Long Island and Queens Spider Extermination and Pest Control

Spiders are generally good to have around, helping minimize the population of harmful insects around the home. The problem arises, however, when they negatively affect humans. The mere sight of a spider can be a real scare for some people. Aside from that, many spiders do bite humans and are poisonous, therefore it is a good idea to have a pest control company such as Top Quality Exterminating address your spider infestation in and around your residence or commercial property on Long Island or Queens, NY.

Identifying New York Spiders around Long Island and Queens

Spiders evoke both curiosity and horror in people of all ages, with their ability to appear suddenly out of nowhere on their fine silk lines. There are about 40,000 indentified spider species worlwide. Here is a list of some spiders found in Nassau, Suffolk and Queens County, NY:

• Fishing or Nursery Web Spiders: similar to wolf spiders with smaller eyes and legs. Fishing or nursery Web Spiders build a "nursery" web in vegetation. They guard their eggs and spiderlings
• Sac Spiders: Light colored spiders with noticebaly protruding spinneretsand dark fangs. These spiders are the only poisonous spiders in New York and have been known to resemble the Brown Recluse Spider.
• Black & Yellow Garden Spider: One of the largest spiders in New York. The adult female spider is much larger than the male spiders.
• Cellar Spiders: Extremely long, delicate legs with a narrow elongated body. These spiders are not poisonous, contrary to popular belief.
• American House Spider: The most common species of cobweb spider found around the home. Most cobweb spiders are identified by their large round and shiny abdomens, thin legs and a tendency to hang upside down. The Black Widow Spider is a cobweb spider.

Controlling a Spider Infestation around your Home or Commercial Property

The first step in controlling a spider infestation is to locate the infestation sites within a structure. Following the discovery of the location, homeowners may choose to vacuum these areas to remove webs and egg sacs. Outside, webs can be destroyed with the use of the water hose. The extermination of all other pests and insects, which act as food sources for most spiders, are an effective way to help control a spider infestation. As long as food is available, spider infestations will persist. The pest control technicians at Top Quality Exterminating, Long Island's premier pest control company, are trained to recognize spider infestations and are knowledgeable in determining the best course of action to control spiders and other pests around the home.

For effective spider extermination around your property and a FREE no-obligation quote from Top Quality Exterminating please complete our online form and one of our representatives will contact you. For faster service, please call 516-333-7570 in Nassau County, 631-225-5667 in Suffolk County or 718-347-4070 in Queens, NY.

Venomous Spiders Species

There are numerous venomous spiders that pose a serious threat to humans in the United States, with the Black Widow and Brown Recluse Spider being the most deadliest to humans. Currently, brown recluse spiders are found in the interior of roughly the southeastern quarter of the continental United States. According to numerous recent reports, Black Widow spiders are becoming more prevalent in and around New York City. Since a few people die each year from the bite of either of these two spiders, it's extremely important for any person who is bitten by one of these spiders to seek treatment immediately. In some cases, hospitalization may be necessary.

Ensuring your health and safety is our top priority and our technicians follow a strict set of guidelines, using products that are registered and approved by the Environmental Protection Association (EPA). Top Quality Exterminating technicians are registered and licensed with New York State and participate in continuing education programs.

Contact Top Quality Exterminating for your FREE no-obligation quote to protect your home and business today!