In the spring of 2023, my neighborhood on the north side of Chicago had a problem: a temperature change above Lake Michigan floated into our streets and caused fly eggs across the area to hatch.

Flies are generally drawn to foul odors like garbage, rotting foods, waste, and dirty drains. Flies are also attracted to outdoor lighting, and can enter a home through broken screens or entry points.

Fruit flies are some of the worst household pests that exist, made worse by the fact that they are seemingly impossible to get rid of. The flies are attracted to fruit, other foods, and garbage, and ...

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, ...

Fill a small bowl or jar with a cup of apple cider vinegar and a few squirts of dish soap.

It's happened to all of us—the bunch of bananas meant to be used in smoothies or enjoyed as a healthy snack is now sitting on the kitchen counter, turning a not-so-appetizing shade of brown. Besides ...

If giant rats weren’t enough, something else is looking to hibernate in your home: cluster flies. You might ask: what’s so ...

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Vinegar repels and traps flies by disrupting their scent-based navigation. Use it fresh and warm, mixed with soap, oil, or mint, and spray in problem areas. Pair with cleaning; call a pro if flies ...