Remove overripe fruit, vegetables, and food scraps
Empty trash and compost bins regularly
Clean sinks, drains, garbage disposals, and drains with hot water and soap
Wipe counters, tables, and spills immediately
Store fruit and produce in the refrigerator or sealed containers
Rinse recyclables before storing them
Fix leaks and eliminate standing water
Use apple cider vinegar traps with a drop of dish soap
Cover drains and food containers overnight
Clean under appliances and in hidden areas where fruit flies breed
Take out trash daily until the problem is gone
Check for and discard any forgotten produce or damp organic waste
Keep windows and doors screened or closed
Use sticky traps if needed
Repeat cleaning and trapping until no flies remain