We’ve gathered some useful tips and information to help curb this issue in your home.
Why Are There So Many Flies in My House?
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Decaying Matter
Flies are attracted to decaying matter.
Additionally, the heat is a more conducive environment for flies to breed in.
We’ve rounded up some basic methods for preventing and deterring flies in your home.
Keep Your Home Clean
The number one preventive method for discouraging flies is having a clean home.
Reduce Temperature
Flies like warmth.
If you’re seeing more flies in hot weather, cooling down the area may help reduce their numbers.
Air conditioners and fans can cool the air down in a warm kitchen and other rooms.
Also, make a run at keep cat litter boxes clean of feces and change the litter regularly.
This situation could get worse if the flies move on to other locations indoors.
The next quickest way is to remove the flies' breeding ground.
A number ofherbs and strongly scented plantsdeter flies, including basil, lavender, rosemary, and lemon balm.
