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Gaston County is home to both brown recluse and black widow spiders. We eliminate dangerous species from your home and reduce overall spider populations around your property.
Call (980) 305-5451The Charlotte metro sits within range of both brown recluse and black widow spiders. Gastonia's older homes with basements, crawl spaces, and storage areas provide ideal habitat. While most spiders are harmless, these two require professional treatment.
Tan-brown with violin mark. Found in undisturbed areas — closets, storage boxes, behind furniture, in basements. Common in older Gaston County homes. Bites cause necrotic lesions requiring medical care.
Shiny black with red hourglass. Found in garages, sheds, woodpiles, crawl spaces. Builds messy webs close to ground. Bites cause severe pain and muscle cramps — seek medical attention.
Large, hairy hunting spiders. They enter Gastonia homes in fall seeking warmth. Scary-looking but not dangerous — bites comparable to bee stings.
Various species building webs in corners and closets. Beneficial (they eat other pests) but can become nuisance when populations are high.
1. Inspection: Identify species, locate webs and harborage. Sticky traps monitor brown recluse populations.
2. Treatment: Direct treatment of webs, egg sacs, and hiding areas. Thorough coverage of storage areas for venomous species.
3. Perimeter Protection: Exterior treatment around foundation, doors, windows, and eaves.
4. Prevention: Advice on clutter reduction, woodpile management, and lighting adjustments.
Professional treatment reduces spider populations and eliminates dangerous species from your home.
📞 (980) 305-5451