Spiders

Spiders in San Diego

Most spiders around San Diego homes are harmless, but a few, like the black widow, can deliver dangerous bites. Spiders follow their food, so a spider problem often points to other insects nearby.

Common Spiders in San Diego

• Black widow spiders: shiny black spiders with a red hourglass that web in garages, sheds and woodpiles.
• Brown recluse spiders: brown spiders with a violin-shaped mark that hide in closets, boxes and attics.
• Orb-weaver spiders: garden spiders that spin large, round webs between plants, eaves and porch lights.

Signs and Causes

Webs in corners and eaves, egg sacs and spiders in stored boxes are signs of an established population.

When to Call a Professional

If you keep seeing spiders or the problem keeps coming back, it is time for a professional inspection. Harbor Pest Control has helped San Diego families since 1948.