Flies
General overview: detection, proofing and source control around waste, drains and loading docks.
Flying insects
Flies and wasps pose a direct hygiene and safety risk in hospitality and food processing. We combine proofing, trapping and source control.
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Species within flying insects
Identification and approach per species.
House fly and lesser house fly
Most common indoors. The breeding site is almost always in organic waste or contaminated drains.
Flesh and blow flies
Indicate a carcass or perishable material in or around the building. Finding the source is step one.
Moisture-loving flies
Breed in the biofilm of drains and grease traps. Cleaning and enzyme treatment of pipes.
Fruit flies
Attracted by fermenting fruit, beer and soft drink residue. Source control behind bars and in storage.
Overwintering flies
Cluster flies seek out cavity walls and attics in autumn. Proofing before the season works best.
Mosquitoes
Breed in stagnant water on roofs, in drains and water butts. Proofing and source management.
Clothes moth
Larvae can damage wool and other animal-derived fibres. Check rarely used textile storage.
Pantry moths
Check dry goods for larvae and webbing. Remove affected products and protect remaining stock.
Drain flies
Small, hairy flies from drains and grease separators. These are flies, not moths; inspect organic deposits as a possible source.
Wasps, bees and bumblebees
Safely remove or relocate nests. Identify the species and assess safety and applicable rules; relocation is not always possible.
Our approach
- Placement and maintenance of electric fly killers (EFK)
- Safe removal of wasp and hornet nests
- Moth control in storage and textiles
- Hygiene advice for waste areas and drains
Risk
Wasp stings for staff and guests, contamination of prepared food and HACCP deviations.