Fly control

You probably see flies all the time, particularly if you spend time outdoors. They are common pests when it comes to events like picnics and family reunions, buzzing around the food, landing on plates, and hovering around the garbage. Flies are fascinating creatures, but getting the facts about what they can do and their behavior is important in understanding why fly control is so crucial. While they are certainly not attractive and they can be a bother, there's a wider concern when it comes to flies and their control: disease.

Fly diseases can range from the annoying to the deadly. A fly infestation could mean there is another problem on your property that is attracting them. Western Exterminator fly control professionals know how to identify the source of the infestation and remove it quickly.  

Flies are a particular problem in cities such as Oxnard, Palm Springs and Van Nuys, but we have specialists located throughout the West Coast.  A fly exterminator near you is ready to help you get rid of flies around your home or business. We also know how to get rid of gnats.

House flies

The most common type of pest flies we encounter are house flies also known as filth flies. They are sometimes referred to as “filth flies” because they like to hover around and feed off of piles of garbage, dead animals or animal dung. That's why house flies bring about health risks. They feed on filthy things and then get bacteria and other dangerous materials on their feet and legs. When they land on your food, they immediately spit saliva to dissolve part of the food in order to eat it and then defecate.

Western Exterminator knows how to get rid of house flies as well as their cousins, cluster flies. We look for the underlying source of the flies and why they are laying eggs in your home or business. Get rid of flies once and for all and prevent them from returning with a property inspection and fly treatment.

If you think that you have a house fly problem, then contact the fly control experts at Western Exterminator by calling 800-937-8398 or using the online form to schedule an appointment.

Fly diseases

Flies are known to be the cause of illnesses such as:

• Typhoid - a contagious bacterial infection that can cause severe intestinal inflammation and become dangerous.
• Cholera - a potentially fatal bacterial disease that can cause dangerous intestinal problems.
• Dysentery - another potentially fatal intestinal infection that can lead to dehydration.
• Salmonella - also known as food poisoning, this can be transmitted via flies who land on garbage or contaminated food.

Do flies bite?

Some flies bite and some do not. Depending on what species you’re talking about, flies bite either for nourishment or to lay eggs.

• Black flies: Belonging to the family Simuliidae, black flies are typically black or brown and do bite humans and animals. Black fly bites hurt a lot and can take place on skin that’s exposed or beneath clothes. While itching is the most common symptom of black fly bites, some people bitten by black flies may encounter nausea and fever.
• No-see-ums: Around 1/16 inch in length, no-see-ums are capable of biting people and underneath clothing, causing welts to develop or red spots that itch a lot.
• Horse flies: Around ⅜  to 1 ⅛ inch in length with a body that’s blackish or gray, female horse flies need a blood meal in order to lay eggs. Horse fly bites can be painful that could cause lesions and feverish symptoms.
• Deer flies: Belonging to the same family as horse flies, female deer flies also bite, causing pain and itchiness.

Types of flies

There are several kinds of flies you might find and they almost all bring health risks. The most common types of flies include:

• Cluster flies
• Fruit flies
• Fungus gnats
• House flies
• Horse flies
• Phorid flies

How long do flies live?

Flies go through four life stages, which consist of eggs, larvae, pupae and adults. The exact length of a fly’s life will vary depending on the species, and it is also affected by conditions in the environment. Take a look at how long adults of few fly types live:

• house flies - typically 15 to 25 days
• blow flies - 2 to 8 weeks
• fruit flies - 40 to 50 days

Humidity and temperature both influence how long it takes a fly to develop - for instance, if the temperature and humidity are higher, an egg might hatch sooner. It can take from 6-45 days (or more) to grow from an egg to an adult.

Experts in commercial fly control

Flies make you look bad and your commercial property unsanitary, plus some of them can bite. They are annoying, dirty, carry disease, and can completely ruin your reputation. It can even be financially damaging due to health department regulations. Breaking these could get your establishment shut down if you serve any kind of food. Get them removed fast and keep them from coming back.

We know that your reputation is at stake. We take great pride in providing businesses just like yours with dependable fly control services. Western Exterminator has been providing businesses like yours with effective solutions for fly control and fly removal services for nearly 100 years.

We use a strategic pest control approach which means we look at your entire property and not only remove the current infestation. We also look for ways to stop flies and other flying insects from returning. Once they’re gone, we do all we can to make sure they stay gone.

A Western Exterminator will provide you with:

• Full Service - Access to full service offerings and proven control methods for every pest control problem, including flying insects. Service when you need it, any time of the day or night. Call 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, and get an immediate response followed by a qualified specialist on-site, equipped with the tools and knowledge needed to get the job done right. Plus, an over 90-year commitment to quality service.
• Local Entomology Team - Our degreed Entomologists and Registered Environmental Health Specialists are nationally recognized experts who understand local pest pressures. At the core of our Training and Technical Division, they have helped test and develop many significant industry standards and procedures, and are viewed as national leaders in the pest management field.
• Regional Coverage - We focus on the West with Service Centers throughout California, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Nevada, providing local expertise to the specific pest problems in these areas. Our team lives, works and plays in the local community. We understand the local environment, and our responsibility to it dictates our choice of methods and techniques. We understand how to meet your service expectations while reducing your overall costs and minimizing any environmental impact.

Fly pest control near me

Western Exterminator has offices in multiple states. Because of this you can find a fly exterminator near you very easily. Contact offices in California, Arizona, Oregon, Nevada, Washington, and Idaho. Our fly control specialists for businesses and homes are also ready to help in Los Angeles, Seattle, Portland, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Boise and other cities.

Get rid of flies from your property

At Western Exterminator Company, we will do everything we can to make sure that flies are removed from your property. We will also do all we can to prevent them from returning. Schedule an appointment online or call today at 800-937-8398.