Remove overripe fruit and trash immediately
Rinse and store produce in the refrigerator
Clean spills, sticky counters, and drains
Run water in unused sinks and keep drain areas dry
Empty recycling and trash frequently
Wash reusable containers and bottles promptly
Seal food in airtight containers
Use a cup-and-funnel trap with apple cider vinegar and a drop of dish soap
Cover the cup with plastic wrap and poke small holes for entry
Make a wine/bait trap using a small amount of vinegar or fruit juice in a container with a hole-covered lid
Use sticky fruit-fly traps near problem areas
Place traps near fruit, trash bins, and sink/drain areas
For drain flies, use a drain brush and clean with a drain-safe cleaner
If needed, use an insecticide labeled for fruit flies and follow label directions
Repeat trapping and cleaning daily until activity stops