Did you know that fruit flies can lay 500 eggs at a time? Those eggs can hatch in as little as thirty hours after being deposited, and for you, that spells one thing – a counter full of fruit flies. As many experts know in the world of fruit flies’ control, implementing pest control prevention tips is essential. If you have ripe fruit sitting on the kitchen counter at home, you can start here by moving it to the trash. But homes aren’t the only place where these problem pests develop, though. They also attack businesses and restaurants, using drains, trash cans, and even mop buckets as breeding grounds. Looking for ways to get rid of fruit flies? You may want to try a few of these.
- Prevention: The best way to get rid of fruit flies is to make sure you never have a problem in the first place. Overly ripe produce will need to be eaten or at least refrigerated. If you have fruits and vegetables on your counter that are cracked or damagers, be sure you refrigerate those as well. Spills that contain fruits and vegetables, like fruit or vegetable juice, should be cleaned up immediately.
- A Bit of Cleaning: If you already have a problem with these creatures, it’s important to eliminate those breeding grounds as quickly as you can. The best way to do that is with some cleaning. Dish soap and vinegar are essential elements. Wipe down counters, wash dishes, and be sure to scrub the trash can, too, if you’ve thrown out bad fruit, as the juice can leak down through the trash bag to create an additional breeding ground.
- Some Sealing: You’ll also want to make sure you seal any additional foods the fruit flies might infest to help remove the problem. Storing fruits and vegetables in the refrigerator is a must until the fruit flies are gone, and if you make your own wine, cider, or beer, make sure the containers are well sealed.
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