Leicestershire Drain Fly Control

Drain flies are a widespread pest insect in the United Kingdom. Drain flies lay their eggs in drains, sewers and other standing water. They breed very quickly, which means that if you notice a couple of adult flies there is probably substantially more eggs. Adult flies will fly out of drains and usually die quickly, but they can be considered a nuisance inside houses. They don’t usually spread diseases but could contaminate food.

Drain flies can be recognised by their tiny size and dark colour. They are covered in hair which gives them a fluffy appearance, and in addition they have sizeable wings that they fold above themselves when not in use. Drain flies can be easily confused with fruit flies or other species of flies. Correct identification and location is crucial to an effective treatment.

If you suspect you have a drain fly infestation, you can test drains by half covering them with a bit of tape. Leave this for around four days. If you find flies stuck on the tape then the drain is infested. The best way to control a drain fly infestation is to eradicate their breeding areas. They prefer to breed on organic matter that’s caught in clogged drains, and so comprehensive cleaning of drains is an effective way to get rid of drain flies. However, proper cleaning of pipes can be quite messy. Professional pest control companies can identify and locate a drain fly infestation and conduct a successful treatment to control the pests.