Sunderland Drain Fly Control

Drain flies are a typical pest insect in the United Kingdom. Drain flies lay their eggs in drains, sewers and other standing water. They can breed very quickly, which means if you see a handful of adult flies there is likely considerably more eggs. Adult flies will fly out of drains and typically die quickly, but they can become a nuisance inside houses. They do not tend to carry diseases but could contaminate foodstuffs.

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 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 an effective treatment.

If you think you have a drain fly infestation, you can test drains by half covering them with a bit 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 eradicate their breeding areas. They like to breed on organic matter that’s caught in clogged drains, and so comprehensive cleaning of drains is a successful way to remove drain flies. However, proper cleaning of pipes can be extremely messy. Expert pest control companies will be able to identify and locate a drain fly infestation and carry out a highly effective treatment to manage the pests.