What is the Life Cycle of Cluster Flies?

If you find cluster flies in your house during winter, they are likely already overwintering within your home. You can use a vacuum cleaner to remove visible flies. It’s also a good idea to inspect your home for potential entry points and seal them. Sometimes, especially if the infestation is large, you may want to contact Birch Fumigators for a more comprehensive treatment. Additionally, using light traps in areas like attics or basements can help manage the population until the weather warms up and the flies naturally leave the building.

Cluster flies can affect businesses by creating an unpleasant environment for customers and employees, especially in sectors like hospitality and retail. Preventive measures such as sealing entry points, maintaining cleanliness, and proactive treatments are essential. Regular inspections and timely interventions can minimize the impact on business operations.

Cluster flies become a nuisance in residential and commercial properties, primarily during the fall and winter. They seek shelter in large numbers in warm, undisturbed areas like attics or wall voids to overwinter. Their presence can be overwhelming, and although they don’t breed indoors or spread diseases, they can stain surfaces and create an unpleasant odour. Addressing cluster fly infestations is essential to maintain a clean, comfortable living or working environment.

Cluster flies are not known to pose significant health risks to humans. They do not transmit diseases, bite, or infest food sources like other fly species. However, their presence in large numbers can be a nuisance, and their droppings might cause minor staining on surfaces.

Cluster flies typically enter buildings through small openings around windows, doors, siding, eaves, and roof vents. Sealing these entry points is essential in preventing infestations. This can be done using caulk, weatherstripping, or screens. Paying particular attention to south and west-facing walls, where flies are most likely to enter, effectively sealing off entry points.

If you’re looking for an easy and effective way to get rid of cluster flies, Birch Fumigator Pest Control Services is your best bet. Our team of experienced professionals will work quickly and efficiently to eliminate all traces of these pesky pests from your home or business.