Remove food sources: store food in sealed containers, clean crumbs/spills, empty trash regularly
Fix standing water: empty pet bowls, clear clogged drains, repair leaks, cover/empty buckets and planters
Take out garbage promptly: use bins with tight-fitting lids and rinse bins regularly
Clean drains and wet areas: scrub sink/bath drains, mop damp floors, clean around garbage cans and recycling areas
Remove breeding sites: take out rotting waste, compost in sealed bins, keep yard debris minimal
Use physical barriers: screen windows/doors, repair torn screens, use door sweeps
Use fly traps: use sticky traps indoors and baited traps outdoors
Use targeted insecticides: apply residual sprays/pyrethroids only to cracks/crevices and fly entry points, following label directions
Use larvicide for breeding areas: treat drains/organic buildup with products labeled for fly larvae
Vacuum flies indoors: use a vacuum for quick removal, then empty the canister/bag immediately
Reduce outdoor attractants: keep lights off or use yellow “bug” bulbs at night, keep outdoor trash covered
Manage pets/livestock waste promptly: remove droppings regularly and dispose in sealed bags
If infestations persist: contact a licensed pest control professional