<\/span><\/h4>\nThis is one of the most popular and effective home remedies for getting rid of fruit flies in the house. This trap uses the strong scent of apple cider vinegar to lure fruit flies in. Once inside, the plastic wrap prevents them from finding their way out.<\/p>\n
What You Need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- A small glass jar or cup<\/li>\n
- Apple cider vinegar (ACV)<\/li>\n
- Plastic wrap or a square of a plastic bag<\/li>\n
- Rubber band<\/li>\n
- Toothpick<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>Instructions: How to Set it Up<\/span><\/h5>\n\n- Choose a Clear Container: <\/strong>A small mason jar, cup, or even a recycled glass bottle works. Clear glass lets you see the trapped flies inside.<\/li>\n
- Pour in the Apple Cider Vinegar:<\/strong> Fill the container about 1-2 inches. The vinegar\u2019s fermented scent attracts the flies.<\/li>\n
- Seal the Top:<\/strong> Cover the opening tightly with plastic wrap and secure it with a rubber band.<\/li>\n
- Poke Holes:<\/strong> Use a toothpick to make 5-6 small holes in the plastic wrap. The flies will enter through these holes but won\u2019t be able to get out.<\/li>\n
- Place Strategically:<\/strong> Set the trap near fruit bowls, compost bins, or kitchen sinks, wherever flies are active.<\/li>\n
- Dispose Outdoors (Optional):<\/strong> Once the trap is full, take it outside to release the flies if you don\u2019t want to kill them.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Tip:<\/strong> No plastic wrap? You can poke holes in a mason jar lid using a nail and hammer to make this apple cider vinegar trap.<\/li>\n- \n
<\/span>Fruit Fly Dish Soap Trap (No Cover Needed)<\/span><\/h4>\nThis DIY fruit fly trap uses apple cider vinegar to attract fruit flies and dish soap to make sure they don\u2019t escape. It\u2019s incredibly simple and works great in open bowls left near problem areas.<\/p>\n