Halloween’s Only Room for Fake Webs
Plastic spiders? Cute.
Real ones crawling out of the corner? Not so much. 😬
Every fall, as temperatures cool and insects move indoors, spiders follow their food sources — and that means they often end up inside Utah homes. While some are harmless, others can be downright creepy (and even dangerous).
At Elevate Pest Control, we help homeowners reclaim their space from unwanted eight-legged visitors — safely, effectively, and without the scare factor.
🕸️ Common Utah Spiders to Watch For
Knowing what you’re dealing with is the first step to effective control. Here are a few of the most common spiders in Utah:
🕷️ Black Widow Spiders
Recognized by their shiny black bodies and red hourglass marking, black widows prefer dark, undisturbed areas like garages, crawl spaces, and sheds. Their bite is venomous and can cause serious pain and muscle cramps.
🕷️ Hobo Spiders
Brown and fast-moving, hobo spiders are often mistaken for brown recluses (which are rare in Utah). They build funnel-shaped webs and usually stay near basements or foundation cracks.
🕷️ Wolf Spiders
Large, hairy, and intimidating — but not venomous. Wolf spiders are hunters and can sometimes wander indoors while chasing prey.
🧹 How to Keep Spiders Out This Fall
You don’t need to live with spiders — a few smart steps can keep them from making themselves at home:
- Seal cracks and gaps around doors, windows, and foundation walls.
- Reduce clutter in basements, garages, and storage areas.
- Vacuum webs and egg sacs regularly — especially in corners and ceilings.
- Turn off outdoor lights at night (they attract insects, which attract spiders).
- Schedule regular pest control treatments to keep insect populations — and spiders — under control.
👻 Safe and Effective Spider Treatments
Our licensed technicians at Elevate Pest Control use targeted treatments to eliminate spiders where they live and breed. We focus on long-term prevention by addressing both the spiders and the insects they feed on, ensuring your home stays pest-free even after Halloween has passed.
All our products are family- and pet-safe, and we always take a thorough, eco-conscious approach to pest control.
🕷️ Say Goodbye to Real Spiders This Halloween
This spooky season, let’s keep the cobwebs on your porch fake and festive — not real and creepy.
📞 Call Elevate Pest Control today to schedule your professional spider inspection and treatment. Our experts will help you enjoy a worry-free, web-free home this fall.
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