Common Types of Flying Insects

🪰 House Flies

• Feed on waste, food scraps, and decaying matter

• Spread bacteria such as E. coli and Salmonella, causing food poisoning and diarrhea

• Rapid breeders that thrive in warm conditions

🪲 Cluster Flies

• Gather in large numbers in attics, windows, and wall voids during colder months

• While less harmful than other flies, infestations create nuisance and hygiene issues

• Difficult to remove without professional treatment

🦟 Mosquitoes

• Breed in stagnant water such as buckets, gutters, and garden containers

• Known to spread viruses and parasites, causing itching, rashes, and illness

• Particularly active during warmer months in New Zealand

🪰 Fruit Flies

• Attracted to ripe fruit, sugary drinks, and food waste

• Common in kitchens, restaurants, and food preparation areas

• Multiply quickly and contaminate food surfaces

🐝 Wasps

• Aggressive stinging insects that pose health risks to humans and pets

• Build nests in roofs, trees, and garden areas

• Stings can trigger severe allergic reactions or anaphylaxis

🦋 Moths (Pantry & Clothes Moths)

• Pantry moths infest dry foods such as cereals, grains, and pet food

• Clothes moths damage wool, fur, and fabrics, causing costly damage

• Difficult to eliminate without removing source infestations

Health & Hygiene Risks

Disease Transmission

• Flies carry and spread harmful bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli on their legs and bodies, contaminating food, utensils, and preparation surfaces.

• Mosquitoes are more than just an irritation – globally they are known to transmit malaria, dengue fever, and other serious diseases. In New Zealand, the increasing presence of mosquito species has raised concerns about potential viral transmission risks.

Allergic Reactions & Stings

• Wasps possess powerful stingers that cause severe pain and swelling. For allergy-prone individuals, even a single sting can trigger life-threatening anaphylaxis.

• Mosquito bites lead to itching, rashes, and skin irritation. For children, the elderly, or those with weakened immunity, bites may also result in secondary infections.

Food Contamination

• Fruit flies breed rapidly around rotting fruit, sugary drinks, and food waste. In kitchens, restaurants, and food-handling areas, they represent a serious hygiene threat.

• Pantry moths infest stored foods such as grains, cereals, and pet food. Their larvae leave silk-like webbing, forcing entire batches of food to be discarded.

Stress & Discomfort

• Constant swarms of flies disrupt meals and working environments.

• Mosquitoes buzzing around at night disturb sleep, leading to insomnia, fatigue, and reduced concentration.

• Wasp nests around buildings or gardens create fear and restrict outdoor activities, causing ongoing anxiety for families and staff.

Property & Business Impact

• In cafés, restaurants, and food storage facilities, flying insects can lead to food safety violations, fines, or even temporary closure under health regulations.

• Visible pests immediately damage brand trust and reputation, resulting in long-term financial and customer losses.

Our Solutions – Flying Insects

Thorough Inspection:
Locate breeding grounds such as drains, food storage areas, and roof spaces where flies, mosquitoes, moths, or wasps may thrive.

Targeted Treatment Plans:
Species-specific solutions addressing every life stage — eggs, larvae, pupae, and adults — for lasting results.

Safe & Approved Products:
Use of government-approved, eco-friendly treatments suitable for kitchens, childcare centres, restaurants, and sensitive environments.

Preventive Measures & Advice:
Guidance on eliminating standing water, sealing entry points, and improving hygiene to reduce future infestations.

Ongoing Service Programs:
Scheduled inspections and regular treatments to protect homes, businesses, and food-handling facilities from recurring flying insect problems.

Why Choose CarpetNZ?

• Cleaning + Pest Control in One
  Unlike most providers, CarpetNZ offers both professional cleaning and certified pest control — a complete solution under one roof.

• Certified Safety, Guaranteed Results
  We only use New Zealand–approved chemicals and equipment, ensuring treatments are effective, eco-friendly, and safe for your family, staff, and pets.

• 15+ Years of Expertise
  Backed by over a decade of hands-on experience in residential, commercial, and construction sites, we know exactly how to deliver results that last.

• Trusted by Regular Clients
  Our long-term customers stay with us because we deliver not just pest control, but peace of mind.

• Beyond Pest Control
  We don’t just eliminate pests — we educate clients on prevention, hygiene, and long-term protection.