Flies & gnats
House flies: identification & house fly control
Flies breed in decaying organic matter, so control starts with finding the source — trash, drains, a dead animal or pet waste. We eliminate the breeding site and add baiting, traps and exterior treatment.
How to identify house flies
- What it looks like
- Gray flies with four dark stripes on the thorax and large red eyes.
- Size
- 1/4 inch
- Where you'll find it
- Kitchens, trash areas, dumpsters, compost, animal waste and drains.
- Commonly confused with
- Cluster flies are larger, sluggish and appear in fall; blow flies are metallic.
Signs of house flies in your home
- Flies clustering at windows
- Small dark specks on ceilings and light fixtures
- Maggots near trash or a dead animal
House flies questions homeowners ask
Why are there suddenly a lot of flies in my house?
A sudden indoor swarm usually means a breeding source inside — a dead rodent in a wall, a trash spill or a dirty drain.
House fly control by city
Local technicians handle house flies in every market below — pick your city for neighborhood coverage, seasonal notes and a free quote.
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