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Flies

FLIES

There are almost 120,000 species of flies living across the world and this country plays host to a large number of those species, some common ones found include the Housefly, Cluster Fly, Horsefly, Fruit fly, Hoverfly and Midges to name a few and all of these flies have one thing in common they can carry a large number of diseases and bacteria which they will spread onto any they land on. Flies spend most of their time hanging around areas of bad sanitation, such as dustbins and rubbish tips, sewers and any decaying faeces. Flies can vary in size and shape and will live an average of 21 days, when flies eat they will take in liquid foods fairly easily however they are not able to digest hard foods however they are able to combat this by regurgitating and then eating the foods again. The lifecycle of the fly starts from the eggs (or better known as maggots) which are usually deposited around rubbish and waste, these eggs will usually take up to 3 days to hatch. The number of eggs deposited can range from 100 to 150 at any one time and they will reach adulthood in up to 3 weeks and will live for around 21 days.

HOUSEFLY

These are the most common flies found around households and they grow up to a quarter of an inch long, they have two clear wings and are a grey colour. The thorax of the fly can be identified as having four dark stripes along. This fly also has two eyes which are made up of around 4,000 smaller eyes to enable them to see in all directions. These flies can live an average of 30 to 60 days.

FRUIT FLY

Fruit flies are identified as being around a quarter of an inch long and yellowish in colour they will live for around 8-10 days, these flies will lay between 700 to 800 eggs and the population increases in the summer months (less in winter). Fruit flies can be found lying in ripe fruits within fields or on rotting fruits around the home.

 CLUSTER FLY

Cluster flies are slightly larger than the common housefly they are a dull grey colour and have a black marking on the body they also have a golden hair found on the thorax. Cluster flies are usually found around the early to middle of winter and are sometimes known as attic flies. You can easily identify cluster flies as they will buzz slowly and sluggishly around the home in large numbers.

FACTS

  • Houseflies are very sensitive to sugar.

  • Flies are the only insect which has two wings all other insects have four.

FLY CONTROL TREATMENT

Cluster Flies – We carry out a insecticidal fogging treatment (containing permethrin) to the loft space and also we can use insecticide smoke generators where required. A four hour exclusion time is required after this treatment is completed.

House Flies – Fly bag traps, spray treatments to window frames, ceilings and light fittings or domestic electric fly killers. For sprays a four hour exclusion time is required after this treatment is completed. CALL THE FLY CONTROL EXPERTS NOW ON 0800 0854460.

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Redtop Fly Trap Non Toxic

Redtop Fly Trap
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A SUPERB FLY TRAP which can catch up to 20,000 flies ideal for domestic gardens, pub/restaurant beer gardens, premises with livestock and any areas with high populations of flies.

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Cluster Fly Control - Fortefog Mini Smoke Generators

Cluster Fly Control - Fortefog Mini Smoke Generators
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Supplied with free mask and gloves the Forterog smoke generators are ideal for the control of light infestations of cluster flies in enclosed spaces such as lofts/attics. Contains 13.5% Peremethrin.

For larger areas/heavier infestations call our technical helpline 0800 0854460 for advice and a quotation if required for one of our qualified service technicians to carry out a required treatment.

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SX - Cyperbug Insecticide Spray (1 litre)

SX - Cyperbug Insecticide Spray (1 litre)
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Supplied with free mask and gloves, SX Cyperbug Insectide spray is ideal against a range of crawling insects: Carpet Beetles, Clothes Moths, Fleas, Cockroaches and Bed Bugs.

In all cases these infestations can be VERY difficult to control and larger infestations should always be treated by a qualified technician using professional insecticides. Phone freephone 0800 0854460 for more information, quotes and treatment schedules.

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