How It Works
The RESCUE! Spider Trap is ready right out of the box -- just place it where spiders are typically found indoors. With four entrances and hundreds of glue dots, spiders will travel to the interior of the trap instead of merely congregating on the edges. This design allows many more spiders to be caught. And with two sides of glue, a quick flip of the trap keeps you in the spider-catching business.
FAQs
What kinds of spiders does the Spider Trap catch?
The Spider Trap is effective against a wide variety of common household and potentially dangerous spiders — including black widow spiders, brown recluse spiders, hobo spiders, sac spiders, jumping spiders, wolf spiders, and other typical indoor arachnids. It will also catch many other crawling critters, including centipedes, silverfish, earwigs, and more.
How does the Spider Trap work?
The trap uses a “glue dot” adhesive pattern on the inside of a decorative plastic shell. Spiders crawl through one of four entrances into the dark interior and become stuck on the glue. Because the glue is on both sides of the interior, you can flip it over and continue using it once one side becomes full.
Where should I place the Spider Trap for best results?
Place the trap indoors where spiders frequent — against baseboards or walls, under furniture or cabinets, behind toilets, near doorways, under sinks, in closets, basements, crawlspaces or other dark corners and quiet areas.
Is the Spider Trap safe to use around pets and children?
The RESCUE! Spider Trap has narrow openings that reduce the chance of curious pets or little hands getting stuck on the glue, though we still recommend placing these traps in areas that are not easily accessible to pets or children.
How long does one trap remain effective?
The trap remains effective until the glue surfaces are full (or no longer sticky) — when one side is used up, you can flip the trap over for additional use. After both sides are used, dispose of or replace the trap.
Will the trap work for both small spiders and larger, more dangerous spiders?
Yes — the Spider Trap is designed to catch a range of spider sizes, from small common house spiders to larger and potentially venomous spiders (e.g., black widows, brown recluse, wolf spiders).
Do I need to assemble the trap before use?
No — the Spider Trap is ready to use straight out of the box. There’s no assembly required: simply place it where spiders are likely to travel.
Can the Spider Trap help me monitor if I have a spider infestation?
Yes — because you can see how many spiders get caught, the trap can function as a monitoring tool, helping you determine how active the spider population is and where they’re frequenting in your home. This can guide you to seal gaps, reduce clutter, or apply additional control measures.
What should I do when the trap is full or no longer sticky?
Once one side is full, flip the trap to use the second glue side. When both sides are used, dispose of the trap in regular trash. Replace with a new trap if spider activity continues.
Does the Spider Trap use chemicals or chemicals sprays to kill spiders?
The RESCUE! Spider Trap doesn't use any killing agents. Once spiders are caught on the glue, they eventually dehydrate and die naturally. There are chemical sprays involved, making it a great option for spider control inside the home.