Residential Fly Lights and the Flying Insects They Attract All Year
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Fly lights are an effective way to reduce flying insects inside your home. They use ultraviolet light to attract pests, trapping or zapping them before they spread bacteria. Residential fly lights work quietly and continuously, keeping kitchens, garages, and living spaces cleaner and more comfortable.
How Fly Lights Work
Fly lights use UV bulbs to lure insects that respond to light. Once the pest approaches, it is either captured on a glue board or electrocuted. They are safe for homes because they contain no chemicals or fumes.
Common Flying Insects Attracted to Fly Lights Different insects respond to fly lights depending on the season and environment.
House Flies – Found year-round, especially in kitchens and trash areas. They carry bacteria and contaminate food.
Fruit Flies – Most common in summer and fall. They breed in overripe fruit, drains, and garbage.
Drain Flies – Thrive in moist areas such as bathrooms and under sinks. Attracted to organic buildup and moisture.
Gnats – Found around potted plants or damp soil. Often appear during warmer months.
Mosquitoes – More active in spring and summer. Some species respond to light traps placed near entryways.
Moths – Attracted to UV light at night, especially in cooler months when outdoor food sources are limited.
Seasonal Fly Activity
Spring: Warmer temperatures bring out gnats, mosquitoes, and fruit flies as they breed near water and organic material.
Summer: Peak activity for house flies and fruit flies. Keep fly lights in kitchens, patios, and garages.
Fall: Moths and fruit flies look for warm indoor shelter. Place fly lights near windows and entry doors.
Winter: Drain flies and gnats persist indoors where moisture and warmth remain. Keep units near sinks and bathrooms.
Where to Place Fly Lights
In kitchens near trash cans or food prep areas
In laundry rooms and garages
Near windows and entry doors
In basements or crawl spaces with moisture
Why Consistent Use Matters Flies and other small insects breed quickly. Running your fly light year-round interrupts their life cycle. Regularly replace glue boards and bulbs for best results.
Professional pest control services inspect problem areas, recommend placement, and ensure traps stay effective throughout the year.
For reliable residential fly control in Rialto, Fontana, and nearby areas, contact TruPest Solutions at 951-334-5288
