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Eco-Friendly Methods
Licensed Professionals
Family & Pet Safe
5-Star Service
Farm operations in Cabot attract black flies/deer flies with stored feed, outbuildings, and the organic matter that agriculture produces. Purely Nature's Way serves Cabot's dairy farming community with eco-friendly methods that eliminate black flies/deer flies without disrupting operations or endangering health. Our methods are safe for Cabot's older structures and effective against established black flies/deer flies populations.
About
Black Flies/Deer Flies
Pests We Treat
Black Flies/Deer Flies
Peak Season
Seasonal
Signs Of Infestation
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Painful biting flies during outdoor activities
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Swarms near head and face outdoors
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Bleeding bite wounds
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Activity near rivers and streams
Our Treatment Approach
Natural-first solutions that actually work
Habitat modification has limited effect since larvae develop in flowing water. Personal protection with botanical repellents using lemon eucalyptus. Screened outdoor spaces provide relief. Fan systems disrupt flight patterns. We treat yard perimeters for temporary reduction. For Cabot's older structures, we inspect foundations and wall voids where pests commonly harbor.
Prevention Tips
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Wear light-colored long sleeves and pants
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Use head nets in severe areas
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Apply botanical repellents before outdoor activity
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Avoid peak activity times near water
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Install fine-mesh screening on porches
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are black flies so bad near rivers?
Black fly larvae require clean, flowing water to develop. Streams and rivers produce massive populations that emerge in late spring. Properties near moving water experience the worst problems. Populations crash in hot summer weather.
When is black fly season in Vermont and New Hampshire?
Black fly season typically runs from mid-May through late June, peaking in early June. Populations decline rapidly once temperatures consistently exceed 80°F. Deer flies extend into July and August. Both end with the first hard frost.
Are your black flies/deer flies treatments safe for Cabot farms?
Yes. We use botanical and natural methods that are safe around livestock, crops, and stored feed. Our IPM approach protects Cabot's agricultural operations while eliminating pest problems.
