Newtownabbey 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 can breed rapidly, which means that if you notice a handful of adult flies there is probably many more eggs. Adult flies will fly out of drains and typically die quickly, but they can be a nuisance inside houses. They don’t tend to spread diseases but could contaminate foodstuffs.

Drain flies can be recognised by their tiny size and dark colour. They are covered in hair which gives them a fluffy appearance, and in addition they have substantial wings which 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 essential to a successful treatment.

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