Keep spiders out this fall with these natural solutions
With the arrival of fall, spiders often appear in many homes. It's important to understand what attracts them and how to effectively prevent them from coming indoors. Traditional, natural methods are the best solutions.
8:21 PM EST, November 7, 2024
Spiders are quite diverse. Most of them seek refuge indoors, like the common house spider or cellar spider. At the end of summer and with the onset of fall, spiders often look for a place to overwinter.
What attracts spiders?
How do spiders get into homes? Although they are not attracted to light, many insects they feed on do react to home lighting.
Thus, spiders are drawn to places where they can hunt small insects or find food crumbs. Therefore, it's important to regularly vacuum, clean countertops, and dispose of spoiled food.
Natural ways to get rid of spiders
Home methods for getting rid of spiders are not only effective but also eco-friendly. One popular technique is using a spray made of water and vinegar or peppermint essential oil (spiders detest its smell). Simply spray it on window frames and sills, and spiders will stay away.
It's also beneficial to soak a cloth in lemon juice and wipe window frames with it. Few people know that chestnuts gathered during fall walks can be used since spiders cannot stand their aroma.
Plants that repel spiders
Mint, lemongrass, and eucalyptus are plants whose intense scents repel spiders. To prevent spiders and other insects from entering the home, plant them in pots on window sills. Additionally, install screens on windows.
