Serving Greensboro Since 1959, with Same-Day Fly Control Available
Flies aren’t just a nuisance. They contaminate food, spread pathogens, and multiply fast enough that a small problem becomes a serious infestation within days. Go-Forth Home Services has been providing pest control in Greensboro, NC and the Piedmont Triad since 1959, founded by World War II veteran Frank Goforth and still family-owned today. We know the fly pressure that comes with Guilford County’s warm, humid summers, and we have the treatments and service plans to address it.
DIY sprays and store-bought traps kill individual flies but leave breeding sites untouched. Without eliminating those sources, flies keep coming back. Our technicians locate where flies are breeding, apply EPA-approved treatments, and set up a plan that protects your home beyond a single visit.
Same-day service is available, and we offer free estimates. Call us now at (877) 274-1475 to get started.
Why Greensboro Homeowners Call Go-Forth Home Services
More than six decades of continuous service in this community means we’ve treated fly problems through every season and building type Greensboro has to offer. Our approach prioritizes eco-friendly, EPA-approved methods used according to product labeling, so treatment doesn’t mean disrupting your household.
We also offer flexibility that one-time treatments can’t match. Our service plans provide ongoing protection that accounts for new breeding cycles throughout the season:
Basic Plan (starting at $49/month): Foundational pest control coverage for your home
My Elite Plan (starting at $69/month): Bi-monthly service that includes flying and stinging insects nesting in or around the home
My Elite Plus Plan (starting at $119/month): Adds yard-level protection covering mosquitoes, ticks, fire ants, fleas, and ornamental pests
Every plan includes our satisfaction commitment: if pests return between scheduled visits, we come back at no additional charge. And because we also handle HVAC, plumbing, and general contracting, one call covers everything your home needs.
Note: Plan pricing is current at time of publication. Contact us to confirm current rates.
How Our Fly Control Process Works
Every service begins with a thorough property inspection. Identifying the specific species present matters because drain flies, house flies, and fruit flies each require a different treatment approach. Our certified, licensed technicians assess the extent of the infestation and locate the breeding sites driving it: decaying organic matter, standing water, and any conditions that allow fly populations to rebuild. Ongoing service plan visits then help prevent re-infestation by staying ahead of new activity throughout the season.
Common Fly Species Found in Greensboro Homes
North Carolina’s climate supports several fly species, and the one in your home determines the right treatment. Here’s what our technicians commonly find:
House Flies: The most common indoor species, drawn to food waste, garbage, and pet waste. Found throughout the home but concentrated in kitchens and near trash.
Fruit Flies: Breed in overripe produce, drains, and moist organic debris. Active in kitchens year-round, not just during summer.
Drain Flies: Breed in the organic film inside slow or seldom-used drains. Infestations cluster near sinks and floor drains.
Deer Flies: Among the most common biting flies in North Carolina, active in warmer months near wooded areas and water. Their bites are painful and can affect both people and animals.
Cluster Flies: Overwinter inside wall voids and attic spaces, emerging in large numbers on warm days in late winter and spring.
Blow Flies and Bottle Flies: Often the first sign of a dead animal inside walls or beneath the structure. A sudden appearance of either species warrants a thorough inspection.
The Health Risks Flies Bring into Your Home
When a fly lands, it regurgitates digestive fluid and deposits waste on that surface. On countertops and food preparation areas, that’s a direct contamination risk. House flies are associated with the spread of E. coli, salmonella, and other pathogens, making them a genuine health concern rather than a minor inconvenience.
Reproduction speed compounds the problem. A single female house fly can lay up to 500 eggs in her lifetime, and under Greensboro’s warm summer conditions, a generation can complete in as little as seven to ten days. What starts as a handful of flies can become a significant infestation within two to three weeks. Biting species add direct physical harm on top of that.
What Attracts Flies & How to Keep Them Away
Flies are drawn to exposed food, uncovered garbage, standing water, pet waste, and decaying organic material. Guilford County’s warm, humid summers accelerate breeding cycles, so prevention habits matter most from late spring through early fall. A few consistent steps reduce fly pressure between professional visits:
Keep trash bins tightly covered indoors and out
Clean drains regularly to remove organic buildup
Eliminate standing water in gutters, plant saucers, and low spots in the yard
Pick up pet waste promptly
Maintain window and door screens in good repair
Seal gaps around utility penetrations and crawl space vents
These habits reduce attraction and limit entry points, but they work best alongside a recurring service plan that addresses fly activity at the source before it has a chance to escalate.
Don’t let a fly problem grow through the season. Go-Forth Home Services offers same-day service, free estimates, and EPA-approved treatments used according to product labeling. With over 60 years serving Greensboro and the Piedmont Triad, we bring local experience and real accountability to every visit.
Our service plans keep protection in place year-round, and our satisfaction commitment means we return at no extra charge if flies come back between scheduled visits.
We're grateful for every homeowner who trusts us with their home - it's a responsibility we care deeply about and never take lightly. Hear from our valued customers.
4.916737 Reviews
Garrett was professional and helpful.
“He spent time educating us about "pests" and provided information regarding services with GoForth.”
- Joyce C.
This was my first experience with this co. They were very easy to get along with.
“Texted me before coming. Worked with me playing musical rooms with my dogs. I'll see how things are.”
- Constance E.
I'm very grateful that I found this company today!
“Amazing response time, reasonable prices, great customer service. Tevin was thorough and confident in his plan to fix our horrendous fire ant problem. We have had negative experiences with prior exterminators and probably waited way too long to call Go-For”
- Ashley T.
Great service with excellent solutions for any of our needs.
“We have been customers for almost 7 years for a reason. Our technician is the best. He always knows exactly how to address whatever pest has decided to bother us. We have referred them to many of our neighbors. Well worth the cost not to have to worry abou”
- Toya B.
Highly recommend Go-Forth!
“Answered all my questions and I felt their pricing was very reasonable.”
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