Kingston Upon Thames 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 can breed rapidly, which means that if you notice a handful of adult flies there is probably considerably more eggs. Adult flies will fly out of drains and usually die quickly, but they can become a nuisance inside homes. They don’t usually carry diseases but could contaminate food.

Drain flies can be recognised by their little size and dark colour. They are covered in hair which gives them a fluffy look, and they also have large 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 vital to an effective treatment.

If you think you have a drain fly infestation, you can test drains by half covering them with a piece of tape. Leave this for about 4 days. If you see flies stuck 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 extensive cleaning of drains is a successful way to get rid of drain flies. However, proper cleaning of pipes can be quite messy. Expert pest control companies will be able to identify and locate a drain fly infestation and execute an effective treatment to control the pests.