Slough 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 very quickly, which means if you notice a couple of adult flies there is probably considerably more eggs. Adult flies will fly out of drains and usually die quickly, but they can be considered a nuisance inside houses. They don’t tend to spread diseases but could contaminate foodstuffs.

Drain flies can be identified by their little size and dark colour. They are covered in hair which gives them a fluffy look, and they have large wings which they fold above themselves when not in use. Drain flies can be easily confused with fruit flies or other species of flies. Precise identification and location is key to an effective 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 find flies stuck on the tape then the drain is infested. The most effective 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 thorough cleaning of drains is a successful way to get rid of drain flies. However, proper cleaning of pipes is often very unpleasant. Expert pest control companies will be able to identify and locate a drain fly infestation and conduct an effective treatment to regulate the pests.