Easy ways to keep flies away

As the weather gets hotter and more humid, flies often become more common inside homes especially in kitchen i.  Open food uncovered garbage and poor cleaning can quickly attract them.

Flies are more than just a nuisance.

They can carry dirt and germs from one place to another and may contaminate food.  A few simple habits can help keep them away.

Keep food covered

Always cover fruits sweets, cooked food and other items. After eating clean the table and kitchen counters to remove food crumbs and spills.

Keep the trash bin clean

Food waste and wet garbage can attract flies. Use a covered bin, empty it regularly and clean it from time to time.

Store ripe fruits properly

Overripe bananas mangoes and other fruits can attract fruit flies. Keep fruits in the refrigerator when needed and throw away spoiled fruits quickly.

Check doors and windows

If flies keep coming back check the screens on your doors and windows. Repair any holes or damaged areas to stop flies from entering.

Keep the Sink dry

Dirty dishes food particles and moisture around the sink can attract insects. Clean the dishes and dry the sink before leaving the kitchen at night.

Don’t rely only on home remedies

People often use lemon, cloves mint and other strong smelling items to keep flies away.  These methods may have limited effects. The best way to control flies is to keep the kitchen clean cover food remove garbage regularly and block their entry points.