Proven Methods To Get Rid Of Spider Beetles And Keep Them Away

If you're seeing small, spider-like beetles hanging around in your basement, attic, or pantry, you may be dealing with spider beetles. They're known for their small heads, large bellies, and long legs, and can be yellow, brown, or red in color. Also, depending on the type, spider beetles can range in size from 2 to 5 millimeters in length. Spider beetles are not among the most common household pests, but they tend to exist in large numbers when they do find food sources in your home. The best way to get rid of these pests is to remove sources of food and sustenance. 

Spider beetles are known to eat and reproduce around a variety of food items. Among these include dried goods, such as beans, cornmeal, wheat, seeds, nuts, sugar, spices, and dried herbs. Ensuring that these are stored in sealed containers can help minimize the chances of attracting spider beetles and their ability to access them. Since these pests feed on numerous types of foods, such steps will need to be taken for all items you have in your house to ensure the best results. Once a food item is infested, throw it away immediately, and be on the lookout for pantry pests in the future. 

While keeping spider beetles away from food items is the best way to ensure they don't stick around your home, there are unfortunately many other potential things that attract these pests to consider. Rodents, other insects, and bats are among other possibilities, as spider beetles may be attracted to their droppings. Musty old fabrics in your attic or basement, such as those made from wool, are other places spider beetles like to hide. Additionally, they like dark and damp areas in your home, including places that may have water leaks, so it's important to address any such issues.

If you have a widespread spider beetle infestation, it may be helpful to contact a pest control expert for advice. Using spray pesticides inside your home can come with a range of harmful effects to your loved ones and pets. Another option is to use sticky traps designed to attract and trap spider beetles before they have a chance to crawl to other areas of your home. However, these techniques are not safe to use in food areas, such as pantries. Instead, it's best to follow up removing infested food items with a thorough vacuuming to dispose of these small pests.