us to handle your spider problem? We’re the most experienced local spider exterminators in Douglas & Lincoln County, NE. Contact us today at 402-683-7809 to start with your free spider control consultation, and get your Omaha or Lincoln home spider free today. 

While they are venomous, their bites are not considered dangerous to humans. However, they can cause localized redness, swelling, and pain. If you’re bitten by a grass spider, it’s best to clean the wound with soap and water and apply a cold compress to reduce swelling.

1. Grass Spiders

The first spider on our list is the mostly harmless grass spider. Found throughout Nebraska, these spiders usually build their webs in grassy areas near the ground. They’re also known to build their webs in gardens, sheds, and other places where there’s a lot of vegetation.

Grass spiders are brown or gray in color and have stripe-like markings on their abdomen. They’re usually between 1/2 and 3/4 of an inch in size, making them one of the larger spiders on this list. You will not usually see them indoors, and they can be found prowling outdoors for mosquitos and flies to eat.

 

2. Wolf Spiders

Wolf spiders are another type of spider you might encounter in Nebraska. These spiders got their name because they hunt down their prey instead of building webs to catch them. They’re also one of the largest types of spiders in Nebraska, with some adults reaching up to 2 inches in size.

Wolf spiders are dark brown or gray in color and have stripe-like markings on their abdomen. They’re usually found in open areas like fields, forests, and gardens. And while they are venomous, their bites are not considered dangerous to humans.

However, like grass spider bites, wolf spider bites can cause localized redness, swelling, and pain. Clean the wound with soap and water, apply a bandage, and then a cold compress. If the bite is causing a lot of discomfort, try taking an antihistamine to reduce swelling.

 

3. Black Widow Spiders

Black widow spiders are one of the most feared spiders in Nebraska and the US as a whole. These spiders are, of course, black in color with a red hourglass-shaped marking on their abdomen. They’re usually between 1/2 and 1 inch in size but can grow bigger on occasion.

Black widow spiders are found in dark, moist places like basements, crawl spaces, and garages. And while their bites are not usually fatal to humans, they are extremely painful and can cause permanent damage to the wounded skin if left untreated. Symptoms of a black widow spider bite include extreme muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, and difficulty breathing. In some cases, even paralysis.

If you’re bitten by a black widow spider, it’s important to seek medical assistance as soon as possible! Without quick antidote treatment, you risk permanent nerve damage near the bitten area. The black widow is easily the most dangerous spider on this list.

 

4. Brown Recluse Spiders

Brown recluse spiders are another type of spider you might encounter in Nebraska. Brown recluse spiders are brown with a violin-shaped marking on their back. They’re usually between 1/4 and 3/8 of an inch in size, but can grow larger in the wild. These spiders are most commonly found in the Midwest, with Nebraska being a prime spot for them. Watch out!

In contrast to black widows, brown recluse spiders are found in dark, dry places like basements, attics, and closets. And while their bites are not usually fatal to humans, they can cause serious health problems. Symptoms of a brown recluse spider bite include tissue death, fever, and chills.

Like with a black widow, seek medical attention if bitten by a brown recluse. While the effects aren’t as dangerous, brown recluses are still one of the more dangerous spiders in Nebraska and should be treated as such.

 

5. Sac Spiders

Sac spiders are another type of spider you might encounter in Nebraska. These spiders are light brown or yellow in color and have a dark brown or black stripe running down the middle of their back. Of course, look out for the titular sac on their abdomen. They’re usually between 1/4 and 3/8 of an inch in size.

Sac spiders are found in dark, moist places like basements, crawl spaces, and garages. And while their bites are not usually fatal to humans, they can cause serious health problems. Symptoms of a sac spider bite include nausea, vomiting, and difficulty breathing. Like the other creepy critters on this list, if you’re bitten by a sac spider, seek medical attention as soon as you can.

 

6. American House Spider

The least creepy of all of these spiders is undoubtedly the house spider. The American House Spider, which is scattered throughout North America, is usually brown or gray. It has a body length of approximately ⅜ inches. These spiders are not often considered dangerous to humans; however, their bites can cause discomfort.

If you detect an American House Spider in your house, the ideal option is to capture it with a cup and release it outside or let it be! Unless there is an overwhelming amount of them hiding in your home, you probably don’t need a professional to take care of them.

If you have a high population of house spiders squatting in your home, it may be indicative of a greater bug population. Technically speaking, spiders are predators that feast on bugs, so finding them in the same places is no surprise! The same goes for all the other types of spiders included on this list.

Here is a list of six common spiders that you might encounter on your crusade to rid your property of creepy crawlies. While some are harmless, others aren’t so much. Identifying the species is a crucial first step in spider extermination!