I keep my home uncluttered and dark corners lit every night. That combination lowered the spider count way before I started using traps.
@NightFlyer3 You’re spot-on about placement. My front hall traps along the wall captured more than ones in the middle of the room, lesson learned!
I didn’t realize our leftover dead flies were feeding the spiders until I cleaned out the lampshades. Better housekeeping = fewer pests.
If traps are placed upside down or on uneven surfaces, they don’t work well. A flat, stable surface makes sure any caught spider sticks.
Combining traps with sealing window crevices and regular pest spraying gave me the best results, and reduced the need to reset traps every week.
Honestly, prevention is the most underrated strategy. Keep surfaces clean, lighting proper, and only use traps when you see live activity—safe and effective.