Commercial Fly Control Services

Removing Flies From Your Business

Flies are more than just a nuisance. In any business environment, they can pose serious health and safety risks. From contaminated food surfaces to drains and garbage areas, uncontrolled fly populations, including phorid flies, moth flies and houseflies entering through vents or openings, can compromise product/food safety and operations, violate health codes, and ultimately, damage your reputation. 

At Orkin Canada, we specialize in commercial fly control designed for businesses of all types. Whether you’re dealing with high-volume entrances, production lines, or waste-handling zones, our solutions help you stop flies and prevent them from returning.

Why Fly Control Matters

Health Risks

• Disease transmission: Flies can spread more than 100 pathogens by transferring germs from garbage, drains or decaying matter to food and surfaces, causing foodborne illnesses. These pathogens can include E. coli, Salmonella, Shingles and Tuberculosis.
• Direct contamination: When flies land on food, surfaces, or equipment, they physically leave behind bacteria from their bodies, germ-loaded regurgitated material, and fecal matter. This direct contact poses a food safety risk because it can lead to foodborne illness. Their feeding habits, rapid breeding cycle and population build-up increase the likelihood of repeated contamination. 
• Compromised sanitation: The presence of flies in any given facility is unappealing and unsanitary. It reflects poor sanitation, which can compromise food safety and lead to poor customer perception of the brand.  

Property & Operational Damage

• Facility interruptions: Flies attracted to drains, garbage, or damp zones may lead to contamination, audit failures, and production shutdowns. Especially in food service, food production, and healthcare environments.
• Chronic sanitation problems: From phorid fly larvae in waste bins to moth fly larvae in drain film buildups, hidden breeding sites create long-term fly issues unless located and removed.
• Structural entries: Common flies, such as houseflies, flesh flies, bottle flies, fruit flies, and cluster flies, can find structural gaps to enter, introduce additional bacteria, or become a nuisance.
  

Orkin Canada’s Fly Control Process

Step 1: Inspection & Identification

Your Orkin Fly Control Pro conducts a thorough assessment of your facility to identify the fly species present, including fruit flies, drain flies, and blow flies, and locate how they are entering and where they are breeding. Proper identification is key. For example, the typical life expectancy of fruit fly adults is 14 to 21 days.

Step 2: Customized Fly Control & Prevention Plan

We build a plan tailored to your building’s needs. Options may include:

• Exclusion & Deterrents: Screens, door sweeps, air curtains, and sealing openings.
• Mechanical Control: LED fly light and fly traps to capture adult flies.
• Residual Treatments & Fly Baits: Used when active fly populations are already present
• Habitat Modification: Non-toxic enzyme treatments for organic buildup, drain foam services, and sanitation plans to eliminate breeding conditions for moth fly larvae, as well as fly-attracting odours.

Step 3: Monitoring & Follow-Up

Our Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach includes ongoing monitoring, documentation, and adjustments to ensure long-term prevention and audit-ready compliance.

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Most Common Flies in Commercial Buildings

Proper identification is crucial in determining the most effective fly control strategy.

• Houseflies: Found near garbage, drains, and food waste
• Fruit flies: Attracted to sugary liquids and overripe produce
• Drain flies: Breed in organic buildup inside drains and floor sinks
• Blow/bottle flies: Often found near decaying organic matter

High-Risk Commercial Locations for Flies

• Restaurant kitchens, buffets, and beverage bars
• Food production, packaging, processing, and cold storage
• Multi-family buildings, condos, and apartments
• Grocery stores, produce departments and fresh-cut operations
• Grain and agriculture farms
• Wineries and vineyards
• Landfills, recycling centres, and solid waste treatment facilities
• Hotels, hostels, motels, and cottage rentals
• Schools, universities, and private institutions
• Energy plants, and oil and gas sites
• Government and public sector buildings

Frequently Asked Questions About Orkin Canada’s Professional Fly Control Services

What causes fly infestations in commercial buildings?

Flies are typically attracted to:

• Poorly managed garbage or compost
• Standing water or clogged drains
• Food residues on floors or counters
• Open doors or broken window screens

We identify the source of the infestation and eliminate it as part of our commercial fly control services.

What fly control methods do you use in commercial environments?

Orkin Canada uses an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach that includes:

• Preventive measures: Sanitation assessments and recommendations
• Installation of insect light traps (ILTs)
• Baiting and exclusion tactics
• Drain cleaning and enzyme treatment
• Insect growth regulators (IGRs) where appropriate

All solutions are discreet, effective, and safe for employees and customers.

How do insect light traps help with fly control?

Insect light traps (ILTs) are designed to attract and capture flying insects using UV light. They are commonly used in food prep areas, commercial kitchens, and loading docks. We strategically install and monitor ILTs as part of your ongoing commercial fly control program.

Is your fly control safe for food-handling areas?

Yes. Our fly control solutions are compliant with food safety standards, including HACCP and CFIA regulations. We use non-toxic methods where required and provide thorough documentation to support compliance.

How much does commercial fly control cost?

Costs vary based on facility size, infestation severity, and service frequency. Orkin Canada offers customized programs and pricing based on a free consultation.

How can I prevent flies from entering my business?

To reduce the risk of infestation:

• Keep doors and windows closed or install air curtains
• Repair damaged window screens and door sweeps
• Seal cracks and gaps in wall, around utility entry points  
• Good waste management: empty and clean trash and recycling bins regularly, maintain compactors, always keep them closed and avoid overflowing
• Maintain clean drains and eliminate standing water
• Schedule routine fly control inspections and treatments

We help commercial clients implement these practices and more as part of our service plans.

Do you offer emergency fly control services?

Yes. If you have an active fly outbreak affecting your business operations or food safety, we offer fast, discreet emergency fly control services to resolve the issue and prevent recurrence.