Dealing with a fly infestation in your home or garden is more than just a foul and nasty situation; it can affect the overall comfort and health of your living environment. Flies are known for spreading bacteria and other harmful pathogens. Knowing how to effectively manage and eliminate these pests is essential.
Fly Problems in Summer
Flies thrive in warm environments, and their lifecycle speeds up with rising temperatures leading to an increase in fly populations. In residential areas like Perth’s suburbs; open windows, food residues, and garden waste can attract hordes of flies. Effective fly management during these months requires a proactive approach.
How To Keep Flies Out of Your Home
- Ensure that your home is sealed from potential entry points. Integrating fine mesh screens on windows and doors can drastically reduce the number of flies entering your home.
- Keep areas like your kitchen clean and free of organic waste.
- Use fans indoors during the summer, as flies generally avoid strong, continuous air movement.
How Do I Control Flies in My Backyard or Garden?
Managing flies in your backyard involves removing any attractants.
- Consider the placement of bins and compost heaps. They should be located away from your house with secure lids to prevent flies from accessing decomposing material.
- Regularly cleaning these areas can also deter flies from settling. In gardens, remove any standing water as it can be a breeding ground for flies, creating an ever-present problem during the hot summer months.
- Cover food during outdoor gatherings and clean up immediately to avoid drawing flies.
- Herbs like basil, lavender, and mint naturally repel flies and can be grown both inside and around the perimeter of your home for continuous protection.
- Natural predators such as birds or certain insects that feed on flies, can help keep the population under control naturally.
How Do You Get Rid of Flies Fast?
When you are in urgent need of a solution to a fly problem, one effective method is to use fly traps or electric fly zappers. Fly traps, especially those baited with attractants, can lure flies away from living areas and capture them. On the other hand, electric zappers kill flies on contact, providing a more immediate solution. These methods can be implemented quickly and provide relief from flies.
How To Get Rid of Flies Permanently
To effectively and permanently manage fly infestations, professional fly control services are the best solution for several reasons:
- Their expertise and knowledge
- Effective tools and techniques
- Customised solutions
- Preventative measures are employed
- Save time and resources
- Effectively eliminate health risks
Sure Pest Control provides resources and expert assistance to effectively control flies in both home and garden settings.
