How to get rid of flies? - Flys Pest Control Services

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There are many species of flies out there and they all have three things in common they're annoying, they're disgusting, and they can pose serious health hazards. In this video, we'll go over some general tips and things to look out for so you'll have a leg up on fly control. When you hear the word fly you're probably thinking of the common housefly but many different flies are buzzing around such as fruit flies, blowflies, horse flies or even drain flies. The tricky thing with fly control is that a lot of different fly types require different control products and techniques. An insecticide you might use for horse flies might not be effective against fruit flies so it's crucial don't know which fly you have. Here, some tips on how to identify one fly over the other and some general steps you can take to put a dent in your fly infestation.

 

It can be hard knowing which fly you have so a good method of identifying them besides noting their appearance is to consider where you've been seeing them. Take the fruit fly in the phorid fly they look similar to the eye color differentiating the two of them because they're tiny you might have a hard time telling which one you have. So take note as to where you're seeing them is it flying around the fruit bowl then it's likely a fruit fly. Maybe you've seen one of these pests buzzing around a potted plant then it's more likely a phorid fly attracted to moist and decaying material in the potting soil. Maybe you've seen an invasion of flies like something out of a horror movie especially in an attic during winter or maybe around a window in spring. These are usually cluster flies and not house flies or if you've seen large shiny flies after getting a whiff of something terrible around the property then it could be blowflies. These flies are usually an indication that something dead is close by knowing what to look for it to positively identify flies is crucial in getting effective fly control. Don’t forget to visit our web site for help identifying your fly problem and to get your professional pest products.

 

Though control methods can vary from fly to fly, the good news is there's one powerful step that you can take that will make a significant impact against any fly

v Sanitation: Sanitation is key to reducing your fly problem. Flies love moisture and mud, and they do whatever they can to get it as soon as something smells rotten or rotten. Strong odors from dampness and mud attracts eagles from a distance. You need to remove the impurities and food sources that attract them so that they are signaling the perfect feeding and breeding sites.

·        Be sure to regularly take out the trash keeping it sealed and do not let it sit and overflow

·        Make sure entry points into your house are sealed and check around window screens, door thresholds and seal off any cracks and crevices

·        Keep bathrooms clean do not let mold and mildew set in

·        Keep kitchens and clear grease from stovetops and sweep or mop frequently

·        Seal fruits or vegetables in airtight containers and dispose of over-ripened fruit

·        If you have pets pickup or spray down dog poop and clean out cat litter every day

·        Reduce moisture around your home and property do not overwater plants address and fix poor drainage and fixing a leaky pipes

 

These are some things you can do to control and prevent flies from investing in your home. For total control, you will need Flys Pest Control Services, visit our website to help diagnose your fly problem. Also, we offer cockroach pest control services.

 

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