You may have noticed tiny, black, fly-like creatures that like to hover around your houseplants. They can be very annoying and might have you concerned. Luckily, these fungus gnats do not typically harm the plants and can be easily taken care of with a few preventive measures and Harris Potted Plant … [Read more...]
The House Fly Life Cycle
It’s hard to believe that creatures that typically live for less than a month could become such a nuisance to you and your family, but that is exactly what happens with flies. Their lives might be short, but they can reproduce quickly and in large numbers. House Flies go … [Read more...]
Do House Flies Spread Diseases?
House flies (musca domestica) live and breed in close proximity to humans. Flies can definitely be annoying, but do they also spread diseases? Researchers have determined that not only do flies spread diseases, but they may spread more than previously believed. How do flies spread these harmful … [Read more...]
What Attracts Flies?
Different species of flies are attracted to different things. Knowing what attracts them is the first step in your fly control. After you understand why you have so many flies, you can make changes to keep them away. There are four main types of flies that cause the majority of the problems that … [Read more...]
Getting Rid of Flies
Flies are common household pests throughout the United States and the world. They are filthy insects that are known to spread germs and diseases, as well as contaminante food and become nuisances. Fly control is necessary if you hope to mitigate the risks to you and your … [Read more...]