DIY Fly Control

Flies are bad news whether you find an infestation in your home or business. If left untreated flies can spread bacteria such as Salmonella, typhoid and E.Coli.  Professional fly control treatment will guarantee a long term solution to eradicate fly problem. Our BPCA (British Pest Control Association) certified and experienced Rentokil experts adhere to an ERDM process to ensure the best way to get rid of flies:

• Exclusion - Prevent flies entering by proofing doors, windows, roof vents etc…
• Restriction - Routine good housekeeping practices to remove potential fly breeding areas
• Destruction - Correct identification of specific fly species so the most effective fly control treatment is implemented
• Monitoring - Regular inspections so any issues can be treated swiftly before becoming an infestation

There are practical measures you can take to deter house flies, such as thorough cleaning which can get rid of breeding spots, removing potential areas for flies to lay eggs, as they can reproduce very quickly. 

Removing decaying food such as meat, fruit, vegetables and faeces as these attract the common house fly. Fruit flies like sugary substances and will feed on overripe fruit, spilled soft drinks and alcohol. Drain flies typically seek moist areas to lay their eggs, so keeping your property and drains clean and dry as possible will reduce opportunities for them to breed.

Cluster flies can be more problematic than the odd housefly.  In autumn months, they will gather in large numbers. Cluster flies (Polleniarudis), or attic flies, are large black flies and similar in size, shape and behavior to the blowfly. The adults breed and lay their eggs outside in Summer and then during Autumn months the adult lifecycle will bring them into buildings, normally attics and roof voids - in order to hibernate over the Winter months, this type of infestation can occur in very large numbers.  

Cluster flies can enter your property through the smallest of cracks around door and window frames. Once these flies get into your home, there is not much you can do but try to trap them or kill them. Some of the things you can do to get rid of cluster flies include:

• Vacuuming - keep carpets, rugs and floors clean and vacuum up dead insects, before applying DIY residual insecticides or know down sprays on adult flies. 
• Sealing up the house - You can try and limit access to your property by filling any cracks and crevices in walls, window or door frames with caulking Make sure the roof is in good order and replace slates or tiles that are broken. Seal up holes around your home and make sure windows have screens and that the screens are free of holes.

A fly infestation is hard to remove completely. Using chemicals without knowing how to use them correctly can be extremely dangerous and fly traps can leave fly carcasses behind. Rentokil has a range of Do-It-Yourself fly control products.

The most effective long-term solution of getting rid of flies is by a professional fly control treatment. 

Repelling or deterring common house flies, blue bottles and fruit flies from entering your property can be difficult, particularly in the height of summer when windows and doors are often left open to allow air flow. However there are some home remedies which may help deter flies:

Please note: Rentokil does not endorse any of these home remedies as 100% effective. Only a trained fly control specialist can determine why there is an infestation within your property and offer the best advice on getting rid of flies.

There are said to be several garden plants and herbs whose fragrance will according to folklore deter or repel flies. Grow these in your garden, or pots on window sills or use dried leaves in muslin bags to hang in entrances and windows:

Basil, Lavender, Bay Leaf, Mint, Marigolds and Nasturtiums

Historically Marigold has been grown in green houses to deter aphids and Onions to mask the scent and discourage carrot fly. However pleasant the scent produced by these plants, the reality is that a fly-screen would be more beneficial at deterring flies in the long-term.

Homemade fly traps, natural home remedies and DIY fly control products can help to alleviate minor annoyances with flies. If however, flies become a constant and persistent nuisance, you’ll need the expertise and knowledge of professional pest controllers to effectively eradicate the fly infestation.

Once a survey of your premises is completed we will recommend a fly control treatment program that is tailored to your specific fly issues that will provide long-term effective protection against flies. Our fly control service includes:

• Elimination of adult flies and the removal of any breeding sites, which could create more problems in the future.
• Correct identification of fly species.
• All our technicians are BPCA certified to guarantee expertise in the field of fly control.
• We have a range of effective fly control solutions, including Rentokil fly box and electric fly killers.
• We provide expert advice on how to prevent future fly infestations.
• We offer a free survey of Business premises to identify specific fly problems.

Call us to discuss how we can help you get rid of flies quickly and efficiently.