Scots have been enjoying some of the warmest temperatures of the year so far over the past few weeks.
Thermostats have been climbing generally into the mid-teens across the country as continue through the spring months.
And it is only going to get warmer, with summer lurking not too far away at this stage of the year.
While this is welcome news for many of us, the hotter days can result in more spiders invading our homes.
The Mirror has listed five things homeowners can do to help ensure that their property remains spider free.
Lemon peels
It’s a little known fact that spiders hate citrus. Specifically, they hate the smell of it, be it oranges, limes or lemons.
Next time you have some leftover peels, don’t immediately throw them away.
Instead, leave them on door frames, windowsills or shelves and it will keep the critters at bay.
Have a pet
This may only be feasible for some people but having a pet can make a massive difference.
Our lovably little companions are perfect for chasing away anything that even slightly moves and they’ll be all over spiders.
Keep things clean
It may seem obvious but leaving any dead flies or crumps around the house can attract the little buggers.
They explore almost always for food and this is exactly what they are looking for.
A quick scan around the room every day or two could the difference needed to avoid any unwanted encounters.
Close your windows at night
You may not want to because of the humid weather , but spiders are nocturnal creatures.
They are typically on the hunt at night and will take your open windows as an invitation to come inside.
Before hitting the hay, double check all windows are closed and sealed to ensure any extra arachnids stay away.
Conkers
This isn’t an urban myth, though at first glance it may seem like it.
Chestnuts are well known to be natural spider repellents and are an easy solution to keeping them away.
Just lay them on the floor in corners or by the skirting board.
The only issue is getting them in the first place, as April isn’t exactly the best time to go rummaging around for a conker.
