Because fruit fly eggs hatch in as little as two days, they can quickly become an infestation. How do you stop the infestation?
Locate the Breeding Site
It’s as if fruits, vegetables, and even coffee capsules attract them literally like magnets. So small that they’re difficult to catch and kill, fruit flies have the knack of getting on our nerves as they buzz around in organized swarms in the kitchen.
The question, therefore, is: how can you manage to get rid of their annoying presence? Indeed, their ability to proliferate makes them more than just a nuisance. But if they’re there, they must come from somewhere. Locating the breeding site, identifying the nest of these fruit flies is essential to getting rid of their presence.
Moisture and Food Sources
Generally, fruit flies are drawn by both humidity and the presence of sources for food in the open air. From the trash can, to the fruit basket, to the used coffee capsule jar, they have plenty of choices to shop at a glance. But if they’re there, it’s also because their nest is nearby, as they never stray far from it.
Rotten fruits? Look no further and throw them away. They fly around the trash can? Clean it thoroughly or replace it. Your sink’s pipes can also provide an excellent nesting ground for these miniature invaders, especially if food residues are stuck there. So clean the P-trap and pipes regularly to eradicate a potential nest, and to prevent it from taking hold.
Simple and Natural Methods
Not keen on spraying toxic chemical products, for you as well as your four-legged friends, indoors? Rest assured: fortunately, there are natural methods to finally do away with fruit flies at home.
First, simply check daily that your fruits aren’t damaged. Avoid leaving dirty dishes around with standing water, and always clean your sink well. Old-fashioned, a simple mix of boiling water, baking soda, and white vinegar will clean your plumbing. Finally, a bowl of vinegar is the best and simplest trap to get them to stop buzzing.
