Whitehaven Drain Fly Control

Drain flies are a common pest insect in the United Kingdom. Drain flies lay their eggs in drains, sewers and other standing water. They breed rapidly, meaning that if you notice a handful of adult flies there is probably many more eggs. Adult flies will fly out of drains and generally die quickly, but they can be a nuisance inside houses. They don’t usually spread diseases but could contaminate food products.

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 substantial wings which they fold above themselves when not in use. Drain flies can be easily confused with fruit flies or other types of flies. Accurate identification and location is critical to an effective 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 about four days. If you find flies caught 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 extensive cleaning of drains is a successful way to remove drain flies. However, proper cleaning of pipes can be quite messy. Professional pest control companies can identify and locate a drain fly infestation and perform a highly effective treatment to control the pests.