Redbacks are the spider that worries families in Brisbane the most. The females are black with a red or orange stripe down the back, and they sit in untidy, tangled webs in dry, sheltered spots near the ground. Kids' toys, outdoor chairs, pot plants, letterboxes and the gaps under steps are all common places to find them.
Redback spider treatment focuses on finding and treating those spots. The crew we book searches the yard, sheds, carports and under the house for webs and egg sacs. Egg sacs are round, cream to pale brown and about the size of a pea. The crew removes webs and sacs they can reach, then treats the sheltered corners with a residual spray so returning or newly hatched spiders cross treated surfaces.
- Search of outdoor furniture, pot plants and letterboxes
- Checks of sandpits, cubby houses and play equipment
- Sheds, carports and underhouse storage
- Removal of reachable webs and egg sacs
- Residual treatment of cracks, corners and crevices
Redbacks are busiest from late spring through to early autumn. If you have young children or pets that spend time outside, booking before the summer holidays is a good idea. During the treatment, keep children and animals away from the areas being sprayed until everything is dry.
After the visit, get into the habit of shaking out gloves, boots and shoes left outside, and wear gloves when moving stored gear. Check the underside of outdoor chairs and the letterbox every few weeks over summer, since these are the spots redbacks tend to return to first. We give you upfront pricing on the phone before booking. To book redback spider treatment in Brisbane, call 07 3543 7772 and we will find a nearby crew.
