Our 6 Tips for Proofing Your Home From Spiders
Spiders are a normal part of Aussie life, especially as the weather warms up. While most are harmless, nobody wants them setting up camp inside. With a few simple steps, you can make your home far less appealing to spiders and reduce the chance of them coming indoors.
Here’s your easy guide to spider-proofing your home.
1. Seal Entry Points
Spiders can squeeze through surprisingly small gaps. Check and seal:
- Gaps around doors and window frames
- Tears or openings in fly screens
- Cracks in brickwork or external walls
- Openings around pipes, cables, or vents
Use silicone sealant, door sweeps, and weather strips to block common entry spots.
2. Reduce Clutter (Inside & Outside)
Clutter gives spiders perfect hiding places. Keep things tidy by:
- Removing old boxes, bags, newspapers, and piles of clothing
- Organising sheds, garages, and spare rooms
- Keeping items away from exterior walls
- Avoiding piles of wood, toys, or tools stacked around the home
Fewer hiding spots = fewer spiders.
3. Keep Your Home Clean
Cleaning helps eliminate insects (spider food) and gets rid of webs. Focus on:
- Vacuuming cobwebs regularly
- Dusting ceilings, corners, and behind furniture
- Wiping down benchtops and surfaces
- Reducing crumbs and spills
- Cleaning window tracks and door frames
A clean home is far less inviting for spiders and other bugs.
4. Manage Outdoor Lighting
Bright outdoor lights attract insects… which attracts spiders. Reduce this by:
- Using yellow “bug-safe” globes
- Switching lights off when not needed
- Using motion-sensor lights
- Keeping porch and outdoor lighting minimal at night
Less insect activity means fewer spiders hanging around.
- 5. Trim Vegetation Away From the House
Spiders love garden areas and plants touching the home. Keep vegetation trimmed:
- Prune bushes, shrubs, and vines touching walls
- Trim branches hanging close to the roofline
- Keep garden beds slightly away from the house
A clear perimeter makes it harder for spiders to wander inside.
6. Consider a Professional Treatment
Even with great maintenance, spiders still increase during warmer months. A professional spider treatment:
- Targets common nesting areas
- Creates a protective barrier around the home
- Reduces spider activity for months
- Is ideal for homes near bushland or with ongoing issues
Take Your Spider Protection Further
At Squishem Pest Supplies, we stock pro-grade DIY spider control products so you can protect your home using the same quality trusted by professionals.
Prefer to leave it to the experts? You can also book a full professional spider treatment through our partners at Gippsland Pest Management, ensuring safe, effective, long-lasting results.
