Yes, spider treatments reduce webs because the treatment gets rid of spiders before they can build new webs. But existing webs still need to be removed as part of the service.
If your patio, deck, or home exterior is covered in spider webs, you’re probably hoping that a professional treatment can just make them…go away. The reality is a little more nuanced, but the end result is still what you’re looking for: fewer spiders, and fewer webs going forward.
Professional spider treatments work by applying barrier spray to areas where spiders often rest. That is, under eaves, around windows and doors, patio furniture, fence lines, and the corners of outdoor structures. When spiders come into contact with treated surfaces, they die. This means that over time, as the spider population decreases, you find fewer webs around.
The spray itself won’t dissolve existing webs, though. Spider webs are made of a protein-based silk that’s surprisingly durable and resistant to the weather. A web that’s already been built will remain in place even after the spider that created it is dead. This is why spider treatment service includes the physical removal of spider webs. This is usually done with brushes or high-pressure water.
The good news is that once the treatment takes effect, you’ll see far fewer new webs appear. Spiders build webs daily when the conditions are right, so if you’ve been dealing with constant web accumulation, the difference after treatment is striking. Within a week or two, areas that used to be covered in fresh webs every few days will remain clear.
If you’re a Hampton Roads homeowner and you’re tired of walking into spider webs, you should know that Mosquito Squad of Hampton Roads' outdoor pest control services include targeted spider treatments. As part of comprehensive barrier protection, professional technicians will remove existing webs and apply treatments that keep spiders from rebuilding in the treated areas. Once the initial treatment is complete, you can look forward to regular retreatment. That way, you can enjoy the benefits of spider control alongside mosquito and tick protection all season long.
