Overview
- Falling temperatures send spiders and other insects into living spaces, with most house spiders harmless and suitable for capture-and-release.
- Physical barriers such as window screens, sealing gaps, thorough cleaning, and airtight food storage reduce entry points and attractants.
- Specialists recommend pheromone traps and targeted baits or gels to disrupt breeding and limit exposure, reflecting a shift toward ecological controls.
- Consumer advisors caution that many insect sprays contain pyrethroids, which can severely poison cats and act as neurotoxins in humans, favoring non‑aerosol options instead.
- Bedbug cases often start via luggage or used goods, prompting calls for swift treatment by certified pest-control firms with verified credentials.