Hove 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, which means if you notice a few adult flies there is likely substantially more eggs. Adult flies will fly out of drains and generally die quickly, but they can be considered a nuisance inside homes. They do not usually spread diseases but could contaminate foodstuffs.

Drain flies can be identified by their tiny size and dark colour. They are covered in hair which gives them a fluffy look, and they also have sizeable wings which they fold above themselves when not in use. Drain flies can be easily confused with fruit flies or other types of flies. Precise identification and location is crucial to a successful 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 around four days. If you see flies stuck on the tape then the drain is infested. The best way to control a drain fly infestation is to remove 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 extremely messy. Specialist pest control companies will be able to identify and locate a drain fly infestation and execute an effective treatment to control the pests.