The holistic approach to fly management and what it means for businesses

In their search for food, flies can cause a nightmare scenario for businesses. Food safety? Compromised. Diseases? Spread widely. Audit compliance? A struggle. And that’s not all. Fly infestations can tarnish a business’ reputation and undermine hygiene perceptions, too.

There’s no denying that flies’ tendencies can spell trouble for businesses if left unchecked, but a comprehensive fly control programme can help companies reclaim control over their environment.

In this blog, we’ll explore what holistic fly control is, the business benefits and extensive fly control from the experts in pest control.

What is holistic fly control?

Holistic fly control is all about looking at the big picture, and it combines fly-control products with professional servicing and maintenance for a comprehensive defence programme. It means businesses go beyond simply installing fly-control products.

Instead, the approach considers the pest’s lifecycle, biology and environmental factors that could contribute to its presence. It’s a type of integrated pest management (IPM) which combines practices to eliminate the root cause of infestations and focuses on long-term prevention. At Rentokil, four principles form the basis of our IPM programme: exclusion, restriction, destruction and monitoring.

Exclusion controls prevent pest entry, while restriction measures seek to contain the spread of pest infestations or discourage access. Destruction controls eradicate existing infestations by combining highly effective, non-toxic measures, and regular monitoring of a customer’s premises can prevent smaller problems from developing into bigger ones.

Ultimately, complete fly control aims to eliminate existing fly populations and prevent future infestations by combining solutions and servicing to ensure fly-control products and practices always perform optimally and keep flies at bay.

The process can involve

• Behavioural insights – understanding flies’ lifecycles and biology to inform protection measures.
• Exclusion methods, including outdoor fly control to prevent fly entry and proper sanitation and disposal of organic waste to eliminate fly breeding grounds.
• Restriction and destruction solutions, including insect light traps (ILTs) and fly traps.
• Regular monitoring of premises.

How can your business benefit from holistic fly control?

Businesses can benefit from a far-reaching fly-control programme in several ways. Let’s take a look.

• Enhances health and safety

• Protects the business’ reputation

• Tailored fly control

• Potential cost savings

• Effectively contains fly infestations

Holistic fly control from the experts in pest control

An extensive fly-control programme can bring businesses a wealth of benefits compared to simply installing products to keep flies at bay, but where do you start, and what’s on offer?

That’s where we can help. When it comes to fly control, we’re always looking at the big picture and are with you every step of the way (from installation to servicing), so you can rest assured your premises are protected and focus your time and efforts on day-to-day operations.

We’ve been helping businesses manage fly risks for over 100 years, longer than microwave ovens or the World Wide Web have existed. Our customers benefit from more than just products; they gain access to a complete programme that combines cutting-edge technology with expert insight from our leading entomologists and highly trained technicians. 

Our entomologists are committed to understanding your needs and staying up-to-date with insect related research and industry trends. With extensive scientific backgrounds and years of experience, they lead the charge in researching and understanding fly biology, behaviour and control methods.This means novel and innovative ideas to protect your premises better, and you can rest assured that you’re receiving tailored solutions backed by science.

Meanwhile, our technicians undertake rigorous training and possess the knowledge, skills and
dedication for a best-in-class service. They meticulously inspect and assess each site to identify
potential fly harbourage areas and conducive conditions. This comprehensive evaluation allows them to develop fly management plans tailored to your premises' unique needs.

Lumnia – the award-winning range of insect light traps (ILTs)

Our team of entomologists and technicians stand us in excellent stead to provide leading fly control, but it’s the combination of our staff and industry-leading products that offers our customers an unparalleled fly-control programme.

Lumnia is a central solution in our fly-control offering – our award-winning insect light trap range. With energy savings of up to 79%, the ability to capture flies faster than any other ILT on the market and an 80% greater reach than fluorescent tubes, it’s truly unmatched in the industry. It’s also the biggest range of ILTs on the market, so there’s a perfect unit for every unique environment.

One of the key differentiators of Lumnia is the commitment to a personalised service that backs it. Our team takes the time to understand your business needs, challenges and environment. They conduct thorough assessments of your premises, analysing factors such as potential breeding sites, and use this to develop a bespoke fly-management plan for optimal results.

They use their expertise and experience to determine the best place on your site for the unit, professionally install it and regularly service it to ensure optimal performance.

EcoCatch Flies – the most sustainable solution for outdoor fly control on the market

Our complete fly-control offering is enhanced by indoor and outdoor fly control solutions. While our Lumnia units seek to control and eliminate flies indoors, EcoCatch Flies is our sustainable solution that tackles the challenges of outdoor fly control and replaces conventional single-use products.

Controlled tests have revealed it’s proven to be up to 60% more effective than the market-leading competitor. Furthermore, over 33% of each unit is made from recycled plastic, and the unit can be reused almost indefinitely – significantly reducing plastic waste.

Flies are innately attracted to sweet-smelling liquids. So, we harnessed this knowledge to create a trap based on a scientifically proven mechanism, effectively attracting flies and trapping them safely and efficiently.

While the product is an excellent outdoor fly control solution, we pair it with professional servicing and expertise to make it an industry-leading solution. First, our specially trained technicians conduct site surveys to identify the best strategic locations for EcoCatch Flies and install the product. The unit then works to attract and trap flies, and our pest control technicians continue to provide regular servicing of the unit in line with your SLA. This ensures the trap remains effective over time, maintaining the highest standards of fly control, which means we’ll back you every step of the way.

Holistic fly control for your business

Whether in food production facilities, hospitality establishments, healthcare settings or retail environments, holistic fly control strategies ensure a cleaner, safer and more hygienic environment for employees and customers across a range of sectors.

Ready to see what holistic fly control can do for your business? Take a look here.