Insect infestations in fridges can be a problem during the summer months and they're unhygienic and unpleasant. In the UK there are a few common pests that can become a nuisance around fridges.
With the warm weather of recent weeks set to continue, the white goods and appliance care experts at RGB Direct have analysed the four most common UK kitchen pests in summer that target your fridge and have offered advice on how to handle them.
Insects are attracted to fridges in the summer for a few reasons. Firstly, food odours. During the summer, people tend to cook more and keep more perishable food in their refrigerators. The scents from the meal may attract insects, especially if it is not adequately packed or covered.