American House Spider

The American House Spider is:

• Small to medium-sized, ranging from 3-10 mm in length
• Brown or grey in color with mottled or chevron-like markings
• Has eight legs with a slightly rounded abdomen

Common House Spider Habitat:

• They are common in North America and can be found in dark, secluded areas of homes and offices
• They prefer corners, crevices, and other hard-to-reach places, making them difficult to detect

Common House spiders may enter homes and offices through:

• Cracks and gaps in windows, doors, and walls
• Vents and air conditioning ducts
• Pipes, faucets, and other utility openings
• Storage items like boxes or bags moved from the outdoors or garages
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Although American House Spiders are mostly harmless, they can cause the following issues:

• Produce unsightly and annoying webs in your home or office
• Cause fear and anxiety for those with a phobia of spiders
• In rare cases, bite humans causing mild irritation and itching
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To control the American House Spider in your home, follow these steps:

• Practice proper sanitation and cleaning techniques to reduce their food source (other bugs)
• Regularly vacuum and dust to remove webbing and potential prey
• Seal gaps and cracks in your home's structure to prevent entry
• Monitor for any visible infestations and address them as soon as possible
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To prevent and remove the American House Spider from your home:

• Use sticky traps or glue boards to catch them
• Utilize natural or commercial repellants, such as essential oils or pesticide sprays
• Enlist a professional exterminator if the infestation becomes too large to handle
  
  

Common Spiders Found in the United States of America:

• Black Widow Spider
• Brown Recluse Spider
• Wolf Spider
• Jumping Spider
• Orb Weaver Spider
• Yellow Sac Spider
• Daddy Long Legs
• Funnel Weaver Spider
• Hobo Spider