Where Do Flies Come From?
Where Do Flies Come From?
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What Attracts Flies Indoor?
Peter Irenicus, founder of The Holy Habibee, identifies three main attractions for flies indoors:
1. Food: Flies are drawn to decaying food, uncovered trash, pet waste, and compost.
2. Breeding Sites: Flies lay eggs in moist organic matter. Homes near fly breeding grounds like farms or garbage dumps may attract more flies.
3. Openings in Homes: Flies can enter through unscreened windows and doors in search of food or warmth.
What Attracts Flies Indoor?
What Attracts Flies Indoor?
How to Get Rid Of Flies Indoor Safely and Naturally
#1. Apple Cider Vinegar and Dish Soap
The acetic acid in apple cider vinegar mixed with sodium hydroxide is effective for trapping flies.
The sweet smell attracts flies, while the soap breaks the surface tension, causing them to drown. Fill a dish with apple cider vinegar and add a few drops of dish soap.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Dish Soap
Apple Cider Vinegar and Dish Soap
#2. Fly Paper and Traps
Fly paper and traps are practical solutions for fly infestations.
Hang sticky paper where flies gather to trap them. Light traps, especially those emitting ultraviolet (UV) light, are also effective.
Fly Paper and Traps
Fly Paper and Traps
#3. Herbs and Flowers
Do you know herbs serve as natural repellents to keep flies away?
Herbs like basil, marigold, lavender, bay leaves, and catnip serve as natural repellents. Their scents are unpleasant to flies.
Grow these plants in your garden or near entry points to keep flies away.
Herbs and Flowers
Herbs and Flowers
#4. Cayenne Pepper Spray
If cayenne pepper is available in your kitchen, try a cayenne pepper spray.
Steep cayenne pepper in hot water, transfer to a spray bottle, and apply around doorways and windowsills.
The sharp odor acts as a deterrent, but be cautious as it may leave stains.
Cayenne Pepper Spray
Cayenne Pepper Spray
#5. Essential Oils
Essential oils like lavender, peppermint, eucalyptus, and lemongrass repel flies.
Apply a few drops to strips of cloth to create DIY fly paper or mix with water to make a spray.
Essential Oils
Essential Oils
How to Prevent Flies Indoor
1. Seal Entry Points
Repair damaged screens and seal gaps to prevent flies from entering.
2. Clean Up Trash and Litter
Dispose of food waste properly, keep garbage tidy, and empty regularly. Clean up pet waste and litter boxes.
3. Clear Potential Breeding Grounds
Regularly clean outdoor areas to remove rotting food, stagnant water, or pet waste.
4. Use Lights Wisely
Limit outdoor lighting at night, as lights attract flies. Use yellow bug lights to repel flies.
5. Maintain Proper Hygiene
Keep indoor and outdoor areas clean and free of spills, food crumbs, and decaying organic matter.
6. Eliminate Standing Water
Prevent standing water as many fly species breed and feed on it. Clean gutters and maintain sewage systems properly.
How to Prevent Flies Indoor
How to Prevent Flies Indoor
How to Get Rid Of Flies Indoor Safely and Naturally
How to Get Rid Of Flies Indoor Safely and Naturally
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