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Types of Spider Problems
Black widow
Females of this species are venomous and are recognizable by their glossy black bodies and red hourglass markings. Males are smaller and browner in color, with a different set of markings. Male black widows do not bite, and despite their fearsome reputation, female black widows are not very aggressive, preferring to play dead instead of bite when possible. Females generally stay near their nest and egg sacs to defend it, so if you do see one, try to identify the nest. Black widows prefer dark, undisturbed spaces in garages, sheds, window wells, and woodpiles.
Wolf spiders
Compared to most common spiders, wolf spiders are relatively larger—about the size of a quarter—and hairy. They do not build webs, preferring to use their size and speed to hunt insect prey in the open. While their sudden appearance can be unnerving, they are not dangerous to people; however, infestations can be problematic.
Common house spiders
These web-weaving squatters love to hang out in quiet corners, window wells, and window frames, catching pests but leaving behind messy cobwebs.
Wood louse spider
These guys look pretty terrifying, with bulbous, tan abdomens, bright red bodies, and large jaws. However, they are non-venomous (the jaws help them pierce the armor of their favorite prey, the pill bug). They usually hang out under garden rocks but are also common in garages or sheds.
Grass spider
These spiders are similar in appearance to wolf spiders, but they are much smaller. They are commonly found in lawns, basements, and crawl spaces, especially in new housing developments that have turned up previously wild prairie and fields.