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2. www.wikihow.com › Get-Rid-of-Flies-in-the-HouseHow to Get Rid of Flies in the House: 11 Quick Solutions

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   Sep 11, 2023 · Flytraps take 5–10 days to fully break down a fly after they close, so they may not be the best to quickly get rid of flies. Cut a lemon in half and push about 20–25 cloves into the fruit to make a strong-scented repellent. Set the lemon near a window or anywhere else you see flies to deter them. Method 3.

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   • Make a harmless trap with apple cider vinegar. Flies are renowned for their love of sweet things, which is why you'll find them in the kitchen by the fruit bowl.
   • Try the simple water and coin hack. This water and coin trick became a firm favourite a few years ago on social media when cleaning forums were filled with praise for this simple yet seemingly effective fly deterrent.
   • Put plants near the windows. Mint and basil are commonly thought of as scents that flies dislike, meaning their presence acts as a simple repellent. If you have herb plants indoors, place the pots near the open windows in an attempt to stop flies in their tracks from crossing the threshold.
   • Use essential oils. Spritz a room with essential oils such as lemongrass or peppermint or use an essential oil diffuser to repel flies in an instant. These natural fragrances give off a strong smell that instantly deters flies from entering your home.

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   Feb 13, 2023 · Vinegar and dish soap. A mixture of vinegar and dish soap can help you trap flies. To use this method, mix about an inch of apple cider vinegar and a few drops of dish soap in a tall glass. Cover ...

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5. www.realsimple.com › how-to-get-rid-of-house-fliesHow to Get Rid of House Flies and Prevent a Pest Infestation

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   May 3, 2024 · Apple Cider Vinegar and Dish Soap. Use equal parts dish soap and apple cider vinegar, and put the solution in a bowl or jar. Sprinkle sugar on top to further entice the flies. The dish soap will break down the flies and kill them, while the vinegar attracts them.

6. www.bhg.com › how-to-get-rid-of-houseflies-8411845How to Get Rid of Houseflies (and Keep Them Out)

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   Dec 19, 2023 · Vinegar traps: Mix a few ounces of apple cider vinegar, a tablespoon of sugar, and just a few drops of dishwashing soap in a bowl. Cover the bowl with a plastic wrap and poke small, fly-sized holes at the top. The vinegar attracts the pesky flies, while the soap affects the vinegar's surface tension.

7. www.bobvila.com › articles › how-to-get-rid-of-fliesHow to Get Rid of Flies in the House - Bob Vila

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   Sep 5, 2024 · 2. Clear out food debris and garbage. To make your home less hospitable to flies, remove or minimize the stuff that attracts them. First and foremost, don’t leave any food debris out on counters ...

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   How do you get rid of flies naturally?

   • Try these natural remedies to get rid of flies for good: Use equal parts dish soap and apple cider vinegar, and put the solution in a bowl or jar. Sprinkle sugar on top to further entice the flies. The dish soap will break down the flies and kill them, while the vinegar attracts them.

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   How do you remove flies from a house?

   • If you’re doing a bit of housework it’s good to know that you can also vacuum flies straight out of the air. This can be an effective method if you only have a few flies. You can also use your vacuum to remove dead flies after using other methods for removal. Bug sprays are an effective tactical weapon for indoor use.

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   How do you get rid of flies in a glass jar?

   • A mixture of vinegar and dish soap can help you trap flies. To use this method, mix about an inch of apple cider vinegar and a few drops of dish soap in a tall glass. Cover the glass with plastic wrap. Secure the plastic wrap with a rubber band and poke small holes in the top.

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   How do you get rid of houseflies?

   • Houseflies are mainly attracted by material in which they can lay their eggs. This includes: Bright lights at night can also attract flies. The best way to deal with a housefly infestation is to prevent it in the first place. Make sure they don’t have areas to lay eggs and remove things that can attract the flies.

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   How do you get rid of flies in a bedroom?

   • Here’s a trick that works well for bedrooms. Flies are attracted to light, so if it’s sunny outside simply shut the door, close the blinds or drapes, and leave a small gap that lets in light. Then open the window to draw out the flies. A trusty fly swatter still offers a tried and true method for killing flies in your home.

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   How do I keep flies away from my house?

   • Many natural and other fly repellents can be used outside to keep flies away from your house. You can try planting herbs and flowers such as basil or marigolds around the house, or even plant a few Venus flytraps. You can also use sticky traps outside. You can also use insecticides outdoors, although flies will still develop resistance to them.

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   You can easily create a DIY fly trap using ingredients you probably have in your home. One common method is to cut the top off of a plastic soda bottle and fill the bottle base with sugar water. Once cut, simply place the top part of the bottle nozzle-down in the base. Then fill the base with sugar water and add a few drops of liquid dish soap ...