How to get rid of flies

Using a professional fly control service is the most effective way to guarantee the complete removal of flies from your business. Your Rentokil Technician will follow the ERDM approach to ensure your long-term protection:

• Exclusion - Proofing of doors, windows, roof vents, etc. to prevent flies from entering the building
• Restriction - General good housekeeping practices to remove possible fly breeding sites
• Destruction - Use of the correct fly control treatment for your individual circumstances
• Monitoring - Inspection during regular visits

How to repel flies

Flies can be a nuisance pest for businesses. A fly infestation could pose a serious health risk as flies are known to spread a range of diseases, such as Salmonella and E. Coli.

If you want to prevent flies, there are some practical steps you can take to deter them. The recommended steps involve making changes indoors and outdoors to cover all potential hot spots and ensure effective fly control. Many of these methods are cost-free and only require your time to action.

• Deny flies access - keep windows and doors closed.
• Flyscreens - fit flyscreens to windows, especially around kitchen and waste areas.
• Cover food - flies spread diseases by landing on food before we eat it.
• Clear away - clear food debris and liquid spillages from food consumption and preparation areas and under kitchen appliances.
• Trash bins/compost bins - ensure all waste containers have tightly sealed lids.
• Clean up dead flies - leaving them behind provides a snack for other pests such as carpet beetles.
• Water barrels - cover these with well-fitting lids.
• Clean drains - ensure drains are kept clean and free of debris to reduce fly breeding sites.

Fly and gnat control in restaurants

Flies and gnats found in restaurants are not only a nuisance for dining patrons but also pose health hazards with the diseases they carry. Flies and gnats are attracted to restaurant environments because they feed on the rotting organic matter found in decaying fruits, vegetables, and meats. They can then spread these substances with their feet to human food and food preparation surfaces.

Sanitation is key when it comes to keeping flies out of commercial kitchens and dining areas in a restaurant. Frequently taking out trash, thoroughly wiping down all surfaces, and regularly inspecting produce deliveries upon arrival for rotting items can greatly reduce the risk of a fly infestation in your business.

Ongoing protection with Lumnia

Lumnia is Rentokil’s revolutionary UV Insect Light Trap. It offers a truly effective solution to monitor and control flies, protecting your business and the well-being of your customers and employees.

These indoor light traps, powered by LED technology, help reduce the risk of contamination from flying insects and fragmentation of caught insects. There’s no catch tray, no mess, and no more fly issues. For a professional solution to your fly problem, call Rentokil at 1-855-633-6260 or contact us online.

¹Based on controlled testing over a 24-hour period comparing EcoCatch Flies to competitor disposable liquid bait alternative.