Domestic House Spider Identification and Property Tips

The domestic house spider, Tegenaria domestica, is also called the barn funnel weaver. A clear identification is more useful than the general label “house spider.”

Identification and habits

It builds a sheet-like web with a funnel retreat in sheltered places. Brown coloration and leg markings can resemble other spiders, so a photograph or specimen may be needed to distinguish it.

What to do at your property

Remove unwanted reachable webs and inspect stored items without handling spiders. Do not use a skin lesion to identify this species or assume medical care is unnecessary; seek advice for a concerning reaction. Ask about recurring sightings rather than treating an occasional web as proof of a large infestation.

Photograph the pest clearly and note where and when it appeared. Ask Plank about identification and whether inspection, prevention or selected treatment is appropriate. The service scope and any follow-up are confirmed for your property.

Reference: Penn State Extension: Barn funnel weaver spider.

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Photo: sanja565658, domestic house spider, CC BY-SA 3.0. Reduced-size rendition; no other changes.