Price Guide
How Much Does a Pest Control Really Cost?
Compare prices for 13 services across 342 UK locations. Data-driven pricing updated for .
National pricing
Pest Control Prices
National average prices. Select a city below for local pricing.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
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| Rat Treatment | £120 | £200 | £350 | 2-3 visits over 2-4 weeks |
| Professional rat control programme including initial survey, baiting and two to three follow-up visits. Includes rodenticide bait stations placed in key locations and advice on proofing entry points. What affects the price
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| Mouse Treatment | £100 | £175 | £300 | 2-3 visits over 2-3 weeks |
| Professional mouse control programme including survey, setting bait stations and traps, and follow-up visits. Includes advice on proofing gaps and removing food sources. What affects the price
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| Wasp Nest Removal | £50 | £80 | £130 | 30-60 minutes |
| Treating and removing a single wasp nest. The technician applies insecticidal powder or spray directly into the nest entrance. The nest dies within 24-48 hours and can then be removed if accessible. What affects the price
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| Bed Bug Treatment | £200 | £400 | £850 | 2-3 visits over 3-4 weeks |
| Professional bed bug treatment programme. Typically requires two to three visits with residual insecticide spray treatment. Severe infestations may require heat treatment at higher cost. What affects the price
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| Cockroach Treatment | £150 | £300 | £500 | 2-3 visits over 4-6 weeks |
| Professional cockroach eradication using gel bait, insecticidal spray and monitoring traps. Includes initial survey, treatment and follow-up visits to ensure the colony is eliminated. What affects the price
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| Ant Treatment | £80 | £130 | £250 | 1-2 visits |
| Professional ant treatment using residual insecticide spray and gel bait to eliminate the colony. Includes identifying the ant species, locating nests and treating entry points. What affects the price
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| Flea Treatment | £100 | £180 | £300 | 1-2 visits over 2 weeks |
| Professional flea treatment using residual insecticide spray to carpets, soft furnishings and skirting boards. May require a second visit as flea eggs hatch over the following two weeks. What affects the price
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| Pigeon Proofing | £200 | £400 | £750 | Half day to 1 day |
| Installing pigeon deterrent systems to prevent roosting and nesting. Includes fitting bird spikes, netting or wire systems to ledges, sills and roof areas. Guano clean-up available at extra cost. What affects the price
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| Squirrel Removal | £150 | £250 | £400 | 2-3 visits over 1-2 weeks |
| Trapping and removing grey squirrels from a loft or roof space. Includes setting live-catch traps, multiple visits to check and reset traps, and advice on proofing entry points. What affects the price
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| Moth Treatment | £150 | £250 | £450 | 1-2 visits |
| Professional treatment for clothes moths or carpet moths. Includes identifying the species and source, applying residual insecticide to affected areas and placing pheromone traps for monitoring. What affects the price
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| Fox Deterrent | £100 | £200 | £400 | 1-2 hours |
| Professional fox deterrent installation and advice. Includes assessing entry points, installing ultrasonic deterrent devices, applying scent-based repellents and advising on habitat modifications. What affects the price
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| Mole Treatment | £80 | £150 | £280 | 2-3 visits over 1-2 weeks |
| Professional mole trapping to remove moles from gardens and lawns. Includes setting specialist traps in active tunnels and return visits to check and reset traps. Price per mole problem. What affects the price
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| Drain Fly Treatment | £80 | £150 | £250 | 1-2 visits |
| Professional drain fly treatment including identifying the breeding source, applying biological drain treatments and residual insecticide spray. Often linked to drain or plumbing issues. What affects the price
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Rat Treatment
Low
£120
Average
£200
High
£350
2-3 visits over 2-4 weeks
More details
Professional rat control programme including initial survey, baiting and two to three follow-up visits. Includes rodenticide bait stations placed in key locations and advice on proofing entry points.
What affects the price
- Severity of the infestation
- Size of the property and number of entry points
- Whether proofing work is needed to seal access points
- Number of follow-up visits required
Mouse Treatment
Low
£100
Average
£175
High
£300
2-3 visits over 2-3 weeks
More details
Professional mouse control programme including survey, setting bait stations and traps, and follow-up visits. Includes advice on proofing gaps and removing food sources.
What affects the price
- Severity of the infestation
- Property size and number of affected areas
- Whether snap traps, bait or both are used
- Proofing requirements (sealing gaps and holes)
Wasp Nest Removal
Low
£50
Average
£80
High
£130
30-60 minutes
More details
Treating and removing a single wasp nest. The technician applies insecticidal powder or spray directly into the nest entrance. The nest dies within 24-48 hours and can then be removed if accessible.
What affects the price
- Location of the nest (ground level, loft, eaves, underground)
- Accessibility and height of the nest
- Whether specialist access equipment is needed
- Number of nests on the property
Bed Bug Treatment
Low
£200
Average
£400
High
£850
2-3 visits over 3-4 weeks
More details
Professional bed bug treatment programme. Typically requires two to three visits with residual insecticide spray treatment. Severe infestations may require heat treatment at higher cost.
