DIY PEST CONTROL GUIDE · KEVIN BENTLEY
PREVENTION FIRST · 20+ YEARS OF FIELD EXPERIENCE
Spiders and Occasional Invaders
Check window frames, basements, garages, and cluttered corners. Remove webs safely, reduce indoor insect prey, seal cracks, repair screens, and limit clutter. Do not handle spiders you cannot identify.
Homeowner inspection checklist
- Identify where the activity is occurring
- Look for entry points, food, water, and shelter
- Correct conditions that attract pests
- Monitor whether activity improves
- Contact a licensed professional when the problem persists or presents a safety risk
Earwigs, millipedes, and centipedes
These occasional invaders often appear where moisture and shelter are available. Check damp mulch, leaf litter, foundation gaps, basement humidity, and poorly fitting doors. Remove debris, improve drainage, and repair screens and weatherstripping. Use gloves when moving stored items and do not handle unidentified spiders.
Safety: Educational information only. Wear task-appropriate protection and always follow pesticide labels and local regulations.
