Large, slow flies buzzing at your windows in winter are usually cluster flies. They crawl into attics and wall voids in late summer and early fall to spend the winter, then wake up on warm, sunny days and wander toward the light of your windows. Colorado State University Extension notes that the cluster flies in … Read more
Bugs in a real Christmas tree are usually overwintering insects that wake up once the tree warms up indoors. The most common are large brown or black Cinara aphids, tiny spruce spider mites, praying mantis egg cases, adelgids and the occasional small spider or bark beetle. Extension entomologists at NC State, Penn State and Oklahoma … Read more
Mice in a car engine usually leave nests of leaves, twigs, seeds or shredded insulation under the hood, droppings around the battery and air filter, and chewed wires or hoses. Damage can lead to a car that won’t start, warning lights or fluid leaks. If you find signs, don’t start the engine until the nest … Read more
Mice in walls usually announce themselves with scratching, scampering or light squeaking inside walls and ceilings at night, often alongside droppings, gnaw marks or a musky odor near baseboards. To get them out, find and seal the gaps they use to get in from outside, set snap traps along the walls next to their openings, … Read more
Getting flies out of your car can be a frustrating experience. Flies can be attracted to your car for various reasons, including food, moisture, and heat. Once they get inside, they can become a nuisance, buzzing around your head and landing on surfaces, making it difficult to concentrate on driving. Fortunately, there are several ways … Read more
Looking for the best bait to attract and catch pesky flies? Look no further. We have compiled a list of the most effective baits that will have flies swarming in no time. From natural options like rotten fruit and sugary substances, to commercial fly attractants, we have tested them all. Say goodbye to those annoying … Read more
Are you wondering if flies are attracted to the enticing aroma of cinnamon? Look no further! Discover whether or not flies have a taste for this popular spice. Learn about their preferences and behavior as we delve into the world of these pesky insects. Unveil the truth behind the curious question, “do flies like cinnamon?” … Read more
As a cat owner, one of the most unpleasant things you may encounter is a fly infestation in your cat’s litter box. Flies are attracted to the waste in the litter box, and if left unchecked, they can quickly multiply and become a nuisance. Fortunately, there are several simple and effective ways to keep flies … Read more
Brown spots on walls near windows, doors, or light fixtures are often fly specks (dried feces and regurgitation marks). They are unsightly and worth cleaning, but they are not proof of a specific disease outbreak. Start by confirming flies are the cause, clean the marks safely, then reduce the breeding source—not by treating the wall … Read more
Basement flies are a source problem first, a spray problem second. Use appearance and location to decide whether you are dealing with drain flies, fruit flies, fungus gnats, house/blow flies, or overwintering cluster flies—then remove the moist organic site or seal entry points. Identify before you treat Drain flies: tiny, fuzzy, moth-like; near floor drains, … Read more