Your Guide to Pewaukee Fly Control

Posted by Mosquito Squad

March 24, 2025

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Common Types of Flies in Pewaukee

There are several types of flies known to irritate residents of Pewaukee and throughout Wisconsin, and we’ve listed some of the worst offenders below.

House flies: House flies are dull gray, usually sized at around a quarter of an inch. They are most commonly found near decaying organic matter. They are associated with the spread of diseases like salmonella, typhoid, and cholera.

Black flies: These small, dark, humpbacked flies are most active in late spring near streams and rivers. They use their sharp, jagged mouthparts to slice the skin, which can cause swelling, fever, and severe allergic reactions.

Cluster flies: Though they resemble house flies, cluster flies are larger with golden hair that makes them appear to glitter. They tend to annoy homeowners due to their tendency to overwinter in homes, but they don’t carry diseases or bite.

Midges: Found swarming near bodies of water, some midges can be harmless but annoying, while others may bite and cause itchy welts.

Deer flies: These thrive in wetlands and wooded areas, and their bites can be quite painful. Unlike mosquitoes, they will also bite multiple times in a single attack. They’re also known to transmit diseases like tularemia.

Flies & Your Health

The effect a fly might have on your health will differ according to the type of fly it is. However, the most common types – like house flies – are often found near decaying matter, from which they carry bacteria into our food. They are associated with at least 200 pathogens known to harm humans and animals.

Other flies can be problematic because of their bites. For example, deer flies, which thrive in the types of conditions found along Pewaukee Lake, cause painful blisters to develop and may trigger severe allergic reactions, and may also spread diseases like anthrax, anaplasmosis, and even Lyme disease.

For these reasons and more, it’s a good idea to invest in professional Pewaukee fly control solutions in order to help keep yourself and your loved ones protected from the dangers that flies can inflict.

Steps for Preventing a Fly Infestation at Home

If you’re concerned about flies becoming a problem in your home, there are some precautions you can take to keep them away.

Waste Management: Instill in each member of your family the habit of disposing of trash quickly in the correct receptacle. Each garbage can on your property, both indoors and outdoors, should be fitted with a secure lid.
Cleanliness: Avoid letting spills, crumbs, or food scraps linger for too long. With a focus on your kitchen and bathroom, wipe down surfaces and regularly clean your floors. Make sure you’re also diligently cleaning up pet waste.
Moisture: Fix leaky pipes quickly, and make sure to regularly clean out your drains. If needed, a dehumidifier can help reduce moisture in the air in your home.
Entry Points: Flies can get inside by exploiting tiny openings. Seal up any potential entry points using caulk or weather stripping and repair holes in screens.
Air Flow: Using fans to create a breeze can keep flies from spending too much time in your space, as too much movement in the air will deter them from staying airborne.

However, even the most diligent of homeowners could find themselves spending too much time swatting away flies rather than spending their time enjoying their homes. If that happens to you, reach out to us and ask about our Pewaukee fly control treatments!

Try Our Particularly Powerful Pewaukee Fly Control Solution

Because Pewaukee is home to so many types of flies, we recommend giving our Squad Fly Control package a try for optimal fly control. This innovative solution combines our highly effective barrier protection treatment spray with targeted strategies that are designed to fight back against flies at their source. Once we apply the treatment, it will deter flies and other pests for up to 21 days!