Spiders

Most spiders found in New Zealand homes are harmless, but species such as the katipo, white tail and redback spider can deliver painful bites, and the recently arrived noble false widow spider is raising concerns across the country. Beyond safety concerns, heavy webbing inside and outside the home is unsightly and can be difficult to keep on top of.

JAE treats both interior and exterior surfaces to reduce spider populations and prevent re-entry.

Most New Zealand spiders are harmless, but white-tailed spiders deliver a painful bite, and visible webs around eaves, fences, and outdoor lighting are unsightly and a sign of an active feeding population. Indoor sightings typically increase in autumn as spiders move inside, and some species establish in roof voids and garages where they can build up in large numbers.

JAE applies long-lasting residual spider sprays to the exterior walls, eaves, window frames, soffits, and other key surfaces where spiders hunt and build webs. The treatment knocks down existing populations and creates a residual barrier that continues to control new spiders moving through over several months. Webs in protected areas such as garages, sheds, and roof voids are treated as part of the same visit.

We will identify the species present and flag any of concern, and explain practical steps to reduce harbourage around the home — clearing leaf litter, trimming vegetation off the walls, and replacing outdoor bulbs with warmer light that attracts fewer prey insects.