Summer brings an influx of flies, but a straightforward two-minute task can help keep them out of your home. Flies breed faster in warmer temperatures, and they seek food and safe places to reproduce. Most people overlook the darker corners of the kitchen, where flies can lay eggs that hatch in under 24 hours.
Why Sink Drains Are a Breeding Ground
William from Pest Buddy explained that flies, especially drain flies, breed in the moist, organic film inside drains and plugholes. Cleaning and disinfecting drains regularly removes this hidden breeding site and food source. Flies enter homes by detecting food from a distance, so a spotless kitchen is key.
Households often cover fruit bowls and dispose of rubbish, but sinks collect leftover crumbs, peelings, and grease that cling to pipes. The warm, concealed drain becomes an ideal egg-laying spot.
Simple Steps to Keep Flies Away
Pouring boiling water down the plughole breaks down food residue and kills flies. Washing-up liquid or soda crystals cut through grease effectively. Clean the sink weekly, or daily if flies are a problem, to prevent odours that attract them. Wiping worktops, sweeping floors, and avoiding dirty dishes also help.
No extra products are needed—just a few minutes of clearing food debris can keep flies at bay all summer.
