Many people think that drain flies come from the pipes under the drain. In fact, they come from outside and they can get in your house quite easily. That filth, the decaying organic matter in drains can be smelled from afar. You may not smell it but moth flies have a pretty good nose for it. It takes time for all that filth to develop in drains or around garbage cans, yet it still happens in many households. It can develop in many other places where standing water can accumulate. Usually, when people leave their homes for a couple of weeks, their drains at home have plenty of time to…

Drain flies do quite well in higher temperatures, but what if they get exposed to cold weather? These little nuisances have some serious surviving skills in certain situations. For example, if drain fly larvae run out of food, they are going to eat each other so that at least some of them can survive. Higher temperatures also accelerate their pupal stage by a significant margin. The most ideal temperature for their hibernation is somewhere around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Usually, winters are much colder than that so it is far from ideal for them during that period.   Since cold temperatures slow down their biological processes, it will take longer for…

Green Gobbler is a company based in New York, producing one of the most popular cleaning products these days. They are known to be using quite effective ingredients and, most importantly, with the care of our home environments. And ultimately, of our planet. But does Green Gobbler kill drain flies, too? What is Green Gobbler Fruit Fly Goodbye Gel Drain Treatment? Green Gobbler’s Fruit Fly Killer is one of the products which seems to be quite promising, actually. Do not be fooled by the name. This is maybe an excellent way of getting rid of annoying fruit flies around the kitchen areas, but it works just as good on drain…

Drain flies are tiny, and often furry, little insects which like spending their life around humid and wet areas. When living in the city, these fuzzy creatures need to adapt to the urban environment, so they often happen to inhabit our drains and sewers. And sometimes toilets, too. If you noticed drain fly larvae in your toilet, it most likely means that this is the place where your new roommates have chosen to breed. Whether you are happy about it, or a bit less, the fact is that you are soon about to face several sewer gnats. So, to stay up do date, here is a brief writing explaining the…

Zep Drain Care is probably one of the most popular products which households around the world use for cleaning their pipes. Not only from drain flies, but also from the build-up materials. What is innovative about this product is that it does not come in powder, but in a liquid concentrate instead. Such feature makes it quite simple to apply. It is necessary to run some warm water through the pipes first, then to add a bit of Zep Drain Care, followed by another round of warm water. It is important not to use boiling water here, as we are used to do with strong chemical cleaners. Hot water can…

The thing about drain gnats is they are closely attached to their breeding site, which is typically a drain. To be more specific, what they are looking for is the organic material that forms in the drain. It not only contains the ideal nutrients for them to consume but the gellatinous slime is also a great spot for the larvae. Therefore, the best way to go about it is to locate and then remove their breeding site. Once you get rid of the material that got accumulated there, both the drain larvae will be gone. Although the adult drain gnats will be still there, they won’t be able to reproduce…

Unfortunately, forgetting about a drain in your house once can already be a great invitation for sewer flies. These disgusting creatures are always on the lookout for some built up decaying organic matter in people’s houses. There is all that dirt that can be found in drains that you have forgot to clean or haven’t used in a while. It provides the perfect place for sewer flies to breed and it also contains plenty of nutritional value for them. Chances are that you are only going to see these nuisances in their adult stage. They are commonly called as moth flies because their whole body is covered with hairs. With…

If you are having a hard time getting rid of insects, then here is an insect growth regulator (IGR) from Zoecon that can help you. There will be no more breeding for those little pests, as the Gentrol IGR is going to set an end to their life cycle once and for all. This Gentrol igr concentrate does an outstanding job against bed bugs, drain flies, fruit flies, cockroaches and even stored product pests. It is widely used against grain beetles, warehouse beetles, tobacco beetles and moths, meal moths, rice moths, tobacco moths, red flour beetles and Dermestid beetles. As you can see, the Gentrol insect growth regulator is the…

Are drain flies active at night? Drain flies are most active during the day and are usually found near sources of moisture and organic matter, such as drains, septic tanks, and sewage systems. At night, they may rest on walls or other surfaces near these sources. They do not fly far from their breeding sites, so if you are seeing drain flies in your home, it is likely that there is a source of moisture and organic matter nearby that is attracting them. To get rid of drain flies, it is important to identify and eliminate the source of the problem. This may involve cleaning and disinfecting drains, fixing leaks,…

Drain flies are a common household pest that can be a major nuisance. These small, winged insects are typically found in damp areas such as drains, sewer lines, and septic tanks. While they do not pose a health risk to humans, their presence can be unsanitary and unpleasant. Fortunately, there are a variety of methods for controlling and eliminating drain flies. In this article, we will explore the science of drain fly control and provide tips on how to keep your home fly-free. Understanding the Biology of Drain Flies Before we can understand how to control drain flies, it is important to understand their biology. Drain flies are part of…