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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.

Our targeted flies pest control service combines the most advanced technology and methods available to help take back your home.

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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.

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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.

Fortify

We’ll do everything we can to keep insects out—seal, caulk, plug, and secure gaps and cracks.

Keep Watch

We’ll treat the interior of your home and install pest monitors in critical areas such as kitchens, baths, utility rooms, and garages.

Report

Fly exterminators from Orkin always provide a detailed report of services rendered and recommendations to help keep your home free of pests.

Follow Up

We’ll stay in touch between our regularly scheduled visits and respond to any immediate needs.

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Custom Treatment

Fly Control Made Personal

Every home is unique, and so are our fly treatments that are tailored to fit your situation.

Thorough Investigation

A Pro will assess the severity of the fly infestation by investigating your home, focusing on their breeding areas.

Flies Treatment Plan

After the assessment, the Pro will recommend a scientifically proven customized treatment plan that will best fit your needs.

Fortifying Against Flies

Pros will stop the fly lifecycle, helping fortify your home against a reinfestation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do flies lay eggs?

What smells do flies hate?

Are fruit flies harmful?

What causes fruit flies in the house?

What causes a lot of flies in the house?

How do exterminators get rid of flies?

How much does an exterminator cost for flies?

Resources

Protect Your Home From Flies

How to Identify Drain Flies | What Causes Drain Flies

Fruit Fly Facts | Get Rid of Fruit Flies in the House

I found maggots in my bedroom

Q

I have searched everywhere in the bedroom but cannot find a source or additional bugs. What are they?

Why are there maggots in my kitchen?

Q

We have found maggots in the corners of the kitchen floor. Where could they come from and why are they here?

What are these tiny black worms in the shower?

Q

We clean our drains and shower tile often. Why do we still have these worms and how can we get rid of them?

Where Do Fruit Flies Come From?

Garbage Flies

Horsefly Bites

Fruit Fly Reproduction Rate Data

What are these small, black, flying insects in my laundry room?

Q

I’ve noticed some flying insects have invaded my laundry room in the last few weeks. The only way to describe them is that they look like flies, but a bit smaller. They’re easy to kill, but they keep coming.

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Fly Control at Its Finest

They'll never fly under our radar.

Get Your Custom Quote

Problems with pests? We can help.

The Orkin Guarantee

The Science

What are the risks of flies?

Open Garbage Is Their Buffet

Open Food

Scum Coating the Bottom and Inside of Drains

Fruit Fly Reproduction Rates

Our Approach

Treatment Plans That Work for You

The Orkin Approach

The Orkin Approach

Investigate

Protect

Fortify

Keep Watch

Report

Follow Up

Custom Treatment

Fly Control Made Personal

Thorough Investigation

Flies Treatment Plan

Fortifying Against Flies

Resources

Protect Your Home From Flies

How to Identify Drain Flies | What Causes Drain Flies

Fruit Fly Facts | Get Rid of Fruit Flies in the House

I found maggots in my bedroom

Q

Why are there maggots in my kitchen?

Q

What are these tiny black worms in the shower?

Q

Where Do Fruit Flies Come From?

Garbage Flies

Horsefly Bites

Fruit Fly Reproduction Rate Data

What are these small, black, flying insects in my laundry room?

Q

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