In the spring of 2023, my neighborhood on the north side of Chicago had a problem: a temperature change above Lake Michigan floated into our streets and caused fly eggs across the area to hatch.

Flies are generally drawn to foul odors like garbage, rotting foods, waste, and dirty drains. Flies are also attracted to outdoor lighting, and can enter a home through broken screens or entry points.

After the long winter months, many of us are quick to welcome spring and summer with open arms. However, it can be difficult to enjoy the sunshine when it comes with an influx of flies. Fortunately, ...

Cluster flies lay eggs in cracks in the soil in fields and gardens near the entrance to earthworm burrows. The larvae ...

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A few flies can quickly turn into an infestation, so acting fast helps protect your home and health. Flies breed in warm, ...

Drain flies are evasive and annoying, but they’re not impossible to banish. Next time you suspect a drain fly infestation, try taking these steps to get rid of existing pests and prevent the problem ...

If you have decaying fruit sitting out in your kitchen you keep forgetting about, let this be a reminder to go ahead and throw it away. That’s unless you want a swarm of fruit flies to make your ...

Fruit flies have been trending on Delaware social media and all anyone wants to know is: "How do I get rid of them?" The winged specks are only an eighth of an inch long, but they can be very annoying ...