Braintree Drain Fly Control

Drain flies are a typical pest insect in the United Kingdom. Drain flies lay their eggs in drains, sewers and other standing water. They breed rapidly, which means if you notice a handful of adult flies there is likely considerably more eggs. Adult flies will fly out of drains and normally die quickly, but they can become a nuisance inside homes. They don’t usually carry diseases but could contaminate food products.

Drain flies can be identified by their small size and dark colour. They are covered in hair which gives them a fluffy look, and in addition they have substantial wings which they fold above themselves when not in use. Drain flies can be easily confused with fruit flies or other types of flies. Correct identification and location is essential to an effective treatment.

If you suspect you have a drain fly infestation, you can test drains by half covering them with a piece of tape. Leave this for approximately 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 like to breed on organic matter that’s caught in clogged drains, and so extensive cleaning of drains is an effective way to eliminate drain flies. However, proper cleaning of pipes is often very unpleasant. Professional pest control companies can identify and locate a drain fly infestation and conduct an effective treatment to regulate the pests.