Cost guide · Updated 2026
How much does pest control cost?
Pest control plans cost $300 to $900 a year on average. Monthly service runs $40 to $75 per visit after a $150 to $300 first visit, and a one-time treatment costs $100 to $600 depending on the pest.
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National averages
Pest Control · 2026
Monthly visit
$40–$75
Quarterly visit
$100–$300
First visit on a plan
$150–$300
One-time treatment
$100–$600
Typical, per year
$300–$900
Typical price
Typical price
$300–$900
per year · source: HomeGuide
- Monthly visit$40–$75
- Quarterly visit$100–$300
- First visit on a plan$150–$300
- One-time treatment$100–$600
- Ants, one-time$200–$300
National averages. Labor costs differ a lot from one area to the next, so use these to sanity-check a quote, then compare two or three local pros for the same job.
Pest control cost calculator| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Annual planHomeGuide | $300–$900 per year |
| Monthly visitHomeGuide | $40–$75 |
| Quarterly visitHomeGuide | $100–$300 |
| First visit on a planHomeGuide | $150–$300 |
| One-time treatmentHomeGuide | $100–$600 |
| Ants, one-timeHomeGuide | $200–$300 |
| Bed bugsHomeGuide | $300–$500 per room |
| Mosquito controlHomeGuide | $80–$150 per visit |
What changes the price
- One-time treatment vs. a recurring plan
- The type of pest, with termites and bed bugs costing more
- Home size and how bad the problem is
- Inside and outside treatment, or outside only
- Where you live. Local labor costs, demand and travel time move prices up or down from the national average.
How to pay less
- Prevention costs less than a fix. A plan is usually cheaper than repeated one-time treatments once pests return.
- Seal gaps around doors, windows and pipes, and keep food sealed. Fewer entry points means fewer callbacks.
- Ask whether free re-treatments between visits are included.
- Get the pest identified first. Treating the wrong pest is money wasted.
- Compare at least two or three quotes for the same scope. Pros on Job Hound never pay for leads, so no lead fee is built into their price.
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FAQ
Pest Control cost questions
How much does pest control cost?
Pest control plans cost $300 to $900 a year on average. Monthly service runs $40 to $75 per visit after a $150 to $300 first visit, and a one-time treatment costs $100 to $600 depending on the pest.
Is monthly or quarterly pest control better?
Quarterly visits cost more each time but less over a year, and work for most homes without an active problem. Monthly service suits heavy pest pressure.
Why does the first visit cost more?
The first visit includes an inspection and a heavier initial treatment inside and out. Follow-up visits are lighter maintenance.
Which pests cost the most to get rid of?
Termites, bed bugs and rodents usually cost the most because they need specialized treatments, more visits or repairs to entry points.
Sources
Published national estimates, last checked 2026-11-11. Your quote depends on your job and your area.
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