Black widows are easy to recognize by their shiny black bodies and the red hourglass marking on the underside of the abdomen. They tend to hide in quiet, sheltered areas like garages, sheds, woodpiles, crawl spaces, and under patio furniture. Instead of neat orb webs, they build messy, irregular webs close to the ground.

The main reason homeowners seek black widow pest control is the risk tied to their venom. Bites are uncommon, but they can be serious, especially for kids, older adults, and pets. If black widows are left alone, they can continue settling into dark corners around the property and build up in hidden areas over time.

Professional black widow pest control helps target the places these spiders like most. At BRD Pest Solutions, treatments focus on web zones, harborage areas, and other hidden spots where black widows may nest. We also help address the conditions that attract them, making it easier to keep them from coming back.

FAQs

How do I identify a black widow spider?
Black widows are shiny black spiders with a red hourglass marking on the underside of the belly.

Where do black widows hide?
They often hide in garages, sheds, woodpiles, under patio furniture, and other dark, quiet areas.

Are black widow bites dangerous?
Yes, they can be serious, especially for children, older adults, and pets.

What kind of web does a black widow make?
Black widows build messy, irregular webs, usually near ground level.