Wear gloves, long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes
Keep children and pets away from the area
Use a flashlight to inspect dark corners, garages, sheds, and cluttered spaces
Vacuum the spider and nearby webs using a vacuum with a disposable bag or sealed container
Empty or seal the vacuum contents immediately in an outdoor trash bin
Apply a labeled indoor spider insecticide directly to the spider and its hiding places, following the product instructions exactly
Use a residual insecticide around entry points, baseboards, cracks, and crevices if the label allows
Place sticky traps in corners, along walls, and behind stored items
Remove webs, egg sacs, and hiding spots with a long-handled tool
Seal cracks, gaps, vents, and openings to prevent more spiders from entering
Reduce clutter, stacked materials, and undisturbed storage areas
Keep outdoor lights off or use yellow bug lights to reduce insect attraction
Trim vegetation and move firewood, debris, and storage away from the home
Contact a licensed pest control professional for heavy infestations or hard-to-reach areas