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Homes & Gardens
Ottilie Blackhall

This is the quirkiest fly-repelling patio trick I've ever seen – pest pros say it'll help you enjoy fly-free al fresco dining this summer

A large tablescaped table with white tablecloth on a gravel area overlooking a green landscape of trees and hills.

When you think of keeping flies away when dining outside, you'd be forgiven if your mind doesn't automatically go to disco balls. But, if you're a fan of al-fresco meals, hanging one up could be just the ticket for keeping your patio fly-free without chemicals.

While our pest control experts explain that it won't work well on cloudy days, they do agree that it's a fun way to add flair to your patio and repel those annoying flies and a good trick to add to your arsenal this summer.

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