Why You’re Seeing More Spiders and Webs This Fall
- Oct 11
- 3 min read
If you’ve been noticing more spiders hanging around your home lately — on your porch, in the garage, or tucked in the corners of your ceiling — you’re not alone. Fall is spider season in Fontana, Rialto, and surrounding Southern California areas, and this time of year, it can feel like they’ve taken over.
But don’t worry — it’s not your imagination, and your home isn’t cursed. There’s a simple reason you’re seeing more of these eight-legged squatters and their webs, and it all comes down to timing, temperature, and spider habits.
Let’s break down why spider activity increases in the fall, what they’re doing this time of year, and why year-round pest control is the best way to keep them out for good.
Why You See More Spiders in the Fall
As the weather starts to cool down and nights get longer, spiders begin to look for one thing — a warm, safe place to settle in for the season.
During summer, spiders spend most of their time outdoors hunting and mating. But as the temperature drops, food sources become scarce, and they start moving closer to homes where they can find both warmth and prey.
That’s why you suddenly see webs around windows, eaves, light fixtures, and
garage — these are prime real estate for catching flying insects that are still active on mild fall nights.
Spider Habits During Fall
Fall is a busy time for spiders. This is when many species — including common Southern California types like black widows, orb weavers, cellar spiders, and wolf spiders — reach maturity. That means more visible activity as they search for mates, spin webs, and look for protected areas to survive the cooler months.
Here’s what they’re doing as the season changes:
Building more webs: Spiders spin larger, more noticeable webs to catch the last of the season’s flying insects.
Moving indoors: They sneak into basements, garages, attics, and wall voids to stay warm.
Laying eggs: Female spiders look for safe, undisturbed areas — like storage boxes or corners — to deposit their egg sacs.
Hunting at night: As nights get cooler, spiders become more active in the evening hours when temperatures are just right for hunting.
So, when you see more webs around your home in fall, it’s not just because spiders are “out” — it’s because they’re planning ahead.
Why Spiders Stick Around Even as It Gets Cooler
Many people assume spiders die off when the temperature drops, but that’s not quite true — especially here in Southern California, where winters are mild.
Instead of disappearing, most spiders simply slow down their activity and hide in warmer, sheltered places — like attics, crawl spaces, and even inside walls. They’re still there, waiting for the right conditions to emerge again.
That’s why even during cooler months, you might occasionally see one crawling across your floor or hanging in a window corner.
Why Year-Round Pest Control Is So Important
Spiders might seem like a “seasonal” problem, but the truth is, they never fully go away. Even if you don’t see them, they’re often hiding and laying eggs that will hatch when spring returns.
With professional year-round pest control from TruPest Solutions, you can keep spiders (and the bugs they feed on) from ever getting comfortable in the first place.
Our 5-Point Service includes:
Full inspection – locating spider webs, egg sacs, and hiding spots.
Web removal – clearing visible webs around eaves, windows, and lights.
Exterior power spray – targeting areas where spiders and insects gather.
Granulation – treating soil and lawn areas where other insects breed.
Interior treatment (if needed) – providing lasting protection inside your home.
By controlling the insects spiders feed on, we make your home a lot less inviting — for both spiders and their prey.
Don’t Let Spiders Take Over Your Fall
Fall weather may bring cooler nights and cozy vibes, but it’s also prime time for spider invasions. Don’t wait until you’re knocking down webs every morning or spotting black widows near your porch.
Protect your home before they settle in for winter.
📞 Call TruPest Solutions today at (951) 334-5288 to schedule or visit www.trupestsolutions.com to fill out a form for your spider control service.
We proudly serve Rialto, Fontana, and surrounding Southern California areas, helping homeowners stay pest-free all year long — no matter what season it is.
