Pest Control Cost: One Time Treatment and Recurring Plans
A one-time pest control visit costs $100 to $600, and an annual plan costs $300 to $900. Monthly visits run $40 to $75 after a $150 to $300 first visit. Termites and fumigation cost the most.
What pest control costs
Pest control cost depends on whether you need a single treatment or an ongoing plan. HomeGuide reports $100 to $600 for a one-time extermination and $300 to $900 per year for an annual plan. Today's Homeowner gives the same two ranges. Bob Vila, citing Angi, says the typical cost is about $200 to $600, and that whole-home fumigation can reach $8,000.
The type of pest, the treatment method, the size of the home and how bad the infestation is decide where in those ranges you land.
Cost by service plan
| Service | HomeGuide | Bob Vila |
|---|---|---|
| One-time visit | $100 – $600 | $300 – $550 |
| Ongoing plan, initial visit | $150 – $300 | $150 – $300 |
| Monthly visit | $40 – $75 | $40 – $70 |
| Quarterly visit | $100 – $300 | $100 – $300 |
| Annual plan | $300 – $900 | $300 – $550 |
A recurring plan makes sense after a previous infestation or if you want prevention. Bob Vila notes that homes with past pest problems are likely to see them return. One-time service suits a single wasp nest or a minor ant problem.
Cost by type of pest
| Pest | One-time cost (HomeGuide) | Today's Homeowner |
|---|---|---|
| Ants | $200 – $300 | $200 – $300 |
| Bed bugs | $300 – $500 per room | $300 – $500 per room |
| Cockroaches | $100 – $600 | $150 – $500 |
| Fleas | $200 – $400 | $200 – $400 |
| Mosquitoes | $80 – $150 per visit | $350 – $1,000 per season |
| Rodents | $150 – $600 | $150 – $600 |
| Silverfish | $100 – $400 | $100 – $400 |
| Spiders | $100 – $300 | $100 – $300 |
| Wasps | $300 – $700 | $300 – $700 |
| Bats | $200 – $600 | $200 – $600 |
Common household pests such as ants, spiders and roaches cost the least. Termites, bed bugs and rodents need advanced products and cost more. HomeGuide puts a severe ant infestation in a 2,000 square foot home at $800 to $1,200, and Today's Homeowner says a whole-house bed bug treatment runs $2,500 to $5,000.
Termites and wood-destroying insects
- Termite inspection: $75 to $150, according to HomeGuide and Today's Homeowner.
- Exterior termite treatment: $225 to $2,500.
- Whole-home treatment or tenting: $2,000 to $8,000.
- Wood-boring beetles: $1,500 to $5,000, per Today's Homeowner.
Termite work usually sits outside a standard pest plan because it needs special baits and trained staff. Our termite treatment cost guide covers those prices in detail.
Treatment types
Bob Vila groups treatments into physical, chemical and fumigation. Physical treatments such as removing wildlife, beehives or wasp nests cost about $300 to $700. Chemical sprays and baits handle most insects. Fumigation is for severe cases and sits at the top of the price range.
What moves the price
- Home size: Bob Vila says some companies charge extra above 1,500 square feet, about $25 for every additional 1,000 square feet.
- Infestation size: a single nest is quick, while extensive termite, roach, bed bug or ant problems need repeat visits or fumigation.
- Accessibility: hard-to-reach nests or work inside walls take more time and cost more.
- Location: local labor and product costs vary.
- Repairs and cleaning: chewed wood, nests in walls and droppings can add costs after the pests are gone.
Cost by city
| City | Price range (Bob Vila) |
|---|---|
| New York City | $160 – $350 |
| Chicago | $130 – $220 |
| Dallas | $90 – $240 |
| Denver | $100 – $175 |
| Orlando | $95 – $210 |
| Phoenix | $60 – $155 |
| Sacramento | $60 – $150 |
Signs you have an infestation
Bob Vila lists droppings, nests, gnaw marks, hollow-sounding wood, unusual noises, unpleasant smells and visible pests. A minor problem may respond to store-bought products or traps used early. Severe or recurring problems need a licensed professional.
Is your quote reasonable?
For a common pest such as ants or spiders, a one-time quote of $100 to $300 is normal. A first-year plan should land near $300 to $900, with a $150 to $300 first visit and $40 to $75 per monthly visit. A quote far above $600 for a single insect treatment should name a severe infestation or a specialty service such as fumigation.
Ask the company which pests the plan covers, whether termites and rodents are included, how many follow-up visits are free, and what the guarantee says. Get at least two quotes and avoid contracts that lock you in for years without a cancellation clause.
Last updated: October 2026