Mondays Madness- Spider Ball- Fun in Home Inspections
Wenatchee Home Inspections.
Today’s fun is called “Spider Ball”.
As a home and structural pest inspector, I do have to deal with insects. Here was a good looking young lady “Black Widow”.
Black widow spiders (Latrodectus species) typically are pretty scared of me, they are shy creatures.
They are a very common spider in eastern Washington. Adult female black widows do have potentially dangerous venom, but will often attempt to run away and hide rather than bite.
From Washington State Dept. of Health
Treatment for Spider Bites
Wash the bite area with soap and water.
Rest and remain calm.
Ice the bite area with a cold pack or crushed ice in a bag wrapped in a thin towel. This will reduce swelling and provide pain relief.
Compress the bite area to help reduce swelling by wrapping a stretchable bandage around the bite site. Loosen the bandage if it feels too tight or causes throbbing.
Elevate the bite area if possible.
Do not attempt to remove venom.
Seek medical attention immediately if symptoms get worse, don’t go away, or if you suspect a black widow spider bite.
Bring in the spider for identification if possible. This will help determine the best medical treatment. You can preserve the spider for identification by putting it in a small bottle with rubbing alcohol.
Remember you should always have a qualified professional to do your work.
Hiring a qualified home and structural pest inspector to review the home to ensure everything is safe and correct.
“Will you walk into my parlor?” said the Spider to the Fly;
’Tis the prettiest little parlor that ever you did spy.”
Mary Howitt
NCW Home Inspections, LLC is a Licensed Washington State Home Inspection service located in Wenatchee Washington serving Chelan County, Douglas County, Kittitas County, Okanogan County and Grant County Washington and the cities of Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Cashmere, Oroville, Cle Elum, East Wenatchee, Quincy and many more…
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