How To Get Rid Of Fruit Flies
July 23, 2008
Of all the tiny insects, fruit flies tend to be the most annoying. They come en masse and before you know it, the entire kitchen or dining room is abuzz with them. Thankfully, one can get rid of these pesky pests quite easily. You can eliminate the source of this fruit fly infestation by cutting off their supplies, food, shelter and breeding ability. Since fruit flies eat and breed in moist, organic materials i.e. ripe or rotting fruits and vegetables, dirty sponges and wash-cloths, juices, spills and messes, a typical infestation is generally centred around the kitchen area. Here are some DIY tips on how to get rid of these clumsy fliers.
Getting Rid of Fruit Flies
Remove all spilt or standing liquid, including any soft, wet material or fabrics. Empty overflowing trash and invest in trash containers that come with tight-fitting lids that close securely. Refrain from piling dirty dishes in the sink; instead wash them as soon as they are used. Don’t leave expose foods, such as, potatoes, moist grains and legumes or fruits and vegetables on kitchen counters. Make it a habit to store all fresh fruits and vegetables in the fridge.
Having taken care of fruit fly attractants, you should also eliminate their method of entry. Fruit flies generally come in from the outside, especially if there are lots of bushes and vegetation nearby, or if there are trash cans near entrances to your house. Why not remove or relocate them farther away from your home. Ensure all house windows have screens and place fruit fly traps close to entrance points.
DIY by filling bowls or soda bottles with fruit juice, beer, soda, V8, apple cider, or vinegar along with a few drops of cooking oil or dish soap to trap them in the liquid. Or, buy fruit fly traps or bug zappers from the store. They work just as well as the DIY versions. Place fly paper inside and outside entrance points, or hang some near bright lights to increase its effectiveness.
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