Fly problems

[Penny]

Anyone having problem with flies. We have used two cans of Fly spray and still they fly around. I caught one under a glass tray this morning and bashed it, the devil still got up and flew off. Please, if you have an answer let me know ASAP. cheers

[twin1947]

Hi Penney i burn citronella candles or joss sticks they dont like them,and also they dont like lavender or Lemon.
I have my back door open and a candle burning.
My problem at the moment it fruit fliespesky little black flies.

[Penny]

I think mine must be fruit fly's, let me know if you find a cure. Many folk seem to be having the same problem. cheers

[twin1947]

Mix a drop of washing up liquid with white vinegarand put a piece of cling film over it,prick the cellophane with a fork then leave it near fruit,and they like the smell of it and fall into the mixture and die.I couldnt get vinegar so have been using Balsami vinegar they love that its quite dear but it does work a treat.

[Penny]

Thanks for that, going to do it right away. cheers

[laurie53]

No problems as yet, but with the bin men on strike that could change daily.
At the moment my electronic device is deterring flies as well as ants and spiders.

[twin1947]

Penny i brought Brynni fruit fly traps from amazon 2 for 6.99 they are red and plastic and catch flys and gnats and do work good.Hope this helps you.

[Penny]

Thans very much for info. Fingers crossed the liquid seems to be working now, On the other hand, had terrific downpour which may help. Have to wait a litte. Your help much appreciated. cheers.

[Penny]

My son has just called and says, his caravan and boat are overrun with this small fly. Nothing seems to get rid. I made the recommended liquid yesterday but fly are back with us today. Seems the fly-killer which catches them can only catch one at a time so I guess we are in for some kind of land filling until this kind die out. cheers

[widget]

Can't stand flies, have a fly swat in every room, fly sprays always to hand,

[twin1947]

Today i have squeezed the juice from a fresh lemon into my holders not that i seen any little black flies yet today, but i am ready with my traps lol

[laurie53]

If you squeeze the fresh lemon into a gin you won't notice the flies!

[Penny]

How about if you have no lemons, if you try the gin on its own let me know and I will come and do the test with you. cheers

[twin1947]

I caught lots of fruit flies in my lemon today, I have a bottle of jif lemon and will be using that tonight but havent seen any today.

[Penny]

See at last the small fly problem is almost over. Only a scarce few here now. Son who is off sailing sent me the same message, Hooray. cheers