Flies seem to come out of nowhere and are always pesky — especially around food and the ingredients you cook with. However, there are two common kitchen ingredients that actually work well to deter ...

Is it a fruit fly or drain fly hovering over the trash or the bowl of fruit? Or maybe a gnat drawn to an indoor plant? Spring weather in Houston makes homes and backyards inviting places for the bug ...

After the long winter months, many of us are quick to welcome spring and summer with open arms. However, it can be difficult to enjoy the sunshine when it comes with an influx of flies. Fortunately, ...

As soon as the temperature rises, I notice a swarm of fruit flies taking up residency in my kitchen. And while I’m not one to turn guests away, I don’t want to encourage pests into my home. Despite ...

Flies might seem like harmless household pests, but these tiny invaders are more dangerous than they appear. Houseflies, fruit flies, and drain flies are notorious for spreading bacteria such as ...

Many people are not aware that inconspicuous fruit flies can carry diseases that are dangerous to humans and spread germs. Fruit flies fly to leftover food, mainly fresh, sweet products [Tom's Guide] ...