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Question from Lisa

I have killed 2 brown recluse spiders in my home in the last couple of days. I’m so afraid there may be more and that one of my children will be bitten by a very poisonous spider. Do you know of any way to safely rid my home of these creatures? My husband put poison under the house where he thinks they may be nesting, but I’m scared of what may already be inside. I don’t like the idea of “bombing” the house — is there any other option?

Thank you!

Debra’s Answer

There are some tips about spiders at Q&A: Domestic Spider Treatments, but I understand your question is about eradicating a poisonous spider from your home to keep your children safe.

Readers, any suggestions?

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