Lytham St Annes Drain Fly Control

Drain flies are a common pest insect in the UK. Drain flies lay their eggs in drains, sewers and other standing water. They breed rapidly, meaning that if you notice a few adult flies there is probably considerably more eggs. Adult flies will fly out of drains and ordinarily die quickly, but they can be a nuisance inside homes. They do not usually carry diseases but could contaminate food.

Drain flies can be recognised by their small size and dark colour. They are covered in hair which gives them a fluffy appearance, 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 types of flies. Correct identification and location is essential to a successful treatment.

If you suspect you have a drain fly infestation, you can test drains by half covering them with a bit of tape. Leave this for approximately 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 eradicate their breeding areas. They prefer to breed on organic matter that’s caught in clogged drains, and so thorough cleaning of drains is an effective way to eliminate drain flies. However, proper cleaning of pipes can be quite unpleasant. Expert pest control companies can identify and locate a drain fly infestation and execute a successful treatment to regulate the pests.