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How do I get rid of tarantulas in my house?
My house is overrun with tarantulas! I see them every night and I’m concerned for my safety. I’m terrified that the nasty little creatures will bite me while I’m sleeping! How can I get the tarantulas out of my house?
Patrick Price · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I’m so sorry to hear that you’re dealing with tarantulas. Given their enormous size, tarantulas can be pretty frightening—especially if you have arachnophobia. Here’s what you can do to get rid of the tarantulas in your house:
- Remove their habitat: Tarantulas are shy and like to build their home in dark corners. Keep your house and yard clean and free of vegetation, debris, and rotting wood.
- Spray insect repellent: Regularly spray areas where the tarantulas are likely to nest (dark shadowy places) with either Cypermethrin or Bifenthrin.
- Seal up your house: Like any pest, tarantulas have to get into your house somehow. Check for cracks or gaps in your home’s exterior. Replace any window or door screens that have tears.
- Hire a professional exterminator: If you don’t mind spending the money, hiring a professional is always the most sure-fire way to get rid of pests.
Following these steps should help you get rid of the tarantulas in your house. That said, spiders are part of an insect ecosystem. If you remove the tarantulas from your home and yard, you’ll likely see an increase in other insects.
It’s also important to know that tarantulas aren’t actually dangerous. Despite their large size, they are pretty afraid of humans and will avoid us if they can. Their bites may hurt, but typically they aren’t poisonous.
Being a homeowner means defending your home from all manner of threats, not just tarantulas. Make sure your home is properly protected by periodically comparing different
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