Why Does Windex Kill Flies?
Windex is an excellent household cleaner, but it will not kill fruit flies. It is not effective at eradicating the entire cockroach population. However, it can be used to control a rat or mouse population quickly. The chemicals in Windex will not harm humans or pets, and it will not affect most houseplants. Although Windex is effective at killing ants, it is not an effective substitute for insecticides.
Windex will not kill wasps, and it will only slow them down. It may cause them to itch for a short time, but they will bounce back within a few hours. Another insecticide that can be effective against wasps is Raid. Windex will kill bees, which are very valuable to the ecosystem.
Fly spray is toxic, and most household cleaners contain toxic chemicals. To reduce the risk of inhaling the chemicals, it is important to leave the room. You must let the cleaner and flies settle before returning. The amount of time it takes to do so will depend on the ventilation of the room and the concentration of the chemical.
Although Windex can kill adult spiders, it is not very effective in killing spider eggs. The concentration of ammonia in Windex is very low, and thus, the solution is not very strong enough to kill large spiders. Also, this solution will take time, as you have to spray each fruit fly separately. For more effective results, consider using alternative sprays. Another option is to make your own fruit fly traps.