Summer is just around the corner and that means people will be spending more time at the lake. Whether you're a weekend boater or a full-time lakefront homeowner, keeping your dock free of spiders is essential. These eight-legged pests can be pesky and dangerous, so your favorite pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks is sharing some tips on how to prevent them from taking over your dock.
Second, dock spiders are most active during the night and will come out to hunt when they’re not likely to be eaten by their main predator: birds. Their primary source of food? Flying insects. And what attracts those insects to hang around your dock? Lights! While keeping the blue location beacon light on at the end of the dock is necessary for safety reasons, the rest of the lights on your dock are just creating a buffet like dining experience for spiders. Or you can paint or block the light on the dock side to tremendously cut down on spiders. When not using your dock at night, keep lights turned off.
Finally, regular pest control can help to keep the spider population down. This may include hiring a professional pest control company at the Lake of the Ozark to spray insecticide around the perimeter of the dock. The good thing about hiring a professional is that we know what chemicals are safe to use around the lake that won’t be harmful to aquatic life. Plus our industrial grade insecticides are more potent, works faster and better, and lasts significantly longer than the products you can buy in stores.
By taking these steps, you can help to prevent spiders from setting up shop on your dock. If you want to keep spiders off your dock, contact A B Pest Control & Insulation for a consultation. Our team of experts can help you identify the type of spider and recommend an appropriate course of action. We also offer preventative services that can help reduce the likelihood of spiders setting up shop on your property in the first place. Contact us today to get started!
