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Spring and summer seasons are the best time to grill your favorite meats! The only problem when grilling is that flies tend to fly around you and your food. I am sure you can relate if you love barbecuing. It can be really annoying. They eat rotting waste, manure, and other bacteria and can even carry diseases. You definitely don’t want them near your food.
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A bug zapper works well in killing these pesky insects, but it can be very tiring, especially if there’s a ton of them. So, how can you keep flies away from your BBQ easily? Homesteading Off The Grid has a simple and effective trick that you can try at home. All you need is a clear plastic bag and a few pieces of shiny pennies. There are no chemicals involved, so it is very safe for everyone. This method will surely keep flies out of your home all year! Give this a try if you are dealing with the same problem.
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Take your zip lock bag and add the pennies.
Fill it with water halfway through.
Seal the plastic bag, removing much air as much as you can.
Tie the top tightly with a string, rope, or cord.
Tie it on the front or beside of your door. You can hang it to a fixture or a nail.