Why Spiders Are Invading Your Home (and How to Keep Them Away Naturally)

 

They appear without warning, clinging to the living room wall or lurking in a corner of the ceiling. Some are tiny, others much more impressive… Why do spiders invite themselves into your home? And above all, how can you chase them away without turning your daily life into a constant hunt?

Contrary to popular belief, spiders are not attracted to dirt or human food. They are not there to share your meal, but rather to hunt  their own prey .

 Looking for insects

If you have mosquitoes, flies, or other small insects in your home, spiders will flock to you like a cat at the smell of a bowl of milk. They settle wherever they can easily feed.

 An ideal refuge

With the arrival of autumn or a drop in temperature, they seek a dry, quiet, and sheltered place to take refuge. Your home then becomes a perfect little shelter.

 Unsuspected entrances

They enter through open windows, cracks in walls, or even bags and cardboard boxes. It’s a bit like a surprise guest finding an open door.

How to Keep Spiders Away Naturally

Good news: there are several  natural, non-toxic ways  to scare them away without killing them unnecessarily.

 Simple and effective repellents

• White vinegar  : sprayed around windows and doors, its smell repels spiders.
• Peppermint essential oil  : Dilute a few drops in water and spray in corners of the house.
• Chestnuts  : placed at entrances, they release a natural substance that spiders hate.

 Housework, your best ally

Regular vacuuming in corners, behind furniture, or along baseboards is often enough to dislodge them. Removing their webs will discourage them from settling.

How to limit their presence in the long term

 

Block the accesses

Check the condition of window seals, install mosquito nets, and seal cracks in walls or around pipes. It’s like closing the shutters to keep out mosquitoes: simple, but incredibly effective.

 Turn off unnecessary outdoor lights

Light attracts insects, which in turn attract… spiders. Reducing this light-dependent food chain can greatly limit nighttime visits.

 Tidy up cluttered areas

Piles of cardboard boxes, clothes, or forgotten items are prime hiding places. The less shelter you provide, the less likely they are to remain.

Should we be afraid of spiders?

Most spiders found in France are  harmless . They don’t bite and avoid humans. Better yet, they help balance your home by regulating the population of harmful insects. It’s a bit like having a pantry protected from flies and mosquitoes!

Conclusion: cohabitation or prevention?

Spiders aren’t our enemies, but we might prefer to keep them outside. With a few simple steps, you can maintain a healthy and peaceful home without the need for violent intervention.

And if a spider crosses your path again, tell yourself that it’s just passing through… or that it’s discreetly doing you a favor!