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4 effective tips for eliminating maggots in your outdoor trash can

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It’s a well-known scenario as soon as temperatures rise: you take out your trash bags as usual, and there… surprise! A swarm of small grubs swarms at the bottom of your rolling garbage bin. Disgusting? Yes. Inevitable? Fortunately not! But how do these unwanted guests get there, and most importantly, how do you get rid of them once and for all?

Why maggots love your trash

Behind this invasion hides a well-known culprit: the fly. Attracted by them strong fermentation odors, she finds in your container a perfect cozy little nest to lay her eggs. As a result, after just a few days, the larvae —or maggots — take possession of the tank. But don’t panic, simple and natural gestures are enough to restore order.

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