Spider expert's top tips on keeping eight-legged visitors away this autumn

IT'S that time of the year again where it feels like our homes are being invaded by unwanted eight-legged guests. September is mating season for spiders, and as a result the male critters have bulked up and are on the prowl. Not to alarm any arachnophobes, but according to arachnologist Dr Chris Terrell-Nield, we have around 12 spiders in our house at any one time. For most of the year they avoid detection thanks to their small size and dormant nature - but come autumn they're more noticeable. Read more: I’m a spider expert and these 7 common mistakes invite giant critters into your home… here’s how to get rid for good https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/23912106/gient-spider-expert-homes-banish/ The Sun newspaper brings you the latest breaking news videos and explainers from the UK and around the world Become a Sun Subscriber and hit the bell to be the first to know Read The Sun: http://www.thesun.co.uk Like The Sun on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesun/ Follow The Sun on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSun Subscribe to The Sun on Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/The_Sun/1633225139