How to Stop Maggots From Taking Over Your

Have you ever opened your trash can and found tiny white creatures moving through the garbage?

These are usually maggots, the larvae of flies.

They may seem to appear suddenly, but flies can lay dozens of eggs on decaying food, and those eggs can hatch quickly, especially in warm weather.

Trash cans are ideal for maggots because they are often warm, damp, dark, and filled with decomposing food. Summer temperatures can make the problem worse.

If you find maggots, remove the infested garbage, seal the bag, and take it outside. Then clean the trash can thoroughly with hot water and household detergent.

Focus on the bottom, sides, lid, and cracks, and let the bin dry completely.

Prevention is simple: keep garbage bags tightly closed, avoid exposed food waste, rinse containers when possible, and take out the trash regularly.

As the article explains, “Maggots are definitely unpleasant, but they usually indicate that flies have found a food source rather than anything mysterious.”