If fruit flies colonize your own home undisturbed, then that's right! They don't miss any job that offers them good living conditions. They love full fruit bowls, trash cans and sometimes even drains. Especially there it is laborious and time-consuming to drive them away permanently.
Why are there fruit flies in the drain?
organic materialcan build up in the drain over time. It gives off aodor that attracts fruit flies. In search of food, they enter through the drain opening. Since they also lay their eggs there, they are becoming more and more numerous.
How do I get rid of fruit flies in the drain?
To get rid of fruit flies, you should clean theaffected drain thoroughly All deposits must be removed and wiped away or flushed away. If a residue remains, you may not be able to get rid of the fruit flies, also known as fruit flies or fruit flies. In addition, old deposits that are still present promote the adhesion of new deposits.
How do I get the drain completely clean?
If there are only a few fruit flies buzzing around the drain opening, it may be enough to remove the strainer and thoroughly clean the open access. If necessary, a pipe cleaning brush and pipe cleaner can be used. Flushing with hot water can also be helpful if the drain pipe can tolerate such high temperatures. If the fly infestation remains stubborn, you should take the following measures:
- theunscrew the siphon
- all parts thoroughlyclean and reassemble
- look for other problem areas in the house
- destroy all fruit flies and breeding sites
- if applicable. Use fruit fly traps
How do I avoid new fruit flies in the drain?
Don't wait until the drain pipe of a sink or sink is clogged. You can only reliably avoid fruit flies if you keep the drain clean at all times.
- insert afine sieve
- dispose of caught leftover food promptly
- Clean drain opening regularly
- Use a (biologically compatible) drain cleaner
- clean the siphon at longer intervals
Also avoid attracting fruit flies and bringing in their eggs. You should wash purchased fruit immediately and store it in closed containers in the refrigerator. Do not leave leftover food or drinks lying around. Combat fruit flies in trash cans by using a lid and emptying the contents daily.
How can I distinguish between fruit flies and drain flies?
Fruit fliesare only two to four millimeters long. Their wings have ared-brown coloringThe eyes are strikingly dark or reddish. Drain flies, also known as drain flies, are one to seven millimeters long. They have heavily hairy,rounded wingsand are almostblack colored. Both have to be fought equally in the drain.
Tip
Fruit flies are annoying but harmless
Fruit flies do not sting, bite or transmit pathogens. So they are harmless to humans. However, they can accelerate the spoilage of fruits and vegetables. For that reason alone you should fight them. Toilet flies are also harmless, but unhygienic.
