In this article we’ll dive into some of Google’s most frequently asked questions. If you’re after some answers to frequently asked questions about our product specifically click here to be taken to our website.
How do you keep flies out of a restaurant/ cafe?
Some effective ways to keep flies out of restaurants are to keep outside doors closed, clean your venue regularly, take out the bins and clear tables often. If these measures don’t suffice, consider using targeted fly control products like those offered by The Fly Lady.
What smell do flies hate the most? What smell keeps flies away?
A quick Google search reveals that naturally strong scents such as lavender, peppermint, citronella, catnip, cinnamon, eucalyptus and lemongrass are known to repel flies. However, it is worth noting that The Fly Lady spray does not have any strong scents and is unnoticeable. Our product targets the flies not through scent but by pyrethrin. Pyrethrin targets cold-blooded organisms, compelling flies to leave the premises rather than dying on surfaces, such as tables, where customers are dining.
What are the spinning things that keep flies off food?
The “spinning things” are likely Fly Fans. These devices are ideal for areas like service counters and display cabinets. They use soft blades to create a breeze that deters flies. The blades are safe for humans and pets, automatically stopping and resuming when interrupted. Fly Fans are available on The Fly Lady website for $21.
How to keep flies away from a grazing table? How to keep flies off food?
The above-mentioned Fly Fan can be an excellent solution to flies hovering over your grazing board. Otherwise, a strong breeze, closed doors or the use of The Fly Lady spray can be excellent ways to keep flies away from a grazing table.
How do you get rid of flies immediately?
The only instant solution to flies is a fly swatter, harmful sprays that will disturb your customers, or The Fly Lady spray. We can guarantee that with our product, your business will be free of pests. The Fly Lady spray is highly effective, with results evident within hours for small venues or up to 24 hours for larger spaces. Additionally, unlike other harmful insect sprays, The Fly Lady spray is harmless to warm-blooded creatures, food safe, and HACCP approved.
What is the best remedy to keep flies away?
While at-home remedies such as cinnamon, vodka-based repellents, and eucalyptus oil might work in some situations, their effectiveness can vary. Maintaining a clean environment is crucial, but it may not fully resolve the issue. The Fly Lady spray, a pyrethrin-based product, is a guaranteed solution for keeping flies out of commercial establishments when appropriately used.
How to get rid of little flies ASAP?
We hear this frequently asked question almost daily! If referring to fruit flies, the first step is to remove all potential attractants. Fruit flies are attracted to ripened fruits and vegetables, along with sweet syrups such as cordial, soft drinks and alcohol. Additionally, they are attracted to garbage disposals, bar taps, bins and residue on mops, rags and sponges. It is important to keep a clean venue in order to deter these pests. The Fly Lady spray is excellent at repelling fruit and other flies.
What is the most common fly in Australia?
The most common fly found in Australia is the House Fly, brought here by early European Settlers. House Flies are found in homes, commercial kitchens, stores, factories, and farms, meaning they are everywhere in Australia. Their population increases in November when summer starts to set in. They are typically attracted to the scent of food. They can be avoided through keeping your venue clean, keeping your doors closed and using The Fly Lady spray.
How do I identify a type of fly?
House flies are approximately the the size of a fingernail, with a dark brown or black appearance, red eyes, transparent wings, and four stripes on its body. Known for their distinctive buzzing sound. Fruit flies are much smaller, around the size of a grain of sand, with a reddish-brown color and no audible sound.
Which flies are harmful in Australia?
A variety of flies can be harmful, however it is important to note that flies themselves are not lethal, they can be harmful because of the bacteria they carry.
House Flies are notorious for spreading bacteria because they feed and breed on decaying organic matter such as feces, garbage and rotting food. They will also land on food in your venue if given the chance. This allows for harmful cross-contamination. House Flies carry bacteria such as E. Coli, Salmonella, Shigella, Staphylococcus aureus and Clostridium perfringens. These bacteria can lead to food poisoning, urinary tract infections, typhoid fever, dysentery, skin infections and gangrene.
Fruit Flies are less harmful than House Flies but can still contaminate food with microbes from decaying fruit or dirty surfaces. Fruit Flies can carry bacteria such as Acetobacter and Klebsiella. These can cause respiratory infections and foodborne illnesses. Additionally, Fruit Flies can carry various yeasts and molds. This can spoil food and occasionally cause health issues, especially to immunocompromised individuals.
These two flies are the most commonly seen fly species in restaurants. Generally they are not dangerous and these listed effects rarely occur. Nevertheless it is still important to be educated on the potential effects flies can have on your customers.
Other fly breeds than can be dangerous are:
Blowflies: can often lay eggs in wounds, leading to myiasis. They also can carry Clostridium botulinum, which causes botulism.
Sand Flies/ Midgies: Can transmit Leishmania parasites, causing leishmaniasis, a potentially severe skin or systemic disease.
Horse Flies: are known for their bite, which is painful but usually harmless.
This frequently asked question often stems from fear, but once again, flies themselves are not generally dangerous, its the bacteria they carry!
What attracts flies? What odor attracts flies?
House Flies are attracted to the scent of food and decaying organic matter such as rotten food, bins and feces. Fruit Flies are attracted to sweet or fermented liquids such as soft drinks, cordials, bar syrups and ripening fruit. They can also be attracted to the residue of cleaning products on things like mops, chucks and tea towels. Blow Flies are attracted to garbage, food scraps and decaying organic matter, similarly to House Flies. Other Various Flies are attracted to lots of things such as lights, each other, brains, dead animals, pet waste, spilled animal feed etc.
Why do flies sit on humans?
Most flies land on people for a number of reasons.
Warmth: Flies are attracted to the warmth of our bodies.
Food: They also like the smell of food and rubbish, which we can especially smell whilst working.
Salt and Oils: Flies are drawn to the salt, dead skin and natural oils on our skin.
Sweat: Some flies drink sweat as it is full of salt and proteins.
Sight: Flies have excellent vision that allows them to have an almost 360-degree view at all times, meaning they are not threatened by us.
Proximity: Humans are generally close to running water and food, two things flies love.
Any Other Questions?
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