Fly Trap Installation at Mamak Restaurant, Seksyen 7

Project Overview

A popular mamak restaurant in Seksyen 7, Shah Alam contacted us about a persistent fly problem. Operating from early morning until late night with an open kitchen layout, the restaurant was struggling with flies — particularly during peak hours when the aroma of roti canai and nasi kandar attracted large numbers.

The owner had tried DIY methods including fly paper strips, citronella candles, and electric swatters. While these provided temporary relief, the fly population kept returning. With a health inspection approaching, the restaurant needed a professional, long-term solution.

The Challenge

Mamak restaurants present unique fly control challenges. The open-air dining concept, continuous food preparation, high foot traffic, and warm temperatures create ideal conditions for flies. Key issues we identified during our initial assessment:

• Open kitchen: Food preparation visible to customers but also exposed to flies
• Multiple entry points: No air curtains at doorways, open sides facing the car park
• Extended hours: Operating 18+ hours daily means continuous food odour attracting flies
• Waste management: High volume of food waste in bins near the rear entrance

Our Solution

We designed a comprehensive fly management programme tailored to this restaurant's layout and operating hours. The approach combined immediate fly reduction with long-term prevention.

Step 1 — Site assessment: Our technicians mapped all entry points, identified fly breeding sources, and assessed airflow patterns. We found that the rear waste area and open drainage near the kitchen were primary attractants.

Step 2 — Fly trap installation: We installed 4 commercial-grade UV fly traps at strategic locations:

• One unit above the main entrance — intercepts flies before they reach the dining area
• One unit near the kitchen pass — protects food preparation and serving areas
• One unit at the rear corridor — catches flies coming from the waste storage area
• One unit in the dry store — prevents contamination of ingredients

Step 3 — Sanitation recommendations: We advised the restaurant on waste bin management, drain cleaning schedules, and food cover practices that reduce fly attraction. As Mr Pest Control Shah Alam always emphasises, effective pest control is a partnership between our team and the client.

Step 4 — Monitoring programme: We set up a bi-weekly service schedule for the first month, then monthly visits for ongoing maintenance. Each visit includes glue board inspection, catch count recording, and unit repositioning if needed.

Results

The results were significant and measurable:

• Week 1: 60% reduction in visible fly activity in the dining area
• Week 2: 85% overall reduction — glue boards showed high catch counts confirming effective placement
• Week 4: Stable fly levels well within acceptable limits for food premises
• Health inspection: Passed with no fly-related findings noted

The restaurant owner reported a noticeable improvement in customer comfort, especially during evening dining hours. Staff no longer needed to manually swat flies during service.

Why UV Fly Traps Work Best for Restaurants

Unlike chemical sprays or zappers, UV glue board fly traps are the recommended solution for food premises in Malaysia. Here is why:

• Hygienic: Flies are captured intact on glue boards — no fragmentation or contamination
• Silent: No zapping sounds that disturb customers
• Chemical-free: Safe to use in food preparation and dining areas
• Discreet: Modern units blend into restaurant décor
• Compliant: Meets Malaysian food safety and health inspection requirements

Project Details

• Location: Mamak restaurant, Seksyen 7, Shah Alam
• Service: Commercial fly control
• Equipment: 4× commercial UV fly traps with glue boards
• Timeline: Installation completed in 1 day
• Result: 85% fly reduction within 2 weeks
• Ongoing: Monthly maintenance programme