As an EPA-registered disinfectant, Pine-Sol, available at Target, is ideal for use as part of regular home disinfection, ...

Mix equal parts water and apple cider vinegar in a small jar, add a few drops of dish soap, and place it near affected plants. The vinegar's fermented smell attracts the flies, while the soap ensures ...

Summer is the ideal time to enjoy the great outdoors, going for strolls or tinkering in the garden. But nothing can ruin a ...

The state of Texas has just devised a unique system for dealing with maggots: “raining flies.” A biological control program ...

‘Cinnamon is another scent that repels flies due to its strong, spicy nature,' explains Daniel Steward, from Shield Pest Control. 'However, for homeowners, it adds a warm, comforting aroma that’s ...

Fruit flies are attracted to odors from food decay in trash cans. DIY traps, deodorizing products, and regular cleaning can ...

Using unconventional methods, the researchers showed just how good birds are at distinguishing wasp mimics from the real ...

Fed up of flies, mosquitoes and wasps ruining your BBQs during the summer months? This innovative fly repeller has been hailed 'a game-changer' for alfresco dining in the sunny weather ...

How to make a fragrant fly deterrent (Image credit: Shutterstock) To encourage pesky flies to do a U-turn, Birtwhistle uses a combination of fresh lemon with cloves to send them on their way.

Glen Peskett, DIY expert at Saxton Blades, says placing cucumber slices at entry points around your home, like on windowsills, can act as a deterrent to keep house flies out.

One of these lemon halves per room, Nancy adds, appears to be effective enough to keep the flies away. With the average supermarket lemon coming in at 30p (and one piece of fruit providing two DIY ...

During the monsoon, insects and flies are common due to moist and unhygienic conditions. Try these easy and natural repellents to keep away flies this monsoon. Tap to read!