Common to the Northwestern United States, the hobo spider is just as unwanted as its name implies. This spider first originated in Europe, and has since traveled to six states within the U.S. by hitching a ride on human travelers. These critters like to nest in dark, damp places of your home and can often be found garages or basements. They can also be found in other dark places such as behind furniture, between boxes, or under radiators. Finding one of these usually causes quite a fright: these spiders measure over an inch long! So, if you have unfortunately stumbled upon a hobo spider, what should be done? The first step in Middleton spider control is identification.
Hobo spiders can be hard to identify, because to most people they look — well — like a spider! Even more trained professionals can struggle to identify these spiders, though, because they have a coloring and size similar to other spider species such as the wolf spider and brown recluse spider. Here are the main identifying characteristics of hobo spiders. If your creepy-crawler matches these specifications, you may be dealing with a hobo spider.
- Color: light brown to medium brown with darker stripe down center
- Shape: oblong abdomen
- Legs: eight
- Size: 1 to 2 inches
- Legs: evenly colored with no rings
Because this spider’s appearance is fairly similar to that of other spiders, it is often best to consult with a pest control agent to determine if you are actually dealing with a hobo spider. It is important to properly identify your spider, especially if you are attempting to remove it on your own. Hobo spiders can bite, and those bites can not only be painful, but in some cases lead to other symptoms such as skin infection, headache, nausea, weakness, fatigue, and vision impairment. If you are bitten by a hobo spider, you should contact your health provider for treatment. Because of the dangers inherent in a hobo spider’s bite, it is best to leave Middleton spider control to a local pest control company.
Each home is different, and as such, each hobo spider problem should be addressed and dealt with in different ways. At Get Lost Pest Control, we determine the best plan of action to eliminate your spiders and ensure they do not return. If you are facing a Middleton spider control issue, contact us today and find out how our fast service and knowledgeable technicians can help.
