How to get rid of fruit flies

Getting rid of fruit flies is easier than it seems with my really simple DIY homemade trap. The best part is it uses only 2 ingredients and a few common household items, getting rid of pesky fruit flies naturally and easily.

How to Make the Best Fruit Fly Trap

Fruit flies are a nuisance—they gather on fruit, near sinks, and around kitchen bins. They reproduce like CRAZY, so you need to nip the problem in the bud!

1. Mix: Into a recycled jam jar or mason jar, add half a cupful (about 40ml) of apple cider vinegar and a few drops of washing up liquid.
2. Cover: Tightly cover the jar with plastic wrap, like clingfilm, then secure with a rubber band or hair band around the lip of the jar so it stays put.
3. Poke: Gently poke TINY holes into the plastic wrap using the end of a toothpick. Don’t make them too large or the fruit flies may fly out.
4. Wait: Leave the trap out for a few days in areas where fruit flies gather. Toss every few days and refresh with new solution if needed.

How it Works

The flies are attracted to the smell of the apple cider vinegar because they love fermenting fruit. They enter the holes, go to check out the vinegar, then get stuck in the soap. It’s a clean and quick way to get rid of them in just a few days.

The Risk of Fresh Fruit

If you LOVE having a bowl of fresh fruit on your counter, unfortunately, this will bring unwanted guests into your home! To help keep them away, try using a mesh fruit cover.

PRO TIP: Make sure those holes are tiny! If they are too big, the flies will treat your trap like a revolving door. A toothpick is the perfect size to keep them in once they've entered.

So easy and no more fruit flies. I have had lots of luck with this simple recipe and I hope it helps you reclaim your kitchen! For more kitchen hacks, grab a copy of one of my books!

Lynsey Queen of Clean xoxo

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