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Flies
Flies
They are categorized as filth flies, biting flies, small flies, gnats and overwintering flies. Most of them are considered 'filth flies' because they frequent filth areas and can spread diseases. Two of the flies commonly seen in Jamaica house flies and fruit flies.
Signs of a Fly Infestation
Noticing a few noisy flies in your house or your business may not mean you have an infestation. However, it should act as a warning sign to take some preventative action.
Common Signs
- Small dark clusters of spots (the size of a pinhead) – Look in light fittings, upper areas of the room and wall surfaces. Check areas that are difficult to clean thoroughly such as drainage channels, drains and sub-floor cavities where the contents of broken drains may be accumulating. Gully traps, and areas around sinks and below damaged floor tiling should also be monitored.
- Regular sighting of flies – large number of flies buzzing around refuse areas and the base of wheelie bins or other waste containers may indicate a more serious problem. Check anywhere that water pools including in guttering, rainwater butts, tyres or old machinery. Waterlogged pot plants may also attract flies.
- Maggots – these are flies in their larval stage and could indicate a potential breeding site on your property. You may discover maggots in waste areas and deteriorating food.
Fly Control Treatments
Once a survey of your premises is complete, your expert will recommend a fly control treatment program specially for your needs. It may include one, or a combination, of the following:
- Housekeeping and hygiene recommendations
- Baits
- Dusting powders
- Sprays
- Fogs
- Aerosol mists
- Electronic Fly Killer
Used in conjunction with Exclusion, Restriction and Monitoring practices you will have effective, long-term protection from flies for your business.
How to Keep Flies Away
Flies can be a nuisance pest for homes and businesses. A fly infestation could pose a serious health risk as flies are known to spread a range of diseases, like Salmonella and E.coli.
If you want to prevent flies, there are some practical steps you can take to deter them. Some of these methods are totally cost-free and only require your time to action.
Recommended steps involve making changes indoors and outdoors to cover all potential hot spots and ensure effective fly control.
Fly Prevention Tips
- Deny flies access - keep windows and doors closed.
- Flyscreens - fit flyscreens to windows especially around kitchen and waste areas.
- Cover food - flies spread diseases by landing on food before we eat it.
- Clear away - clear food debris and liquid spillages from food consumption and preparation areas, under kitchen benches and appliances.
- Dustbins / Compost bins - ensure all waste containers have tightly sealed lids.
- Pets - clean up after pets. Not only are faeces a perfect breeding place for flies, they may land there before landing on your food.
- Clear up dead flies - they provide a tasty snack for other pests such as carpet beetles.
How to Get Rid of Flies
Using a professional fly control service is the most effective way to guarantee the complete removal of flies from your business. Your True Blue Pest Control Services will ensure your long-term protection:
- Exclusion - Proofing of doors, windows, roof vents, etc. to prevent flies entering a premises.
- Restriction - General good housekeeping practices to remove possible fly breeding sites.
- Destruction - Use of the correct fly control treatment for your individual circumstances.
- Monitoring - Inspection during regular visits.
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