how do you kill gnats?

Question

I have a bunch of gnats flying around my sink and trash, how do I kill it all?

Answer 1

Indoor Control

To kill existing fungus gnats indoors, use Pyrethrin space sprays and pheromone traps or small, low profile Cento Fly Trap. To actually control and/or eliminate fungus gnat infestations in structures, the breeding sites of these flying pests must be addressed. Understanding the biology of fungus gnats is also of utmost importance if you wish to control the situation.

For those responsible for pest control in malls, corporate offices, doctor's office, hospitals or other commercial areas, fungus gnats can pose problems not encountered in residential areas. For gnat or fly elimination in commercial areas that are in public view, go to the Commercial Indoor Fly and Gnat Elimination page.

Locate all possible Fungus gnat breeding sites; these sites must be altered or eliminated. Because Fungus Gnats feed on fungus growing in moist organic matter and potting soil, the moisture in these areas must be greatly reduced or eliminated, if at all possible. When potting soil is allowed to dry between water applications, fungi are far less likely to grow. Without their food (fungus,) the fungus gnats cannot develop and mature into egg-laying adults.

To summarize indoor control, reduce the existing adult Fungus Gnats with the use of Pyrethrin sprays and pheromone traps; eliminate the infestation by locating and eliminating breeding sites.

Outdoor Control

The first step in controlling outdoor Fungus Gnats is to locate the moist soil where fly eggs are being laid. Rake the mulch and underlying soil, exposing the top layer of soil to sunlight and air flow. This will dry the soil, killing the fungus which feeds immature flies.

After preparing the soil, use a good surface treatment such as Deltamethrin Spray, Talstar liquid concentrate, Demon WP, Demon EC or Cypermethrin EC 4 ounce. Talstar is best, but Demon EC (or other products containing Cypermethrin) will suffice for smaller jobs. Mix a medium to weak solution of your pesticide and spray all suspected breeding sites, as well as the immediate surrounding areas. The treated areas will be perfectly safe for pets and children to re-enter when label instructions are followed and treated areas are allowed to dry. Repeat the application in 7 to 10 days, for heavier infestations.



Those nasty buggers! Good luck!

Answer 2

Gnat Spray Indoors

Answer 3

IF you have FUNGUS GNATS in your home, you're probably providing a place where they can live and breed, such as in the soil around houseplants where they actively feed on algae caused by excessive soil moisture.

If your problem is FUNGUS GNATS, try doing the following to eliminate them from your home;

1) Apply a generous dose of Insecticidal Soap onto the soil of your houseplants to kill the larvae.

2) Start watering less- allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.

3) Apply about 1/2 inch of sand on top of the soil of your houseplants- this should help eliminate the breeding grounds for the gnats.


Since you mentioned that you have these tiny flying insects hovering around your sink and trash, it sounds more likely that you have FRUIT FLIES. You can identify FRUIT FLIES very easily by their bright red eyes.

They love to hover around decaying vegetables, overripe fruit, leftover softdrinks, beer, wet mops/rags and especially kitchen sinks.

IF you think you have FRUIT FLIES, I'd recommend you do the following to eliminate your problem;

1) Get rid of the sources that are attracting them.

2) IF you don't have any fruit or vegetables that are out- try applying some Insecticidal Soap into the sink where they're probably breeding.

3) Spray a safe insecticide that will kill the flying adults.


Hope this was of some help to you. GOOD LUCK!

Answer 4

Gnats like to swarm(always in a swarm) around a moist area.. a sink in your case or if you were out in the yard, around your ears, mouth, etc.

Your kitchen.... do you have houseplants in your kitchen.. on the window ledge or something? If so.. the gnats will be attracted to the moisture in the plants.. and if you do have plants.. let the plants dry out just a little(a little less water) and the gnat problem should be helped..

Also.. since they swarm always in a group... I find it easier to just SPRAY them with a good spray.

Answer 5

use some kind of flying insect spray, and make sure you dont have dirty dishes, dirty disposal, plants, fruits like bananas or potatoes laying out right now....

Good Luck!

Answer 6

you need a gnat swatter!

www.gnatswatter.com

Answer 7

By using windex because it contains ammonia!