Seal cracks and gaps around doors, windows, pipes, and foundations
Install or repair door sweeps and window screens
Reduce clutter in basements, garages, attics, closets, and storage areas
Store items in sealed plastic bins instead of cardboard boxes
Vacuum regularly, especially along baseboards, corners, and behind furniture
Shake out shoes, clothing, bedding, and towels before use
Keep beds away from walls and avoid letting bedding touch the floor
Remove webs, egg sacs, and spiders with a vacuum or broom
Use sticky traps along walls, under furniture, and in dark corners
Reduce outdoor lighting near entrances to limit insect prey
Keep firewood, debris, and mulch away from the home’s foundation
Trim vegetation and remove leaf litter near the house
Fix leaks and reduce moisture in crawl spaces, basements, and bathrooms
Control other insects that attract spiders
Wear gloves when moving stored items, wood, or debris
Use a licensed pest control professional for heavy infestations
Seek immediate medical care for any suspected brown recluse bite