How to Get Rid of House Flies Around the Patio

Nothing ruins dining al fresco or an outdoor gathering quite as fast as swarming flies around food and drinks. They aren’t just annoying but pose a health risk by spreading bacteria from the pathogens they pick up from their feces and rotten food. Contamination takes seconds.

Tips to reduce and get rid of house flies:

• Keep food covered with mesh food screens until ready for serving.
• Keep grill lids covered - lift only to flip food.
• Remove standing water - Getting rid of these water sources can keep flies from multiplying.
• Don’t overwater your garden.
• Remove pet droppings from your yard.
• Keep trash cans covered with tight-fitting lids and at a distance from your patio.
• Wash out recycling and garbage bins to get rid of the sludge and liquid where flies most commonly form.
• A fan blowing a gentle breeze over cooking, prep, and eating surfaces will help keep flies away.
• Keep screens in good repair.
• Light a citronella candle – the strong scent will help repel flies.

Depending on the situation, it may be necessary to contact Abell Pest Control to help with fly control.