STL Pest Control

Fruit flies may be tiny, but they can become a big frustration fast.

In St. Louis homes, restaurants, and kitchens, fruit flies are usually attracted to ripe, fermenting, or decaying fruits and vegetables. They can also breed in places many people overlook, including drains, garbage disposals, trash bins, empty bottles and cans, and even mop buckets.

Because their life cycle can move quickly, a small issue can turn into a noticeable swarm in a short amount of time. The key is finding and removing the breeding source, not just swatting the adults you see.

A few prevention tips:

• Store ripe fruit in the refrigerator
• Toss overripe produce quickly
• Rinse bottles and cans before recycling
• Keep trash covered
• Clean drains, disposals, counters, and damp areas regularly

If fruit flies keep coming back, STL Pest Control can help identify the source and provide a professional solution.

Professional service. Local experience. Straightforward help when you need it.

Learn more: https://stlpestcontrol.com/pest-library/flies/fruit-fly/