House Flies
What are house flies?
Quite possibly the most annoying house guest of all time, flies buzz around your head, land on your food, and generally make a nuisance of themselves. They are attracted to the smell of rotting food and use their long proboscis to drink the liquids, which is why you'll often find them near garbage cans, septic tanks, and other sources of decaying organic matter. They are attracted to the smell of rotting food and use their long proboscis to drink the liquids. House flies typically lay their eggs in decaying matter, and the larvae (maggots) feed on the decaying material. When they mature, the flies emerge from the pupal stage as adults. Although they do not bite or sting humans, house flies can transmit diseases such as typhoid fever, cholera, and dysentery. They can also cause food poisoning by contaminating food with their saliva or feces. That's why Bigfoot Home Services offers comprehensive house fly control services. We'll get rid of those pesky critters for good, and we'll do it without using harmful chemicals. So if you're looking for a safe and effective way to fight house flies, give us a call today. We're always happy to help! Contact us today to learn more.
Are house flies dangerous?
Most of us think of them as little more than a nuisance, an annoyance that buzzes around our heads and lands on our food. But are they really as harmless as they seem? According to Bigfoot Home Services, a leading provider of pest control in Boise, Idaho, there may be more to these common insects than meets the eye. For one thing, house flies are known to carry over 100 different diseases, including typhoid fever, cholera, and salmonella. They can also transmit parasites such as tapeworms and roundworms. In addition, these pesky creatures can contaminate food and surfaces with their saliva and feces, which can lead to gastrointestinal discomfort. That's why it's important to take steps to control them. Bigfoot Home Services specializes in pest control, and we can help you get rid of those pesky house flies for good. Give us a call today!
Why do I have a house fly problem?
If you find yourself asking "why do I have a house fly problem at my home?," you're not alone. Many homeowners in Boise, Idaho deal with house flies, and it can be a real nuisance. There are a few reasons why you may be dealing with house flies, but the most common reason is that they're attracted to garbage. House flies are also attracted to rotting food, so if you have any garbage or food that's been sitting out, that could be attracting them to your home. Another reason you may have a house fly problem is if you have pets. Pets can attract house flies because they often eat outside and can track them into the house. If you have a pet, make sure to keep their food bowl clean and inside the house. Lastly, if you live near farmland or another source of livestock, you may be attracting house flies to your home. House flies are attracted to manure, so if there's a farm nearby, that could be the source of your problem. If you're dealing with house flies, Bigfoot Home Services can help. Our quarterly Level Five pest control service covers house flies, and our trained professionals will inspect your home for pests and take care of any problems they find. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you get rid of your house fly problem.
Where will I find house flies?
The house fly is a well-known visitor to both urban and rural areas. House flies often move inside through open windows and doors. As we walk inside, house flies move with us. If you have large numbers of house flies inside your home, it's because there is a large population of flies breeding and feeding outside your home. Once inside, they will take advantage of food left out on counters or tables. House flies tend to become a particular problem in kitchen and pantry areas.
How do I get rid of house flies?
More than just annoying, house flies should never have free range in our homes. Keeping these pests away from our yards and homes is difficult and is a job best handled by a professional. Owyhee Environmental professionals get rid of flies and other pests using the best products on the market and a low impact approach. We provide long-lasting solutions you can trust! If you are experiencing problems with flies in your Boise or Meridian area home or business, call Owyhee Environmental today!
How can I prevent house flies in the future?
Here are some tips to prevent house flies in the future, from your friends at Bigfoot Home Services. First, keep your kitchen clean. House flies are attracted to food scraps and garbage, so be sure to sweep up crumbs and dispose of garbage regularly. Second, make sure all food is properly covered. Flies can enter your home through open windows and doors, so keep screens in good repair and close any openings that insects could get through. Third, keep an eye out for other pests. House flies often indicate the presence of other pests, such as rodents or roaches. If you see house flies, call a pest control professional immediately to investigate the problem and prevent further infestation. By following these tips, you can enjoy a fly-free home all year long. Thanks for reading!
FAQ
Picking the right pest control provider for your home isn't a decision you should make all willy nilly. We are confident that we provide the best service for the best value in the game, and we want you to feel that confidence as well. These are some of the most common questions we hear from new customers.
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Absolutely! Our word is our bond, so when we say we'll get rid of your pest problems, we are dead serious about that. If you see bugs between quarterly treatments, don't hesitate to text, call, or email our office so we can get a technician out to you ASAP.
If you see increased activity after a treatment, that usually means the bugs are freaking out because they know the end is nigh. The products we use have been scientifically designed for the long game. They don't kill on contact, they kill by sticking to bugs and letting them do the dirty work for us. Pests carry the insecticide back to the nest and spread it to the others, effectively wiping out the community, instead of individual bugs.
Our top-notch products usually take about two weeks to reach maximum effectiveness. If you have any concerns before or after that two week period, don't hesitate to text, call, or email our office so we can get a technician to your home to check on things.
Hate to break it to you, but that little can of Raid isn't going to cut it. You might kill a wasp or spider here and there, but there's a much bigger picture that you can't understand if you're not trained in the ways of the pest. As a matter of fact, if you kill a few pests, the hive can begin to sense that they are under attack and actually go into baby-making overdrive to offset the onslaught. That's why the products we use take time to spread. By the time the pests notice something is wrong, it's too late. Pest control is based on years of science, testing, and experimentation with products and application methods 1000x more advanced than the can of bug spray you got at Home Depot.
Unfortunately, bugs have a few million extra years of evolutionary survival skills on us, which makes them tricky little... buggers. It's impossible to kill every last bug, or prevent a single one from coming back. That's why we advocate for quarterly pest treatment: it's simply the best way to be bug-free in the long term. Bugs can still scurry, crawl, or fly into your home at any time, and that's why we offer free re-services between treatments. If the bugs come back, so do we.
We'll play it by eye, but it's typically unnecessary. 99% of the battle against pests is fought and won outdoors. We hit them hard at the source (outside), then create and maintain a barrier around your home to keep these pesky suckers out of your humble abode. Most of the time, only one of four yearly services will require indoor treatment, but we will always treat indoors if you see pest activity, or if you just want some extra peace of mind. We're not afraid to go the extra mile –anytime, anywhere.
Of course! We get it, pesticides have a bad rap and sound kind scary. You're trying to protect your family, so it would really suck if our products were more dangerous than the pests we're obliterating with them. Have no fear, the pesticides we use are Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved, meaning they've been through a ton of rigorous tests to ensure they are safe for humans and animals alike. But we don't stop there, all of our technicians are highly trained and certified when it comes to the products and methods of application.
In our decades of experience, we've learned that one-time services end up being ineffective in the long run, and we don't want to mess with things that don't make your home a happier and safer place. Quarterly service allows us to maintain our Level Five barrier around your home, ensuring that these stupid bugs don't ever make it to the warmth and safety of the indoors of your home.
Long story short, it's (usually) a waste of your money and our time. Bugs are always active, but considerably less active in the winter months, and almost totally inactive outdoors. Don't worry though, we won't leave you hanging. If you notice a pest problem crop up inside your house from December–February, we'll be there to lay the smack down before you can say, "Jiminy Christmas!"
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