The beginning of autumn brings lovely seasonal changes, but the onset of spider season is not one of them. Whilst the leaves are bursting into colour, these eight-legged creatures will be making themselves known. The spiders that live in and around our homes are becoming more apparent as they seek out a mate.
Our homes are all the more appealing as the cold draws in and the creatures seek warmth. To deter these uninvited guests, there are some simple steps to make your home less appealing and more difficult to invade. With spider mating season set to continue through the month of October, the experts at the Flooring Hut put together five useful tips for keeping pests out of your home this fall.
One measure involves fragrances that spiders detest that smell rather nice to us. How to keeping spiders out of your home this autumn Paul Brewster, the CEO of Flooring Hut, said: "Autumn is reportedly the most common time for spiders to enter UK homes, especially from September to October as male spiders seek mates and warmth. During this time, you will most likely notice more spiders in your home.
Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do to keep spiders out." Read on for Paul's tips on how to deter spiders from your home. Regular sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping your floors can remove any food sources or webs that might attract spiders.
If you have carpets, be sure to deep clean them regularly to eliminate any eggs or pests that may have taken up residence. Spiders can en.