Herefordshire Drain Fly Control

Drain flies are a typical pest insect in the UK. Drain flies lay their eggs in drains, sewers and other standing water. They can breed rapidly, meaning that if you notice a few adult flies there is probably a lot more eggs. Adult flies will fly out of drains and typically die quickly, but they can become a nuisance inside houses. They don’t tend to spread diseases but could contaminate food.

Drain flies can be identified by their little size and dark colour. They are covered in hair which gives them a fluffy appearance, and in addition they have large 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 key to an effective treatment.

If you think you have a drain fly infestation, you can test drains by half covering them with a bit of tape. Leave this for about 4 days. If you see flies caught on the tape then the drain is infested. The most effective way to control a drain fly infestation is to get rid of their breeding areas. They prefer to breed on organic matter that’s caught in clogged drains, and so comprehensive cleaning of drains is a successful way to eliminate drain flies. However, proper cleaning of pipes can be very unpleasant. Professional pest control companies can identify and locate a drain fly infestation and execute a successful treatment to control the pests.