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Old Nov 5, 2009, 07:18 AM
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Small flies in our house and can't get rid of them

We have these small flies that seem to be attacked to our kitchen and bathrooms. They are bigger than fruit flies but smaller than the common fly. When you kill them they have blood in them. We don't allow food to be out and the dirty dishes are cleaned in the dishwasher. In the kitchen they hang on the ceiling and near the sink drain. They aren't attacked to apple cider vinegar since I've tried that. Coffee with sugar and milk attracks some. Any ideas short of opening the windows and freezing them out?

 
     

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Old Nov 6, 2009, 06:43 AM   #11  
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Old Nov 12, 2009, 08:49 AM   #12  
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Flies are annoying and a huge hassle. Thankfully, they are also something that is not too difficult to handle. Most people will have some fly problem. They easily fly into your home and then love to buzz about until you can swat at them.

Most of the time flies do not become a huge problem, but in some cases you may end up with more than you can swat away with the fly swatter. One thing you will want to do before even getting started on ridding your home of flies is to stop any more form getting in. You can do this by checking doors and windows. Make sure they are sealed and any holes are repaired. Also let family members know that doors and windows should be kept shut, unless they have a screen.

You should also be aware of what attracts flies into your home in the first place. They will be attracted to food items that are easy to get and to standing water. So, you need to get rid of these sources. Make sure all food is put away and tightly sealed. Do not leave food out at all. This includes things like bread or bananas which may keep on the counter. Also get rid of any standing water. Make sure you wipe off the sinks after use and always empty bath and dish water immediately.

Also keep these thoughts in mind about outside your home. IOf you have standing water or a garbage can near your home then they will attract flies that will likely get into your home.



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Old Nov 19, 2009, 02:59 PM   #13  
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Ruzzel, Linda, all of those are good suggestions for dealing with house and carrion flies, which were not what sigcopper was dealing with. Please keep those answers handy for questions about house or carrion flies.

Before confusion sets in, I am closing this question thread. Thank you for your input, please continue in pertinent threads.
 
 
     
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