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What Are These Bugs In My Toilet?

3/21/2018

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Every so often we get calls about "flies in the toilet" or "flies in the sink". More often than not, we're dealing with drain flies. These flies are one of several species of filth flies that are common in homes and businesses.

Filth flies, including drain flies, are often seen around drains, toilets, and sinks that haven't been used for a few days. Organic material buildup (hair, scum, etc.) in drains, showers, and toilets is also a breeding site for these flies.

So what can you do if filth flies become a problem? The best solution for long-term control is to clean your drains. This includes removing and cleaning the traps under sinks. A plumber can help to ensure that organic material is not clogging traps in showers, bathtubs, and toilets.

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Alida Wolk@allabouttoilet.com link
8/7/2019 10:31:21

I have a question for you... Is this regular problem? I think these is one kind of "Fly". You need to spray in your bathroom. This is not serious issues. Thank you.

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8/22/2019 13:16:52

Hi Alida, filth flies including the ones described in our blog post are quite common. For people who experience issues with these pests, this indeed is a serious issue. If the source of the flies is clearly visible, then standard pest control measures often suffice. However if the source is within drains, P-traps, etc, then management techniques that target the source of the infestation must be implemented.

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    Roi Levin, M.Sc., C.P.O. - Business partner and manager. Roi joined EPLS in 2005 following earning his Master of Science degree in Entomology and Nematology from the University of Florida. Roi is a Certified Pest Control Operator. Best Management Practices certified. Roi provides a level of technical expertise that is uncommon in the pest management industry. He regularly offers seminars at the University of Florida Orange County Extension Office as well as at Harry P. Leu Gardens. Roi has been a guest speaker on the Better Lawns and Gardens with Tom MacCubbin radio show as well as Orange TV's Central Florida Gardening television series.

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