Jul 9, 2024
ET OnlineEnsure that kitchen countertops, dining tables, and other surfaces are clean and free from food residues that attract flies.
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Seal garbage bags tightly and dispose of them regularly to avoid attracting flies.
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Install mesh screens on windows and doors to prevent flies from entering the house.
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Use essential oils like lavender, eucalyptus, peppermint, or citronella around entry points to deter flies.
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Create vinegar traps by placing a small amount of apple cider vinegar in a shallow dish covered with plastic wrap with holes poked in it. Flies are attracted to the vinegar and get trapped.
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Plant basil, mint, marigold, or lavender around your home, as their scents can repel flies.
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Use commercial fly repellent sprays or strips in areas where flies tend to gather.
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Regularly clean drains, trash cans, and other areas where flies breed to eliminate their breeding grounds.
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