For a lot of us, spiders are among the creepiest things we can expect to find crawling around the house, short of inviting the Addams Family over for dinner. These little critters aren’t there to hurt us and are probably looking for food or safety. But even so, many people would agree that these eight-legged…
Run a Dehumidifier
Spiders are drawn to humid environments — there’s a reason the itsy-bitsy spider was crawling up the water spout in that famous nursery rhyme. This makes dehumidifiers ideal for keeping them at bay. By removing the moisture from the air, dehumidifiers create a dry environment that spiders find less hospitable. Consider running one in your bathroom, basement, garage, or anywhere else moisture may build and spiders may gather.
Spray Peppermint Oil
Due to its pungent aroma, peppermint oil is a fantastic natural spider repellent. Just fill a spray bottle with water and add a dash of liquid dish soap and about five to 10 drops of peppermint oil. Then, spray the mixture in any areas where spiders might enter your home, such as underneath doorways or along windowsills. The oil’s strong scent will deter spiders, prompting them to seek refuge elsewhere. Keep in mind that peppermint oil is toxic to pets when ingested or inhaled, so consider alternative methods if you have dogs or cats at home.
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Scatter Cedarwood
Both cedarwood chips and cedarwood oil work similarly to peppermint oil, as their pungent aroma keeps spiders away. Place a few cedarwood chips (or shavings) in various areas around your home, such as in an undisturbed corner of a closet or along a kitchen windowsill. This will deter spiders from making a home in your home. Just make sure to replace the cedarwood chips as needed once they start to lose their pungency.
These are only a few of the many tips you can use to transform your personal space into an inhospitable environment for spiders. And don’t worry, because you won’t be hurting the creatures at all. You’ll just be telling them to spend the night elsewhere.
