Fly Control Solutions

Flies can be very difficult to get control of. Please refer to the following recommendations to achieve desired level of fly control.

• Remove potential breeding sites on the outside


• Use exclusion techniques to prevent flies from entering inside


• Eliminate potential breeding sites on the inside


• Maintain a moderate level of sanitation

Concentrating on these steps will help fly populations be greatly reduced, and you will be well on your way to controlling your fly population.

Areas of Concern	Solutions
Reduce outside breeding sites
Dumpsters	Make sure that garbage cans or dumpsters have tight fitting lids; Pressure wash periodically and treat with a residual insecticide
Debris	Don't let organic material accumulate or rot
Outside Trash Receptacles	Remove garbage at least 2 times per week
Landscaping Areas	Weeds & old clippings removed, good drainage
Prevent flies from entering
Entrances	Treat with a residual insecticide to kill flies where they land; Use of air-curtains; Time released pyrethrin spray; Tightly seal doors and windows; Maintain screens; Keep trash cans as far away from door as possible
Garbage and Garbage Cans	Garbage should be removed frequently; Keep far away from entry points
Processing and Prep Equipment	Keep exposed food covered
Dishwashing Areas	Keep clean; Prevent accumulation of food particles
Floor Areas Under Counters	Try to keep debris picked up off floor and out of crevices and out from under appliances
Cabinets and equipment	Can accumulate debris; Keep Clean
Floor Drains and Ceiling Vents	Do not let floor drains stand in water; keep ceiling vents screened properly; Commercial Kitchens should make sure that floor drains are screened and grease pits are emptied and cleaned at least 1 time per month.
Cleaning Equipment	Brooms and mops should be thoroughly and hung upside down
Food Storage Areas	Kept Clean and free from rotting or fermenting material; Keep material in proper storage containers
Animal carcasses	Should be disposed of promptly; Placed in a air tight bag if possible
Incoming Produce	Store in proper place as soon as possible