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Fly Control at Its Finest

Q: Where do flies lay eggs?

House flies lay their eggs in decaying organic matter like trash and animal feces; fruit flies lay their eggs in fruit and drain flies lay their eggs in drains.

Q: What smells do flies hate?

Flies hate the smell of essential oils like lemongrass, peppermint, lavender, and eucalyptus. They also dislike the smell of camphor, cinnamon, and cloves. For effective fly repellent and prevention, contact an Orkin Pro.

Q: Are fruit flies harmful?

Bacteria and germs can stick to fruit fly bodies that may subsequently get on your food and transmit health problems like diarrhea or other gastro-intestinal diseases.

Q: What causes fruit flies in the house?

Fruit flies may come in through your food products and because of their rapid reproduction rate, can infest the area quickly.

Q: What causes a lot of flies in the house?

Flies can enter homes via food products (fruit flies) or drift in through open windows and doors. They may also be attracted to and develop in decaying organic matter in drains.

Q: How do exterminators get rid of flies?

There are a variety of strategies an exterminator can use to get rid of flies. Connect with an Orkin Pro to create an effective fly control plan for your home or business.

Q: How much does an exterminator cost for flies?

The cost of a fly exterminator varies depending on the pest control treatment plan. Get a free quote and contact your local Orkin Branch for a comprehensive pest inspection and help get rid of flies.

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The Science

What are the risks of flies?

Learn all about flies

Open Garbage Is Their Buffet

The last thing you want to see is a bunch of winged nuisances turning your garbage can into their condo.

Open Food

Fruit flies can swarm fruit that's decomposing, open soda and alcohol containers — anything that's sugary, sweet, and available.

Scum Coating the Bottom and Inside of Drains

Drain flies gather, mate, and lay eggs in moisture or standing water. Your drains could become their breeding ground if left unchecked.

Fruit Fly Reproduction Rates

Fruit flies can lay 100s of eggs within their short life. Within 24-30 hours, the eggs hatch into maggots, feasting on the fruit they were born in.

Our Approach

Treatment Plans That Work for You

Orkin Pros are trained to diagnose and treat fly problems. Because every home is different, they work with you to design a unique program for your situation.

The Orkin Approach

Investigate

We’ll inspect your home from top to bottom, inside and out, for current or potential fly problems and other pests.

Protect

Our fly exterminators will treat the perimeter of your structure with the appropriate materials, remove all accessible spiderwebs and wasp nests, and use the safest methods available.