How to Get Rid of Flies (Makhi) in Pakistan

FLY CONTROL · PAKISTAN

Can't keep food on the table for two minutes without flies landing on it? Flies — makhi (مکھی) are one of the most common and unhygienic pests in Pakistani homes. They feed on garbage and waste, then land straight on your food — spreading germs that cause stomach infections, typhoid and diarrhoea. The good news: with the right method you can clear them fast and keep them away. Here's exactly how.

Signs you have a fly problem

A few makhi indoors usually means a breeding source nearby. Watch for these signs:

• Flies landing on food the moment it's uncovered on the table or in the kitchen.
• Constant buzzing around the bin, sink and windows.
• Small dark specks (fly spots) on walls, light fittings and window glass.
• Maggots in the bin, drains or anywhere waste collects.

What attracts flies and where they breed

Makhi are drawn to food, waste and moisture, and they breed in rotting material. Check all of these:

• Open kitchen bins and uncovered garbage
• Dirty dishes, food crumbs and spills left out
• Overripe fruit and uncovered cooked food
• Drains, sinks and damp, dirty corners
• Animal waste, dustbins and gutters outside the house

Why flies are so hard to get rid of

A single female fly can lay hundreds of eggs that hatch into maggots within a day or two, so the numbers explode fast. Swatting and sprays-in-the-air only deal with the makhi you can see right now and do nothing about the ones breeding in the bin or drain. You need to remove the breeding source and use a spray with a residual (long-lasting) effect that keeps killing flies resting on walls and windows for weeks.

How to get rid of flies — step by step

1. Remove the source. Empty and cover bins, clear food waste, and clean up spills, overripe fruit and dirty dishes. No waste means nowhere to breed.
2. Clean drains and damp corners. Flush and scrub drains and sinks where maggots develop, and dry out wet, dirty spots.
3. Spray a professional-grade fly killer. Mix the powder with water and spray walls, around windows and doors, and the rubbish area where flies rest. This is the step that actually clears them.
4. Cover food, screen windows and re-treat. Keep food covered, fit mesh on windows, and spray again after 2–3 weeks to kill the next generation of makhi.

The best fly killer spray in Pakistan

For step 3, use a concentrated, imported-grade formula instead of a weak retail spray. We recommend:

• Warhunt 35% WDG — a powerful 35% formula that kills flies, ants and fleas as well as cockroaches, bedbugs, termites, mosquitoes and hornets. The ideal choice for a fly (makhi) problem. Includes a free sprayer & safety mask.
• Hunter Extinct 30% WG — a professional powder for homes also fighting bedbugs, cockroaches, termites or mosquitoes; works within 2 hours and lasts 4–6 weeks. Also comes with a free sprayer and mask.

Both are odourless after drying, safe for family use once the area is ventilated, and delivered free across Pakistan with Cash on Delivery (COD).

Before & after treatment

How to stop flies from coming back

• Keep bins covered and empty them daily — never let waste pile up.
• Cover all food and clean up crumbs and spills straight away.
• Fit mesh screens on kitchen windows and doors.
• Keep drains and sinks clean, and re-treat at the first sign of makhi.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to get rid of flies?

Once you remove the breeding source and spray a residual treatment, most homes see a big drop within a day or two, and a second application after 2–3 weeks keeps makhi away.

Is fly killer spray safe to use in the kitchen?

Yes — keep food and utensils away while spraying, let the surfaces dry, and ventilate for 2–3 hours. Always wear the included mask during application.

Why do flies keep coming back?

Almost always because a food or waste source is still exposed. Cover food, seal the bin, clean the drains, and spray resting spots to break the cycle.

Where can I buy fly killer in Pakistan?

You can order Warhunt or Hunter Extinct online with free nationwide delivery and Cash on Delivery anywhere in Pakistan.