How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies (Fast) – NoBuzz Blog

Fruit flies are annoying, relentless, and love your bananas.

Luckily, you can eliminate them in under 48 hours with the right trap setup and kitchen habits.

Step 1: Eliminate Bait

Clean all surfaces, seal produce, and wipe down drains with vinegar.

The first rule of fruit fly control is removing what attracts them:

Store ripe fruit in the refrigerator or sealed containers
Wipe down counters with a vinegar solution daily
Empty trash frequently and keep bins sealed
Clean up spills immediately — even tiny drops of juice can attract flies

Step 2: Deploy the Trap

Use a dish with apple cider vinegar and dish soap. Or try the NoBuzz Trap™ — it’s lab-tested and safe for kitchens.

DIY Option: Apple Cider Vinegar Trap

Fill a shallow dish with apple cider vinegar
Add 2-3 drops of dish soap
Cover with plastic wrap and poke small holes
Place near problem areas

Professional Option: NoBuzz Trap™

Our NoBuzz Trap™ uses a scientifically-formulated attractant that’s:

3x more effective than DIY traps
Spill-proof and child-safe
Odor-free and kitchen-friendly
Fast-acting — works in 24-48 hours

Step 3: Monitor & Maintain

Empty traps daily. Avoid scented soaps or bleach near fruit zones.

Key maintenance tips:

Replace DIY traps every 2-3 days
Check for new breeding sources (drains, garbage disposals)
Keep traps 3-6 feet away from food prep areas
Be patient — complete elimination takes 2-3 days

Advanced Tips for Stubborn Infestations

If you’re still seeing flies after 3 days:

Check your drains — they might be breeding there (learn why)
Use more traps — severe infestations need 4-6 traps
Consider a DIY Kit for ongoing protection

Prevention is Key

Once you’ve eliminated the current infestation:

Clean drains weekly with boiling water
Store produce properly
Maintain trap coverage during fruit season
Consider a subscription service for ongoing protection

Ready to eliminate fruit flies for good? Try NoBuzz Trap™ — it’s backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee. For comprehensive protection, get our DIY Kit with traps, drain gel, and ongoing supplies.

🧠 Pro Tip: Fruit flies have a 7-day lifecycle. Even after eliminating adults, eggs may still hatch. Keep traps active for a full week to break the cycle.