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I have a terrible spider problem within the home and can use some good advice on how I can rid my home of these pests.I don't mind them being in the garden, but in the home is getting on the last nerve.I've been biten once already and now it's war.
Ivy 2003,

I have always loved spiders and am not intimidated by them! When i was a kid i used to capture them and feed them. Sounds like a boy,huh!!! LOL!
If i had a spider problem in my home, the first thing i would do is kill them... via a professial pest control company or by spraying myself (u can buy some pre-mixed concoctions at most reputable garden centers).Not only would i spray the the interior, but i would spray the exterior (along the foundation) and under the house as well.
Secondly, i would make sure my house was "sealed" tight. When i say "sealed" tight, i mean make sure any areas around pipes, vents, doors, etc where spiders can enter should be chaulked and sealed.Go to Home Depot and buy some cheap latex chaulk. For areas that are visible, u might have to use clear sealant. U will be doing yourself a favor because u will not only be stopping spiders and other bugs from entering, but u will be cutting down on air drafts, which will save u in the long run on your heating and cooling bills!
I "sealed" my home a couple years ago. We live in a heavily wooded area and are constanly battling scorpians! They are not very big (1 and1/2 inches), but they will sting like a bee! I know, i got stung in bed one evening!!!! Since "sealing" my house up, we have not had nearly as many problems with pests!
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Look into boric acid. Harmless to put around. However, I think they might not like it. Check it out maybe. It comes in peices of chalk looking things that you just leave where they like to go.