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Understanding flies in the Triad.

Flies belong to the order Diptera, which means "two wings." They're a highly diverse group of insects found nearly everywhere on Earth, with more than 110,000 known species. Flies have short lifespans and excellent vision. Their compound eyes allow them to detect movement quickly, making them hard to swat.

Common types of flies in North Carolina are:

  • House fly: Accounts for about 90% of the types of flies in the home 
  • Fruit fly: Attracted to ripened fruit in the kitchen
  • Fungus gnat: Lays eggs in and around wet contaminated soil
  • Blow fly: Metallic in color and drawn to decaying matter such as garbage

The impact of flies on health and hygiene.

While flies play a role in breaking down organic matter, their constant buzzing and hovering make them a nuisance. More importantly, they spread bacteria that can contaminate food, surfaces, and harm a business’s reputation.

House flies don’t eat solid food. They regurgitate digestive enzymes onto the food to liquefy it, then suck it up, leaving behind harmful pathogens and waste. This behavior makes them a major threat in buildings, restaurants and food processing facilities.

On top of spreading bacteria, flies reproduce rapidly, laying hundreds of eggs in food waste, manure or standing water. Their larvae, or maggots, grow quickly, leading to fly infestations that often require professional treatment.

5 Tips to fly-proof your structure.

Flies typically enter through common entry points, like doors, windows, drains and vents. They often breed in trash cans, compost piles, pet waste or drains, with peak fly activity in the summer months. However, there are steps you can take to limit flies.

  1. Store food properly.
  2. Empty garbage regularly.
  3. Install screens on windows and doors.
  4. Seal common entry points with caulk or weatherstripping.
  5. Regular maintenance and sanitation.

Still having fly concerns? If you’re taking precautions to banish flies and they remain a problem, a pest control professional can help.

Are fly traps effective?

Fly traps are a helpful tool in an overall prevention strategy, but they’re not a long-term solution. Traps don’t address the source of the problem, and some flies, like blow flies, may ignore the traps entirely. The traps also require maintenance and need to be replaced regularly.

Professional fly control.

Locally owned and trusted since 1932, Terminix Triad has been protecting North Carolinians for generations. Our licensed experts know the pests unique to our region and take pride in delivering standout service you won’t find anywhere else. With guaranteed results and our pest-free satisfaction promise, you can count on us to get the job done right.

Protect your business today.

Say goodbye to buzzing pests. Trust Terminix to identify and eliminate the problem for a fly-free space. Request your free pest control quote or speak with an expert at 877-372-9696.

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