Drain Fly Control in Southeast Michigan
Drain flies, also called moth flies, have hairy bodies and wings that give them a fuzzy, moth-like appearance. They breed in the organic film that builds up inside drains, pipes, and other moist areas, completing three of their four life stages in that material before emerging as adults. They are common in food service establishments but can be just as persistent in homes.
Sanitation is an important first step, but professional-grade product application is often necessary to fully eliminate the breeding source and break the population cycle.
Where They Are Found
Identification
Drain flies are one of several small fly and gnat species that commonly appear indoors. Here is how to tell them apart.
Appearance
Small, about 1/16" to 1/8" long, with a fuzzy moth-like appearance due to fine hairs on their body and wings. Wings are held roof-like over the body at rest. Typically grey or tan in color.
Breeding
Breed in the gelatinous organic film inside drains and pipes. They can complete their lifecycle in as little as one to three weeks under warm indoor conditions, allowing populations to build quickly.
Behavior
Weak fliers that tend to stay close to their breeding source. Most active in the evening. Found resting on walls near drains. Not known to bite or transmit disease, but large infestations are persistent without source treatment.
Related Fly and Gnat Types
We treat all common small fly species found in Southeast Michigan homes and businesses.
Drain / Moth Fly
Fruit Fly
Fungus Gnat
Phorid Fly
House Fly
Bottle & Blow Fly
Cluster Fly
Flesh Fly
Stable Fly
How We Treat
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Covered Under Our Service Plans
Drain flies are covered under our service plans, which protect against over 20 pest types with no contract and unlimited free re-services between visits.
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