Preparing for Spiders in Washington State This Spring and Summer

Black widow spider hanging from a branch showing its shiny black body and red hourglass marking, one of the venomous spiders in Washington state

Spring in Washington state means longer days, warmer nights, and more bugs. And where bugs go, spiders follow. If you live in the Olympia area, you have probably already noticed a few more webs showing up around your porch, garage, or garden beds as the weather shifts. Spiders in Washington state become much more active…

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Big House Spider? Save These Pro Identification and Control Tips

big house spider

If you live in Olympia or the surrounding South Puget Sound area, you have probably seen a big house spider at least once inside your home. These spiders move quickly, grow large, and often appear during late summer and fall when the weather changes and insects head indoors. Their size can be alarming, but most…

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What Are These Mini Red Spiders in My Home?

mini red spiders

If you’ve noticed tiny red bugs crawling on your windowsills, walls, or siding, you’re not alone. These mini red spiders are not actually spiders at all. Most of the time, homeowners see clover mites, a type of small mite that shows up in large numbers, especially in spring. While they aren’t dangerous, they can become…

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