"Redbacks under the outdoor setting"
Redbacks love dry, sheltered spots like the underside of chairs, letterboxes and fences.
Redbacks in the shed or webs everywhere? Same day
Spider Control in Melbourne, Sydney & Brisbane
Most spiders are harmless, but redbacks under the outdoor furniture or a funnel-web in the garage are a different story. Our technicians in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane treat the places spiders shelter and the insects they feed on.
Inside and outside treatments, web removal and targeted treatment of sheds, fences, play equipment and subfloors.
- 24/7 Emergency Service
- Melbourne, Sydney & Brisbane
- Upfront Pricing, No Hidden Costs
- Inside and outside treatment
Get a Spider Control Quote
Tell us what spiders you are seeing and where.
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Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane
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Found a Dangerous Spider? Do This First
Funnel-webs and redbacks are the two spiders that need real caution. Most other spiders can be left alone or moved outside. Here is what to do if you find one.
If someone is bitten by a funnel-web, call 000
Apply a pressure bandage and keep the person still until help arrives. For a redback bite, wash the area, apply a cold pack and seek medical advice.
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Keep children and pets away
Close the door or keep everyone clear of the area.
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Do not handle it
Never pick up a funnel-web or redback, even if it looks dead.
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Shake out shoes and gloves
Spiders hide in footwear, gloves and washing left outside.
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Take a photo from a distance
It helps us identify the species.
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Call 07 3544 9883
We treat the area and the places spiders are sheltering.
Spider Control Services We Offer
Treatments planned around where spiders live in your home and garden.
Redback Spider TreatmentFences, sheds, letterboxes and furniture
White-Tail Spider TreatmentInside the house, bedrooms and linen
Eaves, Fences & Exterior SprayEaves, gutters, windows and walls
Internal Spider TreatmentSkirting, corners and wardrobes
Web RemovalWebs swept from eaves and windows
Shed, Garage & Carport TreatmentSpiders where tools and boxes are stored
Subfloor & Roof Void DustingDust for roof voids and under the floor
Play Equipment & Outdoor AreasSwings, slides and outdoor seating
Commercial Spider ControlOffices, schools, childcare and warehouses
Sound Familiar? Common Spider Problems
These are the spider calls we get most in all three cities.
"A white-tail in the bed sheets"
White-tails hunt other spiders inside and often turn up in bedding and clothes.
"A huntsman in the car"
Huntsmen are harmless but startling. They hide behind sun visors and in garages.
"A big black spider in the garage"
In Sydney this could be a funnel-web. Treat it as dangerous and keep away.
"Webs around every window and light"
Lights attract insects, and spiders build webs where the food is.
"The kids play on the swing set"
Play equipment and sandpits are favourite redback spots. They should be checked and treated.
Which Spiders Should You Worry About?
Here are the spiders we see most across Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, and how much of a risk they are.
| Spider | Where you find it | Risk | Cities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Funnel-web | Gardens, rockeries, garages after rain | Dangerous: call 000 if bitten | Sydney and surrounds |
| Redback | Sheds, fences, furniture, letterboxes | Painful bite, seek medical advice | All three |
| White-tail | Inside homes, bedding, clothes | Painful bite | All three |
| Black house spider | Window frames, eaves, brickwork | Low | All three |
| Huntsman | Walls, cars, behind pictures | Low, but large and fast | All three |
Spiders follow their food. Fewer insects means fewer spiders, so our cockroach control and ant control services help too.
Spiders in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane
Each city has its own mix of spiders and its own busy season.
Melbourne
White-tails and black house spiders are the most common spiders inside Melbourne homes. Redbacks are found in sheds and gardens across the city.
Spider Control MelbourneSydney
Sydney is home to the funnel-web, which wanders into garages and gardens after summer rain, especially near bushland. Redbacks and huntsmen are common too.
Spider Control SydneyBrisbane
The warm climate means spiders are active almost all year in Brisbane. Redbacks, huntsmen and golden orb weavers are the most common calls.
Spider Control BrisbaneSpider control calls across the three cities by month
JanHigh
FebPeak
MarHigh
AprMedium
MayMedium
JunLow
JulLow
AugMedium
SepMedium
OctHigh
NovHigh
DecHigh
Spider activity rises through spring and peaks in late summer. Funnel-web activity in Sydney peaks after rain from November to April.
Why Spider Problems Should Not Be Ignored
Most spiders are harmless, but the ones that are not often live close to where people sit, play and work.
Painful and dangerous bites
Redback and funnel-web bites need medical attention. White-tail bites are painful.
Children and pets at risk
Play equipment, toys and pet beds left outside attract spiders.
Webs and egg sacs
Egg sacs hatch hundreds of spiderlings, so numbers grow quickly.
Supermarket sprays miss them
Surface sprays rarely reach the cracks and voids where spiders shelter.
How Our Spider Treatment Works
We treat the places spiders live and the places they hunt.
Inside and out
Spiders move between the garden and the house. Treating both, along with webs and egg sacs, gives the best result.
