How To Get Rid Of Tarantulas

Tarantulas are large, intimidating spiders, but they are typically not aggressive and rarely pose a danger to humans. Still, most home and business owners prefer to remove them for comfort and safety reasons. Getting rid of tarantulas on your own requires a combination of exclusion, sanitation, and targeted control. Here’s how to get rid of unwanted tarantula spiders:

Eliminate Attractants and Shelter

Tarantulas are nocturnal hunters that seek quiet, dark places to hide during the day. Reduce their hiding spots by:

Removing clutter, boxes, and debris inside and outside your property.
Storing firewood, stones, and construction materials at least 20 feet away from buildings.
Keeping grass trimmed, bushes pruned, and vegetation away from foundations.
Reducing outdoor lighting, which attracts insects—the primary food source for tarantulas.

Seal Entry Points

Tarantulas often enter structures through cracks, gaps, and poorly sealed doors or windows. Inspect your property and:

Caulk gaps around window frames, siding, and foundation cracks.
Install door sweeps and weather stripping on exterior doors.
Repair torn window screens and gaps around utility lines or vents.

Remove Existing Spiders

If you spot a tarantula indoors, the safest DIY method is to gently trap and relocate it:

Place a clear container or jar over the spider.
Carefully slide a piece of stiff paper or cardboard underneath.
Carry it outside and release it far from your building (preferably in a natural area).
Avoid crushing tarantulas—they can leave behind eggs, and squashing them can attract scavenging insects.

Control Insect Prey

Tarantulas are drawn to areas with abundant insect activity. Reducing their food sources naturally discourages them from staying.

Use yellow or sodium vapor outdoor lights instead of white ones to reduce insect attraction.
Apply insecticides or traps for crickets, beetles, and roaches around the perimeter.
Keep garbage cans sealed and clean to limit insect breeding.

Apply Perimeter Treatments

For added protection, you can apply a residual insecticide labeled for spiders around the building’s perimeter, focusing on baseboards, foundations, and entryways.

Use a product containing bifenthrin, deltamethrin, or lambda-cyhalothrin.
Follow all safety directions on the label carefully.
Reapply as needed, typically every 60–90 days.

Maintain a Clean, Dry Environment

Tarantulas prefer cool, damp, and undisturbed spaces. Regular vacuuming, decluttering, and keeping basements and garages dry can make your property less appealing.

While these measures can help manage isolated tarantula sightings, persistent or recurring activity may indicate nearby burrows or a larger population—especially in warm, dry climates. In that case, our professional spider control is strongly recommended for safe, long-term elimination.

The Best Way To Get Rid Of Tarantula Spiders

Our professional spider control is the most effective and reliable way to eliminate tarantulas because we combine expert identification, advanced treatment methods, and preventive strategies that go far beyond what most property owners can safely or effectively do on their own. Tarantulas are resilient, reclusive spiders that can nest in hard-to-reach areas, making DIY control methods limited in long-term effectiveness. Here’s why hiring our professional pest control service is the best solution for getting rid of tarantulas:

Expert Identification and Inspection

Tarantulas often hide in burrows, crawl spaces, wall voids, and cluttered storage areas, making them difficult to locate. Our pest control professionals are trained to identify signs of tarantula activity, such as shed skins, burrow entrances, or webs in secluded locations. We also determine what’s attracting them—whether it’s insect prey, moisture, or structural gaps—and customize a treatment plan accordingly.

Targeted and Safe Treatment Methods

DIY sprays and store-bought insecticides often fail to reach tarantulas where they hide. Our professionals use specialized products and application techniques designed for spider control, including:

Residual insecticides that create a long-lasting protective barrier around your home or business.
Dust treatments for cracks, wall voids, and attics where tarantulas often hide.
Baiting and targeted insect control to reduce the prey population that attracts tarantulas in the first place.

Our professional-grade materials are more potent and longer-lasting than consumer products, yet are applied safely and precisely to minimize risk to people and pets.

Comprehensive Pest Management

Our professional pest control addresses the full ecosystem of your property, not just the visible spiders. Our technicians often treat for the insects that tarantulas feed on, such as crickets, beetles, and roaches. By cutting off their food supply, our professionals eliminate the reason tarantulas are drawn to your property in the first place.

Prevention and Long-Term Protection

Our experts don’t just eliminate existing spiders—we prevent future infestations. Our pest control professionals will:

Identify and seal potential entry points.
Recommend landscape and lighting adjustments that deter tarantulas.
Establish a maintenance schedule with perimeter treatments to keep spiders and insects from returning.

Safe Handling and Peace of Mind

Tarantulas are not typically aggressive, but their large size and defensive behavior can be intimidating. Our professionals have the equipment and experience to safely capture or remove spiders, including those hiding in high-risk or hard-to-reach areas. Home and business owners avoid the danger and stress of confronting or mishandling a large spider.

Tailored Solutions for Home or Business Settings

The needs of a commercial facility differ from a private residence. Our pest control team provides customized strategies depending on the environment—whether that means discreet treatments for an office or more robust exterior management for a large property.

Our professional spider control is the best way to get rid of tarantulas because we combine precise inspection, advanced tools, and expert knowledge to ensure complete removal and long-term prevention. This approach not only eliminates the current infestation but also protects your home or business from future spider problems, providing lasting peace of mind and a safer environment.

Get Rid Of Tarantulas With Miche Pest Control

Hiring our team of professionals at Miche Pest Control is an investment in long-term protection, expertise, and peace of mind. Here’s why:

Personalized Service and Local Expertise: We know the specific pest pressures in the area—such as seasonal rodent activity, regional ant species, or local termite threats. Our technicians understand the environment, climate, and building types common to the area, allowing them to provide targeted, effective treatments.
High-Quality, Comprehensive Solutions: As a full-service provider, we doe’t just treat surface problems; we address the root causes. From inspections and prevention to exclusion and ongoing maintenance, we deliver complete, integrated pest management (IPM) programs designed to both eliminate infestations and prevent future ones.
Accountability and Reliability: We live and die by our reputation. We rely on trust, referrals, and repeat business, meaning we're committed to doing the job right the first time and providing exceptional customer care.
Faster Response Times: We respond quickly to emergencies and schedule services sooner than large, national chains. Especially when you’re dealing with urgent pest issues like rodents or wasps, that speed matters.
Customized Treatment Plans: We tailor our services to your property’s specific needs instead of using one-size-fits-all chemical treatments. This results in safer, more effective pest control that minimizes environmental impact and reduces unnecessary pesticide use.
Highly Trained, Experienced Technicians: We invest in training, certification, and continuing education for our technicians. We stay current on the latest pest biology, control techniques, and safety standards.
Long-Term Prevention and Value: Our focus on providing quality service means fewer callbacks, longer-lasting protection, and better value over time. Instead of repeated, temporary fixes, you get strategic solutions that protect your home or business for the long run and provide better peace of mind.

Hiring our team means you get expertise you can trust, faster service, safer and more effective treatments, and long-term results that protect both your property and your peace of mind. Contact us today!