Fly Control in London: House Flies, Cluster Flies & Fruit Flies
Different fly species require different treatment approaches. Learn about the most common fly pests in London and how to eliminate them effectively.
Common Fly Species in London
House Fly (Musca domestica) — the most common species, breeds in decaying organic matter and food waste. A serious health hazard in food businesses.
Cluster Fly (Pollenia rudis) — larger than house flies, congregate in loft spaces and wall cavities in autumn to overwinter. Not a health hazard but a significant nuisance.
Fruit Fly (Drosophila melanogaster) — tiny flies attracted to fermenting fruit and organic waste. Common in kitchens and food businesses.
Blow Fly / Bluebottle (Calliphora vomitoria) — large, metallic blue flies. Presence often indicates a dead animal nearby.
Health Risks of Flies
House flies are one of the most dangerous pests in food environments:
- Land on faeces and then food, transferring over 100 pathogens
- Spread Salmonella, E. coli, Typhoid, and Cholera
- Vomit digestive juices onto food before feeding
- A single house fly can carry millions of bacteria
Professional Fly Control
- Electric fly killers (EFK) — UV light traps for food businesses
- Residual insecticide — applied to resting surfaces
- Fly screens — mesh screens for windows and doorways
- Cluster fly treatment — insecticide treatment of loft spaces in autumn
- Source elimination — identifying and removing breeding sites
For food businesses, we provide EHO-compliant fly control with full documentation.
Call 07586 072087 for professional fly control across London.