You may find yourself with maggots in your trash can if flies have laid their eggs in the trash. So, how can you get rid of them effectively?
Flies are responsible for the appearance of maggots in trash cans, as they are their larvae. These insects are particularly attracted to certain types of waste, especially animal waste, which provides food for the maggots to develop. So, it’s best not to leave your food waste lying around…
Why are there worms in my trash can?
If your trash can isn’t clean enough, flies will be attracted to it. Similarly, if your trash bag has a hole and waste or rotten food is spilling out, maggots are likely to develop. A good first tip is to use strong, durable bags. Open trash cans (without lids) also encourage flies to lay their eggs in them, especially in hot and humid conditions.
How to get rid of white maggots?
If you find maggots, start by throwing away all your trash bags. Clean the trash can by pouring boiling water over it, then rinsing with clean water. Take a new trash bag and place all the infested food inside. Seal it tightly before throwing it away. Thoroughly clean the bin with a disinfectant, such as white vinegar. To clean the top of the bin, you can spray it with a mixture of bleach and hot water. Let it sit for half an hour to kill all the worms.
How can I prevent maggots from appearing in the trash can?
It may be worth taking action early to prevent maggots from appearing in the trash can. Some natural products that can effectively repel flies include mint essential oil, eucalyptus essential oil, or bay leaf oil (place a few drops on the trash can), cloves stuck in half a lemon (place in the trash can), baking soda (sprinkle at the bottom of the trash can), and coffee grounds (place on top of your waste). More generally, clean your trash can regularly, dry it thoroughly, and place it in a cool, shaded place.
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