As summer heats up in New Jersey, so does the activity of one of the most common—and irritating—household pests: house flies. You’ve likely noticed them buzzing around your kitchen, garbage cans, or patio meals. But beyond being a seasonal nuisance, house flies pose serious health risks to you and your family. At Action Termite and Pest Control, we understand the urgency of fly control during the warmer months—and we have the tools and expertise to help you reclaim your home.
Why Are House Flies Worse in the Summer?
House flies thrive in warm, humid environments, making summer their peak breeding season. Here’s why they’re especially active this time of year:
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Faster Reproduction: In hot temperatures, flies can go from egg to adult in as little as 7 days.
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More Food Sources: Outdoor barbecues, food scraps, and overflowing trash bins offer the perfect buffet.
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Open Doors & Windows: Summer activities increase the chance of flies entering homes.
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Breeding Grounds: Manure, compost piles, and pet waste bake in the sun, becoming ideal fly breeding sites.
The Hidden Dangers of House Flies
While they may seem harmless, house flies are not just annoying—they’re dangerous. Here’s what you should know:
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Disease Transmission: Flies carry over 100 different pathogens, including E. coli, Salmonella, and Shigella.
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Food Contamination: They feed on rotting organic matter and then land on your food, transferring bacteria from filth to fork.
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Allergic Reactions: Fly droppings and shed skins can trigger allergic responses and worsen asthma symptoms.
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Reproductive Speed: One fly can lay up to 500 eggs in its short lifespan, leading to fast-growing infestations.
How Action Termite and Pest Control Gets Rid of Flies
At Action, we don’t just swat at the problem—we eliminate it at the source. Our multi-step fly control program is tailored to stop current infestations and prevent future outbreaks:
1. Inspection & Identification
We start by identifying breeding and feeding sites inside and outside your property—garbage bins, drains, compost, and more.
2. Sanitation Recommendations
We’ll help you eliminate attractants by recommending best practices for waste disposal, food storage, and outdoor maintenance.
3. Targeted Fly Treatments
Action uses eco-friendly fly baits, traps, and/or residual insecticides strategically placed in high-activity zones, indoors and out.
4. Drain & Breeding Site Treatments
We treat common breeding grounds like floor drains, mop sinks, and garbage disposal units with specialized bio-enzymatic cleaners and growth regulators.
5. Exclusion Tactics
To keep flies from re-entering, we offer tips and solutions like screen repairs, sealing cracks, and door sweeps.
Don’t Let Flies Ruin Your Summer
House flies are more than just a buzzing nuisance—they’re a health threat to your family and pets. If you’re seeing more than just a few, it’s time to call in the professionals.
Action Termite and Pest Control has been protecting New Jersey homes for over 50 years with reliable, family-friendly pest solutions. Let us help you enjoy a fly-free summer.
📞 Call us today at (800) 920-0906 or visit www.actionpestcontrol.com to schedule your fly control service.