Are Drain Flies Harmful?
WouterIf you suspect a drain flies infestation, the first step is to identify the source. It could be a damaged sewage line or a damp area beneath your air conditioning unit. You may also notice drain flies indoors near sink drains, toilets, showers, or floor drains. Once you know where the source is, you can get rid of the flies.
Drain flies reproduce very quickly. You may not be able to kill them all by yourself, which is why it’s better to call a professional to help you get rid of them. Professional exterminators know how to break the reproductive cycle of the flies, which means they can get rid of the infestation faster.
Drain flies are small winged insects that are similar to fruit flies and gnats. Their bodies and wings are round and fuzzy. They prefer to live in areas with standing water and lay their eggs in it. The larvae will feed on the organic matter in these wet environments.
The larvae of drain flies can carry harmful bacteria and dirt. The parasitic Onchocercidae nematodes, or “worms,” can cause severe illness. The larvae of drain flies can also transmit cholera and microfilaria to humans.
