Leigh 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 very quickly, which means if you notice a few adult flies there is likely many more eggs. Adult flies will fly out of drains and ordinarily die quickly, but they can become a nuisance inside houses. They do not tend to 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 in addition they 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 key to a successful 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 around 4 days. If you find flies caught on the tape then the drain is infested. The best way to control a drain fly infestation is to eliminate their breeding areas. They like 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 is often very unpleasant. Professional pest control companies can identify and locate a drain fly infestation and perform a highly effective treatment to manage the pests.