Maggots are the larvae of common houseflies. Larvae develop in all areas where food is found Maggots need to be killed as they can pupate into adult flies. Natural ingredients you find at home are considered to kill maggots since spraying insecticide around the house isn’t always possible for its toxicity. Salt kills maggots in…
Fungus gnats are some of the most common flies in homes, gardens, and greenhouses. These flies don’t pose a direct threat to humans but they represent a real problem for plants and flowers. Fungus gnats hinder plant growth as they eat plants and other organic matter in the soil. Most fungus gnats can also spread…
Essential oils are known to repel gnats. While these small flies don’t carry diseases, they can become a problem in the spring. Not all essential oils work against gnats. However, some pungent essential oils such as lavender oil are a natural alternative to insecticides against gnats. Lavender oil, lemongrass oil, and eucalyptus essential oils repel…
You’ve purchased a couple of beautiful houseplants and invited some guests to show them off. How exciting! But wait! Your show may become an embarrassment as one of your guests looks at your plants and finds a bunch of bugs flying around. Ew! These flies are called fungus gnats and are a common problem for…
There is a pool of pest killer products on the market. No wonder why we get carried away by deceiving labels, “We will solve your pest problems.” Further, when dealing with the vexing drain flies, you may find yourself at sixes and sevens. Picking the right product to kill drain flies can be challenging at…
When you spot a pest in your home, it is best to take preventive measures immediately. Otherwise, they get time to multiply, and surprisingly, they do not take long enough. Drain fly eggs hatch in 48 hours, which means they spread pretty quickly. Apart from drains and toilet bowls, these flies can thrive in your…
So, you peeked into your toilet and spotted something you least expected: unsightly worms. These brown and black-looking worms aren’t actually what they appear to be; they are the larvae of drain flies. What could be more frustrating than finding an intruder in your toilet bowl? Not only does it prevent you from doing your…
The tiny flies circling over fruit pieces on your kitchen countertop can make you wonder, “How long will they live until you finally get rid of them?” Although their lifespan shouldn’t concern you, you’ll naturally question their survival period because they cause a terrible nuisance in your house. Of course, you cannot spray pest repellent…
Annoying. That is the word we would use to describe flies. Flies enter our homes through windows, doors, gaps, and even via carriers such as humans and pests. Flies may be a big nuisance and can cause harm. They’re usually found in many dirty areas and carry germs. This means they can deposit the pathogens…
You’ve just sat down with a cup of tea and a book looking forward to a relaxing day. That is until something buzzes in your face and disturbs your peace. Yep, flies are annoying creatures and incredibly hard to get rid of. You can use an insect repellent but that comes with numerous risks and…
Does your home buzz with the sound of flies in summer, but suddenly, you can’t hear or even see them in winter? Flies are annoying creatures that bother your pets and test your nerves during spring and hot months, but you breathe a sigh of relief when they don’t show up in the colder months….
Dealing with large numbers of flies in the garage can be complicated. It can take days to find the source that attracts flies in the garage. Foods are known to attract flies in the garage. Air currents might also drive flies in the garage which means a combination of factors might be in play when…
Fruit flies are seen all across the world. They make their way indoors in habitats where there are plenty of fruit trees. But these flies need a specific warm temperature to survive. Fruit flies are mostly seen in the summer when they have the fruits and the right temperature to survive and multiply. A temperature…
Are you tired of hearing the buzzing sound of flies in your kitchen, lounge, or an enclosed area in your backyard? Flies can get annoying, especially when they are around your space where you wish to stay peacefully. But who invites them to your safe home anyway? Things such as rotten food welcome flies, and…
Mothballs might be used with some success against adult flies and their eggs. However, they aren’t healthy solutions as they are pesticides and are not recommended in open areas. Mothballs are a type of small balls with an aromatic pesticide that contains either naphthalene or para-dichlorobenzene. Both chemicals are toxic to people and pets. Mothballs…
Imagine sitting on a kitchen table ready to eat your food when suddenly you spot small flies buzzing on your food and around your cooking area. How would that make you feel? Small flies are generally not harmful, but they are still pests and getting rid of them is the only way to enjoy your…
If you’ve been invaded by small black flies in your bathroom, these might be drain flies. Also known as sink flies, moth flies, sewer gnats, or drain gnats, these tiny pests don’t bite and are harmless but extremely annoying and shouldn’t be left alone to multiply in your home. They might be symptoms of a…
Flies can enter through any gap they can find, and an air conditioning vent is a perfect entry point, especially if it wasn’t installed correctly in the first place. The issue with moth flies is that they can get into places where other insects cannot. It may be a potential entry point if anything in…
Drain flies, also known as moth flies, are small, dark flies that can often be found in moist environments such as drains, garbage cans, and compost piles. While they don’t pose a serious health threat to humans, they can sometimes be a nuisance. One question that people often ask is whether or not drain flies…
From time to time, you will experience the presence of tiny black flies in your refrigerator or freezer. These flies are almost always going to be identified as fruit flies or gnats. The larvae of these flies feed on organic materials that contain yeast; they naturally occur in many foods such as cheese and fermenting…
