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The Top 3 Ways Professional Exterminators Get Rid of Fruit Flies

Fruit flies are a common nuisance in homes and businesses, especially during the warmer months. These tiny pests can pose a risk to food safety, as they may carry bacteria and other pathogens. While DIY methods can work great, sometimes enlisting a professional exterminator is the most effective way to eliminate fruit flies. In this article we will show you what products professional extermination companies use to get rid of fruit flies fast!

1. Comprehensive Inspection and Sanitation

The first step in successfully getting rid of fruit flies is a thorough inspection. This involves examining areas where food is stored, prepared, and disposed of, as well as checking for any potential breeding sites.

Finding Breeding Grounds

• Kitchens: Moist environments containing food, like kitchens, are most likely to harbour fruit flies. By pinpointing specific breeding areas, a professional grade cleansing foam can be used to eliminate their breeding grounds. We frequently use a product called "Hot Spot" cleansing foam at our company to help with this. This cleanser is best used in and around sink drains, at the bottom of garbage cans, compost bins and any other scummy breeding grounds that fruit flies thrive in.

Hot Spot Drain Foam

2. Chemical and Non-chemical Methods of elimination

After identifying the source, exterminators usually use a combination of targeted treatments, including chemical and non-chemical methods:

Chemical Treatments

• Insecticide Sprays: Applied directly to infested areas to eliminate adult fruit flies. We tend to use sprays such as Onguards "Total insect aerosol spray" at our company. This spray is labeled for use both inside and outside of the home meaning that once your fruit fly issue is under control you can go on the hunt for any other pest issues you may have noticed around the house!

OnGuard Total Insect

Note: Make sure to remove any open food in areas you plan to use this product. Although it is considered a domestic product, and is generally looked at as safer than a commercial spray, it is still something you wouldn't want contaminating your food with.

Non-Chemical Strategies for Getting Rid of Fruit Flies

• Trapping: Another strategy that we like to use at Greeny's pest control for getting rid of fruit flies are glue traps. Unlike the crawling insect glue traps, which comes in the form of a flat glue board, flying insect glue traps typically come in the form of a cylindrical tube and require a fly bait to be added to them. The best ones we have come across are called the "Gold Stick Fly Trap" and are made by a brand called Catchmaster. The good news with this product, is that it already comes with the fly bait in the box saving you from having to buy it separately. Instructions on how to use this product are listed right on the outside of the box making it easy for anyone to use.

  
  

  

  Gold Stick Fly Trap

3. Ongoing Monitoring and Follow-Up

Effective fruit fly control requires ongoing monitoring and follow-up. Professional exterminators may schedule regular inspections to check for new signs of activity. They might also recommend ongoing treatments, such as periodic insecticide applications or additional traps.

Education for Homeowners

Exterminators often educate homeowners on prevention strategies, including:

• Food Storage Practices: Keeping fruits and vegetables refrigerated or sealed.

• Regular Cleaning Routines: Emphasizing cleanliness in kitchens and dining areas to prevent future infestations.

Conclusion

Fruit flies can quickly become a significant problem if not addressed properly. Professional exterminators use a comprehensive approach, starting with inspection and identification, followed by targeted treatments and preventive measures, and concluding with ongoing monitoring. If you’re struggling with a fruit fly infestation, we highly recommend trying out some of the products listed above or if you prefer professional extermination companies like ours are always here to help!

Written by: Cameron Sheedy - Owner/Founder of Greeny's pest control Inc.

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