Why you shouldn’t hoover up spiders with your vacuum as spider invasion hits UK homes
Many homeowners will look to vacuum spiders
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Homeowners might notice an increase in spiders in their property over the next few weeks.
Spiders typically invade homes as the seasons start to change and September marks the official start of mating season.
If spiders do creep into the home, many will reach for their vacuum in a bid to get rid of them quickly.
However, this might not be the best option for a couple of reasons.
Spiders can help get rid of pests inside and outside
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Vacuuming a spider is also not guaranteed to kill it, although it is incredibly likely.
Most spiders will die either immediately as they are pulled down the tube, or they will suffocate or die from thirst inside the bag.
If using a bagless vacuum, however, the spider has a better chance of surviving so it's not completely gone.
If the spiders die in the vacuum, this is also not ideal.
Spiders have a lot of benefits and uses in the home. For one, they can eat and get rid of other pests such as ants or flies.
Spiders can also be useful in the garden and keep crop-killing insects from destroying your hard work outside.
Homeowners who want to get spiders out of their property should try to keep them alive, capturing them with a glass and a bit of paper and releasing them outside.
Using deterrents is also a great way to keep spiders from making their way inside to begin with.
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Spiders can deal with pests such as ants and flies
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How to keep spiders out of the home
Spiders are drawn to messy spots where they can hide, so keeping the home clean and free of clutter will deter them.
There are also some good natural repellents such as cedar wood, mint or citrus.
Putting these at entry points like windows and doors can make spiders less likely to venture inside.