How much do pest control and exterminators cost?

Most general pest control costs $100-$300 per visit, or about $40-$70 a month on a recurring plan. One-time jobs run $150-$550, while specialty work like termites ($500-$2,500) or bed bugs ($300-$5,000) costs more. Your final price depends on the pest, home size and severity.

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Exterminator and pest control prices at a glance

The table below shows typical national ranges for the most common services. Use it to sanity-check a quote - then get an exact figure from a licensed company that can see your property.

Typical US national ranges - estimates only; your matched company confirms exact pricing.
Service	Typical national range
General pest control (single visit)	$100-$300
Recurring plan (per month)	$40-$70
Initial / one-time service	$150-$550
Cockroach treatment	$100-$600
Ant treatment	$130-$400
Rodent / rat removal	$150-$600
Bed bug treatment (whole home)	$300-$5,000
Termite treatment	$500-$2,500
Mosquito yard treatment (per visit)	$70-$150
Wasp / hornet nest removal	$100-$1,300

Figures are typical national estimates and vary by pest, home size, severity, and region.

What affects the price you pay?

Five things move a pest control quote up or down: the type of pest, the size of your home, how severe the infestation is, your region, and whether the price includes follow-up visits or a warranty.

The pest. Ants or spiders are cheap; termites, bed bugs and wildlife need specialist equipment and repeat visits.
Home size. More square footage means more product and time, so larger homes cost more per treatment.
Severity. A light, early problem is far cheaper than a heavy, established infestation.
Frequency. Recurring plans lower the per-visit cost versus repeated one-off calls.
Warranty. Quotes that include re-treatments or a written warranty are usually higher, but often better value.

Single visit, recurring plan, or one-time?

For a contained problem, a one-time treatment ($150-$550) is usually enough. For prevention or a recurring pest, a monthly or quarterly plan ($40-$70/mo) costs less over a year and includes re-treatments between scheduled visits.

If you’re not sure which fits, our DIY vs professional guide walks through when it’s worth paying for a pro versus handling it yourself.

What does it cost for your pest?

Every pest has its own price drivers. These guides break down the numbers, treatment options and what’s included:

Common questions

Pest control cost, answered

How much does pest control cost per visit?

A single general pest control visit typically runs $100-$300. Larger homes, heavy infestations, and specialty pests such as termites or bed bugs cost more. Many companies also offer recurring plans at roughly $40-$70 per month, which usually work out cheaper than repeated one-off visits.

Is a monthly plan cheaper than one-time treatment?

For ongoing prevention, yes. Recurring quarterly or monthly plans spread the cost to about $40-$70 a month and include re-treatments between visits. A one-time treatment ($150-$550) makes sense for a single, contained problem you don’t expect to recur.

Why is bed bug and termite treatment so expensive?

Both require specialized equipment and repeat visits. Bed bug heat or chemical treatments can run $300-$5,000 depending on how many rooms are affected, and termite treatment averages $500-$2,500 because it covers the structure and often includes a warranty.

What makes one quote higher than another?

Home size, the pest, severity, your region, and whether the price includes a warranty or follow-up visits. Always compare what’s included, not just the headline number - the lowest quote often skips re-treatments.

Does Get Pest Brief charge for pricing or matching?

No. Reading our guides and getting matched with a licensed local company is free. You only pay the company you choose, at the price they quote you.

What to check before you pay

Price is the last question, not the first. The EPA fact sheet on choosing a pest control company (EPA 735-F-05-010) tells homeowners to confirm the operator’s licence is current, since most state or local agencies issue pest control licences, and to ask whether employees are bonded — meaning the company reimburses you for loss or damage one of them causes. It also notes that most states do not require pest control companies to carry insurance, so you should ask for proof of general liability cover, including cover for sudden and accidental pollution, before work starts. On guarantees the EPA is blunt: you should be skeptical about a company that does not guarantee its work.