Two easy ways to keep spiders out of your home

Spider season begins at the end of summer in the UK06:02, 21 Aug 2026It's that time of year again when we start seeing more spiders appearing around our homes. The end of summer signals the start of spider season in the UK. It lasts until mid-October or November.‌Autumn marks the peak breeding period, when mature males leave their dark hideaways and webs to actively roam homes and buildings in search of female partners.‌Pest UK has shared some top tips for how to prevent spiders entering your home during the autumn and winter months. Most importantly, the two main things to ensure is that you keep your home clutter-free and vacuum regularly.‌Other ways you can avoid finding the unwanted guests dotted around your house are by using strong smells to deter them, as well as keeping windows clo