Spider Eggs: Identification & Effective Removal

For many, spiders are the stuff of nightmares. Fortunately, the most common spiders found in homes—like American House Spiders, Daddy Long Legs, and Hobo Spiders—pose minimal risk to you and your family. Unfortunately, there are thousands of spider species in the United States, and some, like the Brown Recluse and Black Widow, can be dangerous. 

If you’ve landed here, chances are you’re already dealing with a spider problem. Don’t worry—Catchmaster is here to help! To eliminate the issue at its core, you need to:

1. Recognize that spiders are often a secondary problem caused by other pests, like flying insects.
2. Learn how to identify and safely remove spider eggs.
3. Equip yourself with the right tools to address the primary pest issue while catching the spiders already making themselves at home.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to reclaim your space with the professional-grade pest-stopping power Catchmaster is known for.

What Kind of Spiders do you Have?

Before tackling the issue of spider eggs, it’s essential to identify the types of adult spiders already in your home. This will help you assess the level of risk your spider problem poses.

Spiders are universally attracted to one thing: an abundance of food. Common prey includes flies, mosquitoes, moths, cockroaches, beetles, earwigs, crickets, silverfish, gnats, caterpillars, pill bugs, and even, occasionally, other spiders or small vertebrates.

Understanding what’s drawing spiders to your space is the first step toward effective control. For a deeper dive into their food preferences, check out our detailed post, What Do Spiders Eat?

Low-Risk, Common Infestation Spiders

High-Risk, Common Infestation Spiders

If you spot a Black Widow or Brown Recluse in your home, it’s crucial to act immediately. While fatalities from spider bites are extremely rare, the venom from these spiders can pose serious health risks to you, your family, and even your pets. Protecting your loved ones starts with taking quick, decisive action to address the problem.

What Do Spider Eggs Look Like?

Most spider infestations begin with just a few spiders reproducing once they’ve found a foothold in your home, rather than a large number invading from outside. The key to stopping an infestation is to remove spider eggs—halt the invasion before it starts. Here, we’ll show you how to identify spider egg sacs and share expert tips for safe and effective removal.

American House Spider Eggs

Description: Tan, papery egg sacs laid in the spider’s web containing 100-400 eggs each. Female may lay as many as 15 individual sacs during a single reproductive cycle.

Removal: Use a vacuum cleaner hose attachment to remove the web and egg sac. Empty into a bag and dispose outdoors immediately. If you can’t reach them with a vacuum cleaner, use a broom and sweep them into a sealed back, then dispose outdoors.

Image Source: University of Wisconsin

Daddy Longleg Eggs

Description: They are pinkish white, found in groups of 25-60, and are carried in the spider’s jaws.

Removal: Kill the spider yourself or set glue traps to stop their movement and capture offspring when they hatch.

Image Source: IFL Science

Hobo Spider Eggs

Description: Round, silk balls that are white or cream-colored and papery or fluffy in texture. Laid in the web. Contains 50-100 eggs.  

Removal: vacuum or broom, then dispose immediately outdoors.

Image Source: Utah State University

Brown Recluse Spider Eggs

Description: Small and yellow laid flat, white mound-looking silken sacks containing 30-300 eggs.

Removal: Mix bleach and water and spray the solution on the egg sac, vacuum them up or sweep them into a bag. Dispose outside immediately.

Image Source: Utah State University

Black Widow Spider Eggs

Description: Round with a pointy end, white to tan in color, suspended in the web.

Removal: First spray with vinegar and water, kill any adults you see, then vacuum or sweep. Dispose outdoors.

Image Source: Auburn University

The Solution: Glue Trays & Glue Boards

Now that you’ve tackled the spider eggs, it’s time to address the adult spiders lurking in your home. Catchmaster offers a range of non-toxic, professional-grade spider traps designed with unmatched stopping power. Trusted by pest control professionals for decades, these traps deliver the ultimate solution for catching and controlling spiders. When it comes to spider-stopping power, Catchmaster is the name you can rely on.

Glue Boards - For Dusty and Dry Places

Deploying spider-trapping glue boards is both safe and simple. Just remove the traps from the box and place them in the corners of your basement, garage, or any room where spider activity is evident. In dry, dust-free areas, you can lay the glue boards flat for maximum coverage. If the area is dusty, fold the traps into tunnels to protect the adhesive surface and maintain their effectiveness. Check the traps every few days, and replace them once they’re full to keep your space spider-free.

Glue Trays - For Damp or Wet Areas

If you’re battling spiders in damp or wet areas or are unsure where to start, Catchmaster’s glue trays are your best solution. These are the most powerful traps we offer, featuring a thick layer of our patented glue in a durable plastic tray. Using them is just as easy—simply remove them from the box, separate the traps, and place them in the corners of any room you want to protect. With Catchmaster glue trays, you’ll have professional-grade spider-stopping power wherever you need it.