For the most part, spiders aren’t considered pests, since they are known to feed on many common household pests. Unfortunately, some spiders can be extremely dangerous to humans, which is why it is so important to identify a spider that is a potential threat, and have a team of professionals that are capable of taking care of the problem completely. At Conquest Pest Control, you can rely on us to correctly identify exactly what kind of spider you are dealing with, and we will be sure to take the necessary measures to ensure your safety, and the safety of those in your home, office or any other building you need inspected and treated. 
There are two types of poisonous spiders that can be found in the Vancouver and southern BC regions. The first is probably the more recognizable of the two, and is known commonly as a Black Widow Spider. The spiders are usually about three quarters of an inch long, and are completely black except for a unique red mark on their abdomen that resembles an hourglass. The Black Widow usually makes a web close to ground level, in sheltered areas like a pile of firewood. The other potentially dangerous spider is known as the Brown Recluse Spider. This spider is most commonly found in similar locations as a Black Widow Spider, and will usually prefer spending its days in a dark reclusive space. Like their name suggests, the Brown Recluse has a mostly brown body, while its abdomen is gray in colour. They are just over half an inch long, and actually have a mark on their back that resembles a violin.
Most spider species are beneficial to eliminating unwanted structural pests, however, an inspection is always recommended to control large infestations.
