Electric Fly Killers (EFKs)

Inspection-Led Fly Control for Commercial & High-Risk Premises Across the North East

Flies can present a hygiene and contamination risk in commercial environments, particularly where food is prepared, stored or handled. Effective fly control is rarely achieved through reactive measures alone. In many cases, structured monitoring and correctly specified electric fly killers (EFKs) form part of a wider control programme.

At Pest Shield, electric fly killers are supplied, installed and maintained following inspection, where fly activity and environmental conditions indicate that they are an appropriate control measure.

When Electric Fly Killers Are Recommended

EFKs may be recommended where inspection identifies:

• Persistent flying insect activity indoors

• Structural or operational factors attracting flies

• Increased contamination risk in food handling areas

• The need for ongoing monitoring rather than reactive treatment

Electric fly killers are not a standalone solution, but a component of a structured fly management strategy.

Inspection-Led Specification

Before installation, we assess:

• The layout and use of the premises

• Likely fly species and activity levels

• Access points such as doors, loading areas or ventilation

• Lighting conditions and competing light sources

• Food preparation and storage zones

• Compliance and audit requirements

This ensures units are correctly specified and positioned to maximise effectiveness and reduce hygiene risk.

Types of Electric Fly Killers

Where appropriate, the following systems may be recommended:

Glue Board / Encapsulation Units
Commonly specified in food environments to reduce the risk of insect fragmentation. These units capture insects on adhesive boards for safer containment.

Electric Grid Units
Used in suitable non-food areas where higher volumes of flying insects are present.

The type of unit selected depends entirely on site use and inspection findings.

Placement & Compliance Considerations

Correct positioning is essential. Poorly installed units can be ineffective or create hygiene risks.

Considerations include:

• Avoiding placement directly above food preparation areas

• Positioning units to intercept insect flight paths

• Avoiding strong competing light sources

• Ensuring appropriate IP ratings for outdoor installations

• Maintaining safe electrical compliance

All installations are carried out in accordance with current safety standards and best practice guidance.

Servicing & Ongoing Maintenance

Electric fly killers require routine servicing to remain effective. Where units are installed under a service agreement, maintenance may include:

• Inspection of positioning and performance

• Replacement of UV tubes where required

• Replacement of glue boards

• Cleaning of units and surrounding areas

• Digital reporting of findings

Documented servicing supports Environmental Health inspections, audits and insurance requirements where applicable.

Integration with Fly Management & Pest Control

Electric fly killers are often installed alongside:

• Commercial pest control contracts

• Proofing recommendations to reduce ingress

• Hygiene and environmental improvement advice

• Disinfection or biocide treatments where contamination has occurred

This ensures fly activity is managed as part of a structured control programme rather than addressed in isolation.

Areas We Cover

We supply, install and maintain electric fly killers across Newcastle, Sunderland, Gateshead, Durham and the wider North East for commercial and managed premises.

Discuss Electric Fly Killers Following Inspection

If fly activity is causing hygiene or compliance concerns, an inspection allows us to assess whether electric fly killers are appropriate and advise accordingly.

Call us on 0191 7166647
Contact us online to request an inspection

Pest Shield – Inspection-Led Fly Control with Clear Digital Reporting Across the North East.