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Flies can be a nuisance when buzzing around the home, particularly if in large numbers. However, some species of fly also pose a health risk.
In particular, house flies transmit a wide range of diseases including salmonella, dysentery, tuberculosis, cholera and parasitic worms.
In this country, mosquitoes are less likely to spread disease than in the tropics, but the irritation caused by the bites can still be distressing, particularly for children.
There are thousands of different species of fly but the most common fly problems are caused by:
Houseflies – adults 6-7mm. Female houseflies lay 400-600 eggs in decaying matter or faeces, which develop into maggot larvae. Attracted to any uncovered food or organic waste.
Blow Flies or Bottle Flies – Adults 6-12mm, usually metallic blue or green but can be black or grey. Significant numbers in a house will often indicate a dead animal (such as a mouse) in the property.
Cluster Flies - adults 6-10mm. Cluster flies often take shelter over the winter inside homes (such as in attics) and can occur in very large numbers in the home as they emerge in the spring.
Mosquitoes – adults 5mm. Tend to be found near still water where their larvae develop. Our guide to insect bites advises on treatment for bites.
For many species of fly including house flies and bottle flies, it is important not to attract flies with food sources or places for fly larvae to grow:
Prevent flies being able to develop in standing water:
Finally, you can help prevent flies entering your home:
How to get rid of flies
Whelan Pest Prevention offers a range of DIY products to kill flies but an established fly problem may require professional pest control to ensure that it will not reoccur.
Whelan Pest Prevention offers a wide range of DIY fly products for amateur use, to help you get rid of flies and flying insects in and around your home. The range includes sprays, traps and repellents, some of which are insecticide free.
The Fly, Ant & Wasp Spray is a fast acting spray, which can be used indoors as a surface and space spray. Alternatively the Multi Surface Insect Killer Pen is one of the most effective and easy-to-use fly killers available. Just apply like a pen to windows for long lasting protection against fly problems.
If you want to avoid using insecticides, the Advanced Fly Trap is a window sticker that attracts and controls fly activity in the home or greenhouse. Once your fly problem has gone, remove the sticker and it will leave no trace.
As with all pest control products, please read the instructions carefully before use.
Pest control products from Whelan Pest Prevention are available to buy from all leading supermarkets, DIY stores, garden centres and hardware stores.
While DIY products can deal with smaller fly problems, a professional pest control service will be required for larger or multiple infestations.
Whelan Pest Prevention technicians understand the habits of each species and also have a range of powerful insecticides to deal with flies and provide the reassurance that the problem has been fully dealt with.
Whelan Pest Prevention offers a call-out service to deal with fly and other pest problems in the home. Our service is fast, effective and offers the highest level of safety for your family and pets.
If you would like further advice or to arrange a visit by a Whelan Pest Prevention technician, call us free on 08456 80 80 98.
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