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Spider Control Melbourne | Redbacks and Webs Cleared
Redbacks or webs around the house? We provide spider control Melbourne wide, same day where we can, de webbing and spraying. Call 0401 042 325 for a free quote.
- Licensed techniciansEvery job done by a licensed pest technician
- Written quote firstThe price in writing before any work starts
- Same day serviceCall before midday, treated the same day
- Kids and pets planClear safety steps before we treat
Spider treatment from $139 inc GST, whole outside from $179.
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Spider pest control prices in Melbourne
Starting prices for a standard home. The final price depends on the size of the house, how many storeys, and whether you want the inside treated as well. You get a clear written quote before any work starts.
- Targeted treatmentOne problem area, such as a pergola, shed or a single side of the house.from$139inc GST
- Full exterior treatmentMost bookedDe webbing and residual treatment around the whole outside of the home.from$179inc GST
- Exterior and interiorThe full exterior plus skirting, frames and wardrobes inside.from$259inc GST
What is spider control?
Spider control is removing webs and applying a residual treatment to the places spiders live and hunt, such as eaves, window frames, fences and sheds, so fewer spiders settle around your home.
Our spider control Melbourne service starts outside, because that is where most spiders live and breed. A licensed technician brushes down webs and egg sacs from the eaves, windows and doors, then treats the outside walls, fences, pergola and shed with a residual spray that keeps working for months. If spiders are coming inside, we treat skirting, door frames, wardrobes and the roof void as well.
- Targeted areaFrom $139 inc GST.
- Whole outsideFrom $179 inc GST, de webbing included.
- Inside and outsideFrom $259 inc GST.
- WhenSame day across Melbourne where we can.
Which spiders we treat around Melbourne homes
Most spiders are shy and help by eating flies and moths. The ones people call us about are the ones that bite, build messy webs near doors, or turn up in the bedroom. Here is how to tell them apart.
| Spider | How to spot it | Where it hides | Risk to people |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redback spider | Female about 10 mm, black with a red stripe on the back | Under outdoor furniture, letterboxes, pot plants, sheds and play equipment | Bite can cause severe pain and sweating. See a doctor straight away |
| White tail spider | Long, dark grey body with a white tip, 12 to 18 mm | Wanders inside at night, in bedding, towels and clothes on the floor | Bite is painful and red. Clean it and see a doctor if it gets worse |
| Black house spider | Dark, solid body, lacy funnel shaped webs | Window frames, brick walls, eaves and the corners of sheds | Bite can be painful with nausea. Main food for white tails |
| Huntsman spider | Large, flat and hairy, long legs, very fast | Under bark, behind curtains, in cars and roof spaces | Rarely bites. Startling more than harmful |
| Daddy long legs | Tiny body, very long thin legs | Ceiling corners, behind furniture, garages | Harmless to people, but leaves untidy webs |
| Garden orb weaver | Round body, big wheel shaped web | Across paths, between trees and fences in summer and autumn | Rarely bites. Webs across walkways are the main problem |
Signs your home needs spider pest control
A few spiders in the garden are normal. These signs mean they are breeding close to the house and it is time to book a treatment.
Webs back every morning
You brush the webs off the eaves, windows or front door and they are rebuilt overnight.
Egg sacs in corners
Small white or cream silk balls in window frames, under eaves and inside sheds and pergolas.
Redbacks near play areas
Redbacks under outdoor chairs, sandpits, toys, the letterbox or the kids play set.
White tails inside
White tail spiders on walls, in shoes or in the bed, usually after dark.
Lots of insects at night
Moths and flies around outside lights bring spiders in to feed.
Huntsman in the car or roof
Large huntsman spiders in the car, behind curtains or in the roof space.
Spraying for spiders, done properly
Spraying for spiders only works well when the webs come down first and the spray goes where spiders actually walk. This is what a full spider treatment for house and garden includes.
Look around first
We find where the spiders are, which kinds they are, and what is drawing them to the house.
De webbing
Webs and egg sacs are brushed down from eaves, gutters, windows, doors, fences and pergolas.
Outside residual spray
A residual spray goes on outside walls, eaves, frames, fences, sheds and outdoor furniture undersides.
Inside treatment
For spraying for spiders inside house areas, we treat skirting, door frames, wardrobes and corners.
Roof void and subfloor
Dust in the roof void and subfloor reaches spiders that hunt out of sight.
