Tip: Keep your pet’s area clean. Clean up droppings immediately and store food airtightly.
6. Nearby Plants and Gardens
If you live in a house with a garden, plants and flowers can attract flying insects. Some plant species are especially attractive to flies. In addition, excess compost or decaying organic matter can encourage flies to grow.
Tip: Keep the garden clean. Remove any organic matter that may be decaying and evaluate which plants are most likely to attract flies.
7. Air Conditioners
Air conditioning and ventilation systems can attract flies. If there are gaps or crevices through which they can enter, they will become an access point. In addition, if the system is not cleaned regularly, it can accumulate debris that acts as an attraction.
Tip: Perform regular maintenance of your air conditioner and make sure there are no gaps for flies to slip through.
8. Outdoor Dumpsters
If you have an outside dumpster, make sure it’s closed. Odors from trash are attractive to flies, so if the lid is broken or doesn’t close properly, you run the risk of them entering your home.
Tip: Use sealed trash bags and choose containers that close tightly to minimize odor.