Arizona's Fly Control Experts
Flies are more than annoying. They're a health hazard. Every time a fly lands on your food, it may be depositing bacteria from the last place it visited. And in Arizona's heat, fly populations can explode overnight.
Our technicians handle fly problems across the Phoenix metro area, from Tempe to Surprise. Residential kitchens, restaurants, food processing facilities, horse properties. Different fly species require different approaches, and we know which treatments work for each situation.
The good news? Fly control is very achievable. With the right combination of treatment and sanitation, we can knock down fly populations fast and keep them from rebuilding.
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Fly Species in Arizona
Not all flies are the same. Identifying the species tells us where they're breeding and how to stop them.
House flies are the most common. They're gray with four dark stripes on their back. House flies breed in garbage, pet waste, compost, and decaying organic matter. They're attracted to food odors and can travel several miles from their breeding site. A single female lays 500 or more eggs in her lifetime.
Fruit flies are tiny, about an eighth of an inch. They have red eyes and tan bodies. Fruit flies breed in overripe produce, spilled drinks, and fermenting organic matter. They're common in kitchens, bars, and anywhere food is prepared.
Drain flies look fuzzy and moth-like. They're small, gray, and hold their wings roof-like over their bodies. Drain flies breed in the organic buildup inside drains, garbage disposals, and sewage systems.
Blow flies (also called bottle flies) have metallic blue or green bodies. They breed in dead animals, rotting meat, and garbage. If blow flies suddenly appear inside your home, something died in a wall, attic, or crawl space.
Why Flies Are a Health Concern
Flies don't just land on your food. They vomit on it. Flies can only consume liquids, so they regurgitate digestive enzymes onto solid food to break it down. Then they suck up the liquid. Every landing potentially transfers bacteria.
The EPA recommends integrated pest management for fly control, combining sanitation with targeted treatments. House flies alone can transmit over 100 different pathogens.
Salmonella and E. coli. These bacteria cause food poisoning with symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. Flies pick them up from feces and garbage, then deposit them on food and surfaces.
Parasitic worms. Flies can carry parasitic eggs on their bodies and legs, depositing them on food that humans later consume.
For homes, fly control is about comfort and basic hygiene. For restaurants and food businesses, it's about public health and regulatory compliance.
What Attracts Flies to Your Property
Flies need three things: food, moisture, and warmth. Arizona provides plenty of warmth. The rest depends on conditions around your property.
Garbage and waste. Overflowing trash cans, uncovered dumpsters, and pet waste attract flies from surrounding areas. They can detect food odors from far away.
Compost and organic matter. Backyard compost piles, fallen fruit, and grass clippings create perfect fly breeding habitat.
Animal areas. Horse properties, chicken coops, and homes with multiple pets produce waste that attracts and breeds flies. Manure management is critical for these properties.
Standing water and moisture. Clogged drains, leaky irrigation, and overwatered landscaping create conditions flies need to breed.
Food preparation areas. Kitchens, outdoor grills, and eating areas attract flies. Spilled food and drinks, dirty dishes, and uncovered food are all fly magnets.
Fly Control Process
HOW WE WORK
1
Species Identification
Our technicians identify which flies you're dealing with. House flies, fruit flies, drain flies, and blow flies each require different tactics. This determines where they're breeding and what treatment will work.
2
Breeding Site Treatment
We target areas where flies reproduce. For outdoor flies, this means treating garbage areas, pet waste zones, and organic matter accumulation. For drain flies, we treat drains and plumbing with products that eliminate breeding sites.
3
Adult Fly Knockdown
Residual treatments on surfaces where flies land reduce adult populations quickly. We treat eaves, walls, and resting areas around entry points to stop flies before they get inside.
4
Exclusion & Sanitation
We identify gaps in doors, windows, and screens that let flies enter. Our technicians point out conditions that attract and breed flies. Sometimes simple changes like moving a trash can or fixing a drain make the biggest difference.
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Commercial Fly Control
Restaurants, food processors, and commercial kitchens face strict fly control requirements. A fly problem can mean health code violations, failed inspections, and damage to your reputation.
Regular monitoring. We install and service fly traps that help track activity levels and identify problem areas before they become violations.
Documentation. We provide detailed service records for health department inspections. This documentation shows proactive pest management.
Drain treatment programs. Commercial kitchens have extensive drain systems that breed flies. Regular treatment keeps these areas clean and compliant.
Emergency response. If you have an inspection coming up or a sudden fly outbreak, we respond quickly to get the situation under control.
Preventing Fly Problems
Professional treatment reduces fly populations. These practices prevent them from rebuilding:
Manage garbage properly. Use trash cans with tight-fitting lids. Take garbage out regularly. Keep dumpsters clean and covered. The less food waste accessible to flies, the fewer flies you'll have.
Clean up pet waste daily. Dog and horse waste are major fly breeding sites. Daily removal dramatically reduces fly populations on pet-friendly properties.
Fix screens and doors. Torn screens and gaps around doors let flies inside. Repair or replace damaged screens. Install door sweeps and keep doors closed.
Clean drains regularly. Drain flies breed in the organic buildup inside pipes. Regular cleaning with enzymatic drain treatments eliminates breeding sites.
Store food properly. Keep fruit in the refrigerator or in sealed containers. Don't leave food sitting out. Clean up spills immediately.
Don't just take our word for it
A sudden fly increase usually means something is breeding nearby. Check garbage cans, look for dead animals, inspect drains, and examine any organic matter that may have accumulated. If you can't find the source, our technicians can help identify breeding sites.
You should see significant reduction within a few days as adult fly populations decrease. Complete control depends on eliminating breeding sites. If sanitation issues are addressed along with treatment, most fly problems resolve within 1 to 2 weeks.
Yes. We use products and application methods appropriate for food preparation areas. For restaurants and commercial kitchens, we follow all food safety guidelines. We'll provide specific instructions for any precautions needed before and after treatment.
Fruit flies breed in overripe produce, spilled liquids, and drain buildup. Remove all overripe fruit, clean thoroughly under appliances, and treat drains with enzymatic cleaner. Our technicians can apply targeted treatments that eliminate fruit flies quickly.
Flies reproduce quickly and can travel from neighboring properties. If breeding sites exist nearby, new flies will continue arriving. Ongoing control requires both treatment and eliminating attractants. Regular service keeps populations from rebuilding.
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