Fall is one of the most noticeable times of year for spider activity indoors. But why does it happen? While cooler weather plays a role, spiders aren't simply moving inside because they want a warm place to spend the winter. Changes in spider behaviour, food availability, and environmental conditions all contribute to the increase in spider sightings during late summer and fall. Here’s why you may be seeing more spiders indoors on Vancouver Island — and what you can do about them.

Subterranean termites are found on Vancouver Island and can cause significant damage to buildings when colonies gain access to structural wood. When most Vancouver Island residents think about pests that can damage a building, carpenter ants, rodents, or even woodpeckers may come to mind first. But there is another wood-destroying pest that deserves attention: the subterranean termite. Subterranean termites are found on Vancouver Island and can cause significant damage to homes and commercial...

Late summer and early fall are prime times for spider sightings on Vancouver Island. While spiders are present throughout the year, many species are larger and more noticeable by late summer. Increased web-building and seasonal behaviours can also make it seem like spiders have suddenly appeared everywhere.