When I moved into my old house it looked like a giant spider web everywhere. I used the vacuum to vacuum up what I could, then I caulked all along the crown moulding at the ceiling and along the baseboards.... and then did all around the windows. It worked, rarely get one.
I use Ortho Home Defense perimeter spray, inside and out, a couple of times per year. It's non-toxic to people and pets once dry, but it keeps insects from crossing it for months.
Hi Brenda - We use this spray in conjunction with our swiffer and in addition to be a great duster spray, it helps to keep spiders and other buggies at a minimum. Hope this helps! Hugs, Holly
I have the thin bodied spiders with the long legs in my kitchen, they make webs in the cabinets, from the cabinet to different appliances. How do I get rid of them an...
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Thought I read/saw in your column "that Borax rids spiders & insects around your house". I did read it but now I can't find where it was. Please reply.
Here's a link where you can get some tips. I don't mind spiders as long as they stay outdoors!
https://housewifehowtos.com/clean/get-rid-spiders-home/
These work really well for all insects: https://amzn.to/2Q3MvAt
You should find where in your home they are entering as well.
Hope this Helps! Jeremy - https://do-daddy.com
Here are some good tips for you, Brenda: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQ-wRJywFcI
When I moved into my old house it looked like a giant spider web everywhere. I used the vacuum to vacuum up what I could, then I caulked all along the crown moulding at the ceiling and along the baseboards.... and then did all around the windows. It worked, rarely get one.
Brenda: maybe these will help
https://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/how-to-get-rid-of-spiders/
https://www.domyown.com/how-to-get-rid-of-spiders-a-497.html
I used a professional bug spray a few times after we moved in, and since then I spray once a year to keep them out.
I use Ortho Home Defense perimeter spray, inside and out, a couple of times per year. It's non-toxic to people and pets once dry, but it keeps insects from crossing it for months.
Hi Brenda - We use this spray in conjunction with our swiffer and in addition to be a great duster spray, it helps to keep spiders and other buggies at a minimum. Hope this helps! Hugs, Holly
https://pinkfortitude.com/swiffer/
PS - We have a FREE eBook with recipes for all of my homemade and all-natural cleaners. You can download it here --> https://pinkfortitude.com/thank#GreenClean
You’ll likely not be able to keep all spiders out but try sealing up and caulking wherever possible.