Many of us will have been cracking open our windows and doors over the past few days amid the summer heatwave - but unfortunately, letting some fresh air into our home also means rolling out the red carpet for insects to come in for an unwanted visit.
Flies can be a particularly stubborn problem at this time of year, and there's nothing worse than hearing them buzz around for hours on end as they try unsuccessfully to find their way out - not to mention the hygiene risks they pose to our food and surfaces. However, there are a few easy ways to keep the pests out of your home without resorting to expensive products or unpleasant chemicals, The Express reports.
According to Jordan Foster, pest expert at Fantastic Pest Control, any problems you're having with flies in your home can be taken care of with some cotton balls and a scent that the pesky insects don't like. Flies are not keen on many of the smells commonly found in essential oils, including peppermint, lavender and eucalyptus.
