Seal cracks, gaps, and openings around doors, windows, vents, pipes, and the foundation
Install or repair door sweeps and weather stripping
Reduce outdoor lighting near entrances
Keep grass, shrubs, and mulch trimmed away from the house
Remove leaf litter, wood piles, rocks, and debris near the foundation
Store firewood away from the home and off the ground
Vacuum or sweep spiders, egg sacs, and webs indoors
Empty vacuum contents outside immediately
Use sticky traps along baseboards, corners, closets, and entry points
Reduce indoor clutter in basements, garages, and storage areas
Keep floors, corners, and storage spaces clean and dry
Fix leaks and reduce moisture in crawl spaces, basements, and bathrooms
Use a dehumidifier in damp areas
Inspect and shake out shoes, clothing, towels, and boxes before use
Move cardboard storage to sealed plastic bins
Apply a residual insecticide labeled for spiders around entry points and baseboards
Treat exterior perimeter areas where spiders enter
Follow all label directions when using pesticides
Call a licensed pest control professional for heavy or recurring infestations
Remove prey insects by controlling flies, ants, crickets, and other bugs indoors and outdoors