Throw away overripe fruit, vegetables, and spoiled food
Store ripe produce in the refrigerator
Empty trash and compost bins regularly
Clean trash cans and recycling bins
Wash dishes promptly
Wipe down counters, tables, and sinks
Clean drains with hot water and a drain brush
Fix leaks and remove standing water
Seal food in airtight containers
Vacuum up visible fruit flies
Use apple cider vinegar traps
Use a bowl of vinegar, dish soap, and plastic wrap with small holes
Cover fruit bowls and food containers
Clean under appliances and inside cabinets
Check for hidden breeding sources like mop buckets, rags, and damp sponges
Keep windows and doors screened
Dispose of infested items immediately
Repeat cleaning and trapping daily until they are gone