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Inspection
We find the species and where they shelter, inside and outside.
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Web removal
Webs and egg sacs swept from eaves, windows and corners.
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Outside treatment
Eaves, fences, sheds, play equipment and garden edges.
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Inside treatment
Skirting, corners, wardrobes and roof and subfloor voids.
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Advice
Simple steps to make the home less attractive to spiders.
How Much Does Spider Control Cost?
The price depends on the size of the property and the areas treated. These are the main factors:
Size of the home. Units, houses and large blocks.
Inside, outside or both. Most homes need both.
Sheds and outbuildings. Garages, sheds and play equipment.
Species. Funnel-webs and redbacks need targeted work.
You get the price upfront, before the treatment starts. Call 07 3544 9883 or send us the details online for a faster estimate.
Why People Choose Freshify for Spiders
We know which spiders matter in each city and where to find them.
Onsite in 60 minutes*
For dangerous spiders near people and pets.
Species known
Funnel-webs, redbacks, white-tails and more.
Inside and out
The whole property treated, not just one room.
Upfront pricing
No hidden costs.
Play areas checked
Swings, sandpits and outdoor furniture.
24/7 phones
Call any time.
*Onsite in 60 minutes applies to urgent jobs and depends on technician availability and location.
What You Can Count On
Here is how we work around your home and family.
You know who is coming. Name and arrival time sent ahead.
You know what was used. Every product explained.
You know when to go back in. Clear drying times for sprays.
You can call us back. Questions after the treatment? Call us.
Spider Control Near You
We treat spiders in homes and businesses across Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Choose your city to see the areas we cover.
Spider Control Brisbane
Brisbane Bayside, Inner Brisbane, Ipswich & Springfield, Logan, Moreton Bay, North Brisbane, North West Brisbane, Redlands, South Brisbane, West Brisbane, Scenic Rim & Tamborine
Spider Control Sydney
Blacktown, Eastern Suburbs Sydney, Hills District & Hawkesbury, Inner South West Sydney, Inner West Sydney, North Shore & Hornsby, Northern Beaches, Outer South West Sydney, Outer West & Blue Mountains, Parramatta, Ryde, South West Sydney, Sutherland Shire, Sydney City & Inner South
Spider Control FAQs
Do you do spider control in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane?
Yes. We treat spiders in homes and businesses in all three cities and their suburbs.
Do you treat funnel-web spiders?
Yes. Funnel-webs are found in Sydney and surrounding areas. We treat gardens, garages and subfloors where they shelter.
How long does a spider treatment last?
Most treatments keep spider numbers down for several months, depending on weather and how much the area is cleaned.
Should I remove webs before you arrive?
No. Leaving them helps us see where spiders are active. We remove them as part of the treatment.
Is the treatment safe for children and pets?
You will be told how long to keep children and pets off treated areas, usually until sprays are dry.
Why do spiders keep coming back?
Spiders follow insects. Treating spiders along with ants and cockroaches gives a longer result.
Are white-tail spiders dangerous?
White-tail bites can be painful but are not considered dangerous. See a doctor if a bite worsens.
Do you treat sheds and play equipment?
Yes. Sheds, garages, play equipment and outdoor furniture are common redback spots and are included on request.
Make the Backyard Yours Again
Spiders breed fast in the warm months. A treatment now means fewer of them in the shed, the garden and the house.
Upfront pricing and a dedicated professional at your door in Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane, often the same day.
Other services
Other Pest Services We Offer
Choose a service to see how it works and what affects the price.
Termite InspectionA full check of the house, subfloor, roof void and garden for termite activity, with a written report and clear next steps.
Possum RemovalHumane removal of possums from roofs and wall cavities, followed by proofing so they cannot move back in.
Rat & Mouse ControlBaiting, trapping and entry-point sealing to clear rats and mice from roofs, walls, kitchens and sheds.
Cockroach ControlGel baiting and targeted spraying for German and large cockroaches in kitchens, bathrooms, roof voids and drains.
Ant ControlBaiting and barrier treatments that reach the nest, for ants in kitchens, wall cavities, paving and lawns.
Wasp RemovalTreatment and removal of wasp nests from eaves, wall cavities, roof voids, trees and the ground.
Bee RemovalRemoval of bee swarms and established hives from walls, roofs, chimneys, trees and compost bins.
Dead Animal RemovalLocating and removing dead rats, possums and other animals from roofs, walls and subfloors, then deodorising the area.
Bed Bug TreatmentInspection and treatment of beds, bed frames, couches and skirting boards to clear bed bugs and their eggs.
Flea TreatmentInside and outside flea treatment for carpets, pet bedding areas, yards and subfloors, with a follow-up when needed.
Bird ControlBird proofing with spikes, netting and mesh to keep pigeons, mynas and starlings off roofs, balconies, solar panels and signs.
End of Lease Pest ControlInside and outside pest and flea treatment when you move out, with a written record for your agent or landlord.