Flies are among the most common and annoying home pests. We've put together a guide to the most common Flies that invade your home. Learn how they end up there and what you can do about them.
Gray tone, up to one-half-inch long
More common indoors during warmer months, but can survive up to 50 days indoors if food is present
Carries many disease-causing germs
Tends to rest in room corners or on thin objects, such as blinds or electrical cords
Prevention tip: Maintain a clean house. Dispose of pet waste properly. Seal garbage cans tightly. Install screens over windows and doors and be aware of other common insect entry points. Learn more HERE.
Large, dark gray, slow-moving Flies. These are the Flies that bump into you in winter
Tend to cluster along window ledges and are more prevalent on the upper floors of a building
Are Earthworm parasites; commonly found where healthy earthworm populations exist, such as in a well-groomed lawn
Prevention tip: Reduce watering frequency for houseplants and allow soil to dry between waterings. Don't let plants sit in water; don't allow water to sit in drainage dishes. For severe outbreaks, use Dual Action Rose & Flower Insect Killer.