If spiders have found their way into your home, you can expect to see them in a variety of places. Some like the large wolf spider are poor climbers and are usually discovered at ground level, like in the bottoms of closets, behind baseboards, or under furniture. The house spider is an adept climber, and you'll find them and their webs in the corners of walls, windows sills, and on ceilings. All spiders like to choose dark, quiet areas to hang out in because of their reclusive nature.
Outside, spiders live anywhere that provides them with shelter and easy access to their prey. As you move about your yard, you cross paths with many more spiders than you actually notice. Trees, landscaping plants, outdoor furniture, play structures, and areas around trash cans are known as spider hangouts.