Aftercare advice
We tell you how long to leave the treated areas, when webs will stop and when to book again.
Spider treatment around children and pets
Spray is applied to walls, eaves and the hiding spots spiders use, not to lawns, toys or pet bedding. If someone is bitten by a redback, apply a cold pack and get medical help. For a severe reaction or trouble breathing, call 000.
Call 0401 042 325- Children and pets stay off treated areas until the spray has dried, usually two to four hours
- Move toys, pet bowls and pet bedding away from walls before we start
- Fish ponds and tanks are covered during the treatment
- Do not hose down the walls or eaves for at least a week
- Wear gloves when moving pots, bricks or garden furniture
The right time for spider control in Melbourne
Spiders are busiest when insects are busiest. Booking at the right time of year means fewer webs all summer.
| Season | What spiders are doing | Our advice |
|---|---|---|
| Spring, September to November | Eggs hatch and young spiders spread out | The ideal time for a full outside treatment |
| Summer, December to February | Redbacks and orb weavers at their peak, webs everywhere | Treat and de web, focus on outdoor living areas |
| Autumn, March to May | Huntsman and white tails move inside as nights cool | Add an inside treatment if they are coming in |
| Winter, June to August | Fewer spiders seen, black house spiders still active | A good time to treat sheds, garages and roof voids |
A spider exterminator Melbourne families can call
A spider catcher can move one huntsman out of the lounge. A spider exterminator deals with the webs, the egg sacs and the spiders you have not seen yet. Our spider control comes with this.
Licensed technicians
Every treatment is done by a licensed pest technician who knows Melbourne spiders.
Written price first
You get a clear written quote before any work starts.
Same day where we can
Call before midday and we can often treat the same day, 7 days a week.
Melbourne wide
Homes, units and townhouses across every Melbourne suburb.
Family and pet aware
Treatment planned around children, pets, play areas and veggie gardens.
Homes and businesses
Homes, strata common areas, childcare centres, offices and warehouses.
Spider control questions, answered
What Melbourne home owners ask us before booking spider pest control.
How much does spider control cost in Melbourne?
Spider control in Melbourne starts from $139 inc GST for one problem area such as a pergola or shed, from $179 for a full exterior treatment with de webbing, and from $259 for the outside plus skirting, frames and wardrobes inside. You get a clear written quote before work starts.
How long does a spider treatment last?
A full outside treatment usually keeps working for six to twelve months, depending on weather, sun and how much the walls are washed. Most Melbourne homes book once a year, in spring.
Will I still see spiders after spraying?
For a week or two, yes. Spiders that walk over treated surfaces die, and some come out of hiding as they do. New webs should stop within a few days. Huntsman spiders that wander in from bushland may still appear now and then.
What should I do if a redback bites someone?
Wash the bite, apply a cold pack and get medical help straight away. Do not use a tight bandage. If the person has trouble breathing, collapses or has a severe reaction, call 000.
Are white tail spiders dangerous?
White tail bites hurt and can cause redness and swelling. Research has not linked them to the flesh ulcers they were once blamed for, but see a doctor if the bite gets worse. Treating black house spiders, their main food, helps cut white tail numbers.
Is spraying for spiders inside house areas safe for pets?
Yes, when you follow the steps. Spray goes on skirting, frames and inside wardrobes, not on floors where pets lie. Keep pets out of treated rooms until the spray has dried, usually two to four hours.
Do you catch and move huntsman spiders?
A spider catcher or a jar and card works for one huntsman. If you keep finding them, we treat the eaves, roof void, sheds and trees close to the house where they shelter.
Can I spray for spiders myself?
Store sprays kill the spider they hit but do not last on brick, timber or render, and they miss egg sacs. A professional spider treatment uses a residual product made to keep working on outside walls for months.
Spider control in four steps
Most spider jobs are booked in one call and done the same or next day.
Tell us what you see
Use the form or call. Which spiders, inside or out, and how big the house is.
Get your price
We send a clear written quote, often with a same day time.
We treat the home
A licensed technician de webs and treats outside, and inside if needed.
Aftercare
We explain what to expect over the next two weeks and when to book again.
Spider control across Melbourne
We treat spiders in every Melbourne suburb. Tap your suburb to start a spider control quote.
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Treatments from $139 inc GST. Licensed technicians and a clear written quote before we start.