How I Finally Got Rid of Fruit Flies in My Kitchen (Without Fuss)

Sponsored by Zevo

I love to DIY everything I can but capturing fruit flies on my own was not happening. I tried the apple cider technique to no avail. And there’s nothing more frustrating than walking into a clean kitchen…and being greeted by a cloud of tiny pests. I needed a simple solution for getting rid of fruit flies this summer.

Here in Utah, we end up getting a ton of fruit flies the second I toss a few bananas on the
counter or set some peaches out to ripen. Suddenly it feels like my kitchen has been invaded.

This year, I decided it was finally time to outsmart the bugs, and I found a solution that I’ve been obsessed with! It’s called the Zevo Flying Insect Trap. I saw them on social media on another page and had to try it.

The Clean-Kitchen Myth: Why Fruit Flies Still Appear

Even when I keep my kitchen tidy, fruit flies seem to always find a way in. This is because
they’re drawn to ripe fruit, crumbs in hard-to-reach places, and even the moisture near the sink or trash can. And get this—just two fruit flies can become over 500 in one week. EW.

That’s why I needed something that didn’t just mask the problem but actually caught them.

My Go-To: Zevo’s Flying Insect Trap

Once I plugged in the Zevo Trap, it started working right away. Its blue and UV light attracts the bugs naturally and it works 24/7—no spraying, swatting, or second-guessing.

Where I Placed Mine for Maximum Effect

After a little trial and error, I found the sweet spots for trapping the most bugs:

• Next to the fruit bowl (obviously!)
  
• Near the sliding door, where flies sneak in when the kids are running in and out
  
• By the compost bin, especially in warmer months (if you have one)
  

Also… the soft blue glow blends right in with my kitchen decor—it almost doubles as a night light, lol!

How Fast It Works

Yes, I actually saw results! In just 48 hours, the sticky cartridge had trapped more bugs than I expected. I won’t lie—it was oddly satisfying seeing proof that it was actually working. I was seriously blown away to see how many it trapped.

I love that I didn’t have to lift a finger. No smells. No sounds. Just plug it in and let Zevo do its thing.

Where to Get It

You can find the Zevo Flying Insect Trap online, at major retailers like Walmart and Target, or even on Amazon. Also my fave thing? They also have refills available! So once the adhesive cartridge is full, you don’t need to buy a whole new trap… you easily just switch the cartridge.

Whether you’re prepping for summer gatherings or just tired of the fruit fly shuffle, this trap is a game-changer.

If you’ve been dealing with fruit flies, gnats, or mystery bugs showing up out of nowhere, I can’t recommend this enough. It’s helped keep our home feeling clean – without adding
another task to my list.

This post is sponsored by Zevo. All opinions, setups, and bug catch excitement are my own.