Step 2: Install the Funnel
Place the funnel upside down over the opening of the container.
The narrow end should point downward toward the liquid.
Flies can easily enter through the opening but often struggle to locate the exit afterward.
If you do not have a funnel, you can create one by cutting the top off a plastic bottle and inserting it upside down into the bottom half.
This recycling method works extremely well and costs nothing.
Step 3: Choose the Right Location
Placement plays a major role in the trap’s success.
Position the trap where flies are frequently seen, such as:
- Near windows
- Close to garbage bins
- Near compost containers
- In utility rooms
- Near kitchen entry points
Avoid placing the trap directly beside uncovered food to maintain proper kitchen hygiene.
Additional Ways to Reduce Flies
The trap works best when combined with simple preventive measures:
- Clean kitchen surfaces regularly
- Dispose of food waste promptly
- Store ripe fruit properly
- Keep garbage containers closed
- Wipe up spills immediately
- Clean recycling containers frequently
Removing food sources helps make your home less attractive to flies in the first place.
Maintenance tips and final advice continue on the next page.
