Flies
Flies are common pests found in homes, restaurants, and businesses throughout Tennessee. They are not only a nuisance but can also pose health risks by spreading bacteria and contaminating food. Several species, including house flies, fruit flies, and cluster flies, can invade indoor spaces, especially during warmer months.
Why they’re a problem
- Disease transmission: Flies pick up pathogens on their bodies and in their saliva and can transfer harmful bacteria and viruses to food, utensils, and surfaces.
- Rapid reproduction: Flies breed quickly, laying hundreds of eggs in decaying organic matter, garbage, or food waste. This leads to fast-growing infestations.
- Food contamination: Flies are attracted to exposed food and garbage, increasing the risk of contamination and spoilage.
- Nuisance: Their buzzing and constant presence can disrupt daily activities, dining experiences, and business operations.
- Difficult to control: Because flies are highly mobile and can enter through small openings, keeping them out requires vigilance and professional assistance.
Signs you may have flies
- Adult flies buzzing indoors
Seeing flies actively flying inside your home or business, especially near food preparation areas, is a clear sign of an infestation. - Larvae or maggots
Fly larvae, or maggots, can be found in garbage bins, drains, or decaying organic matter. They appear as small, cream-colored worms and indicate breeding nearby. - Fly spots or specks
Flies leave behind dark spots of feces or vomit on walls, countertops, windows, or near light fixtures. - Unpleasant odors
Accumulation of decaying organic material, where flies breed, often creates foul smells in infested areas. - Fly clusters
Cluster flies, in particular, may gather in large numbers around windows, attics, or wall voids during cooler months as they seek shelter. - Attraction to lights
Many fly species are drawn to lights at night and may be seen swarming around light fixtures and open windows.
Professional fly control often involves removing breeding sites and targeted treatments to prevent further infestations.
Contact Professional Pest Management to keep flies away and protect your home or business — call (931) 680-7249 today.
