How to Keep Spiders Out of Your Bathroom

Have you ever wondered why spiders seem to gravitate towards your bathroom? It turns out that the unique environment of a bathroom—warm, humid, and often undisturbed—creates an ideal habitat for these eight-legged visitors. Here's how to deal with them effectively.

Why There Are Spiders in Your Bathroom

Since bathrooms tend to be the hottest, most humid areas of a home, spiders are attracted to them - especially bathtubs.

The spider in your bathroom is most likely searching for a water source. Spiders are drawn to bathtubs because they tend to accumulate water. Once spiders find a water source, they tend to set up shop there. Spiders will also be drawn to your bathroom if it contains numerous potted plants with moist soil.

Moisture and mildew attracts flies and other insects - which spiders eat. Since spiders use webs to catch their prey, weaving webs is essential for them. Because they prefer warm environments, bathrooms offer spiders a variety of perfect locations to build webs: ceiling corners, behind toilets, under sinks, and in unused bathtubs. An unused tub can also provide protection from predators.

During mating season, male spiders tend to wander into homes in search of female spiders.

How to Get Rid of Them

To keep spiders out of your bathroom, there are a few simple steps you can take.

There's a good chance that you have spiders in your tub because of dirt and residue. If you want to discourage spiders from nesting in your bathtub, start by cleaning it.

In fact, keep your entire bathroom clean. This means cleaning your floors, walls, and bathtub regularly. So, maintain a consistent cleaning routine.

If you clean your bathroom regularly and still see spiders, it is because they are reproducing. You will need to find the spider's nest and eliminate its eggs with vinegar. Mix equal parts of white vinegar and water in a spray bottle and spray the mixture directly on the spiders and webs. Spiders like to build their webs around plants and flowers and in corners and crevices. So, start your search there.

The openings in your walls, flooring, or ceiling are also perfect spots for spiders to squeeze through. Seal off any obvious cracks or openings. You may also opt to cover your drains at night. Use a silicone cover that clings to porcelain, so it is harder to move.

The Importance of Proper Pest Control

The importance of proper pest control cannot be overstated. When people run out of solutions, they may opt to use insecticides in their homes. However, exposure to pesticides may result in several negative health effects. Chronic exposure to some pesticides can even result in damage to the liver, kidneys, and endocrine and nervous systems.

When dealing with a pest infestation, the best course of action is to contact a reputable pest control company. Before you sign a contract, a quality company will assess your home and offer a comprehensive control program that outlines the chemicals to be used and a record of the services provided.