In Arizona, it’s pretty common to come across wolf spiders—especially in places like Phoenix, Gilbert, and Mesa. These spiders are dark brown, hairy, and fast. Unlike house spiders, these arachnids don’t spin webs to catch their food. Instead, they hunt for crickets, cockroaches, and other bugs, using their excellent eyesight and speed.
If you’re dealing with a spider problem, here’s how to get rid of wolf spiders and stop them from coming back.
Key Takeaways
- Wolf spiders come inside when they find crickets or cockroaches so removing other pests helps stop spider problems.
- Cracks in garages, basements, and closets let spiders in so sealing entry points with caulk helps keep them out.
- Leaf litter woodpiles and clutter give spiders places to hide so cleaning inside and outside helps prevent infestations.
- Peppermint oil may help but calling professional pest control is the best way to get rid of wolf spiders.
1. Get Rid of Their Food Source
Wolf spiders go where the food is. If you’ve got crickets, cockroaches, or other insects around your home, they will be close behind.
One of the best ways to handle a wolf spider infestation is to deal with the other pests first. Pest control services can treat your home to get rid of these bugs, cutting off the food source for spiders and helping with other pest problems too.
2. Seal Up Entry Points Into Your Home
Do wolf spiders come inside? Yes, and they often get in through small cracks and gaps around doors, windows, and the foundation.
Common entry points include garages, basements, attics, and closets. To spider-proof your home, take a close look around your home and seal any crevices with caulk.
This doesn’t just help with spider control. It also helps with termite control and keeping other pests out.
3. Clean Up Woodpiles, Leaf Litter, and Yard Clutter
Outside, wolf spiders like to hide in leaf litter, woodpiles, and other quiet, dark places. These hiding spots make great homes for them—and for other spider species like tarantulas and jumping spiders.
If you want to start preventing wolf spiders from hanging out in your yard, clean up those areas. Keep woodpiles away from your house and clear out debris regularly.
4. Tidy Up Indoor Spaces Like Closets and Attics
Inside your home, wolf spiders look for calm, dark places to hide. You’ll often find them in attics, closets, basements, and garages. Keeping these spots clean and organized helps reduce spider activity.
Vacuum often to pick up spiderlings, egg sacs, and dirt. Store things in plastic bins instead of cardboard boxes to limit hiding places.
If you’re still seeing spiders, calling a professional pest control company is a smart move.
5. Try Peppermint Oil to Keep Spiders Away
Some homeowners in Arizona use peppermint oil to keep spiders out. In one study, peppermint oil reduced spider activity for a short time, but it didn’t stop spiders from coming back.
While this natural method doesn’t solve a serious infestation, it may help with spider control. Mix 10-15 drops of peppermint oil with a cup of water in a spray bottle and spray it near doors, windows, and other places where spiders might enter.
6. Call a Professional Exterminator
If you’re seeing a lot of spider activity—or if you’ve come across dangerous ones like black widow or brown recluse spiders—it’s time to call a professional.
At Green Home Pest Control, we help homeowners in Phoenix, Gilbert, Mesa, and nearby areas get rid of wolf spiders and other pests quickly and safely.
Our trained exterminators can identify the types of spiders in your home, treat the problem, and help with long-term pest management. We also offer services for other pests like bed bugs, termites, and cockroaches.
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