What affects the price
- Number of rooms affected
- Severity of the infestation
- Treatment method (spray vs heat treatment)
- Amount of preparation and furniture to treat
Cockroach Treatment
Low
£150
Average
£300
High
£500
2-3 visits over 4-6 weeks
More details
Professional cockroach eradication using gel bait, insecticidal spray and monitoring traps. Includes initial survey, treatment and follow-up visits to ensure the colony is eliminated.
What affects the price
- Species of cockroach (German cockroaches are harder to treat)
- Severity and spread of the infestation
- Property type (house, flat, restaurant)
- Number of treatment visits required
Ant Treatment
Low
£80
Average
£130
High
£250
1-2 visits
More details
Professional ant treatment using residual insecticide spray and gel bait to eliminate the colony. Includes identifying the ant species, locating nests and treating entry points.
What affects the price
- Ant species (garden ants, pharaoh ants, carpenter ants)
- Number of nests and entry points
- Property size and affected areas
- Whether the nest location can be identified
Flea Treatment
Low
£100
Average
£180
High
£300
1-2 visits over 2 weeks
More details
Professional flea treatment using residual insecticide spray to carpets, soft furnishings and skirting boards. May require a second visit as flea eggs hatch over the following two weeks.
What affects the price
- Number of rooms to be treated
- Severity of the infestation
- Whether pets have been treated by a vet first
- Type of flooring (carpet vs hard floors)
Pigeon Proofing
Low
£200
Average
£400
High
£750
Half day to 1 day
More details
Installing pigeon deterrent systems to prevent roosting and nesting. Includes fitting bird spikes, netting or wire systems to ledges, sills and roof areas. Guano clean-up available at extra cost.
What affects the price
- Area to be proofed and number of ledges or sills
- Type of deterrent system (spikes, netting, wire, electric)
- Height and access requirements (scaffolding or cherry picker)
- Whether guano removal and disinfection is needed
Squirrel Removal
Low
£150
Average
£250
High
£400
2-3 visits over 1-2 weeks
More details
Trapping and removing grey squirrels from a loft or roof space. Includes setting live-catch traps, multiple visits to check and reset traps, and advice on proofing entry points.
What affects the price
- Number of squirrels present
- Accessibility of the loft or roof space
- Whether proofing of entry points is included
- Extent of damage to insulation or wiring
Moth Treatment
Low
£150
Average
£250
High
£450
1-2 visits
More details
Professional treatment for clothes moths or carpet moths. Includes identifying the species and source, applying residual insecticide to affected areas and placing pheromone traps for monitoring.
What affects the price
- Type of moth (clothes moth, carpet moth, pantry moth)
- Number of rooms and wardrobes affected
- Whether valuable textiles or carpets are at risk
- Severity of the infestation
Fox Deterrent
Low
£100
Average
£200
High
£400
1-2 hours
More details
Professional fox deterrent installation and advice. Includes assessing entry points, installing ultrasonic deterrent devices, applying scent-based repellents and advising on habitat modifications.
What affects the price
- Size of the garden or affected area
- Number and type of deterrent devices needed
- Whether fence or gate proofing is required
- Persistence of the fox problem
Mole Treatment
Low
£80
Average
£150
High
£280
2-3 visits over 1-2 weeks
More details
Professional mole trapping to remove moles from gardens and lawns. Includes setting specialist traps in active tunnels and return visits to check and reset traps. Price per mole problem.
What affects the price
- Number of active moles in the area
- Size of the garden or lawn
- Soil type and tunnel depth
- Number of visits required to clear the problem
Drain Fly Treatment
Low
£80
Average
£150
High
£250
1-2 visits
More details
Professional drain fly treatment including identifying the breeding source, applying biological drain treatments and residual insecticide spray. Often linked to drain or plumbing issues.
What affects the price
- Number of drains or areas affected
- Whether the underlying drain issue is identified
- Size of the property
- Whether drain cleaning is also required
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Rat Treatment by City
Average cost of rat treatment across key UK cities.
Overview
What Does a Pest Control Do?
A pest control provides professional services covering professional pest removal, treatment and prevention services. They handle everything from routine maintenance and inspections to full installations and emergency repairs. Whether you need a small repair or a major project, hiring a qualified pest control ensures the work is done safely, to code, and to a professional standard.
You should hire a pest control whenever you need work that requires specialist skills, tools, or qualifications. Many types of pest control work are regulated and must be carried out by a certified professional. Attempting DIY on regulated work can be dangerous, void your insurance, and create costly problems down the line.
Pricing for pest control services depends on the complexity of what you need, the options chosen, and where you live in the UK. Simpler services sit at the lower end of the scale, while more involved or premium options will be significantly more expensive. The prices on this page give you a realistic range for each type of service so you know what to expect before getting quotes.
When hiring a pest control, always get at least three quotes from different tradespeople. Read recent reviews and ask for references. Always check qualifications, insurance and recent reviews. A reputable pest control will be happy to provide a detailed breakdown of costs and explain exactly what is included in their quote.
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Services often needed alongside a pest control.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about pest control costs in the UK.