How Much Does a Pest Controller Cost in the UK?
A pest controller in the UK typically charges £80–£200 per treatment, with a multi-visit course for mice or wasps costing £100–£300.
Updated June 2026 · Typical UK ranges · Methodology below
Quick answer
A pest controller in the UK typically charges £80–£200 per treatment, with a call-out / emergency fee of £60–£120. These are typical ranges — your actual quote depends on region, job complexity, time of day, materials, and whether the trade is independent or an agency. Always get an itemised quote first.
Typical 2026 Pest Controller Costs
| Job | Typical Price |
|---|---|
| Single treatment / call-out | £80–£200 |
| Wasp nest removal | £60–£120 |
| Mouse control (course of visits) | £100–£300 |
| Rat control (course of visits) | £150–£350 |
| Bed bug treatment | £200–£500 |
| Cockroach treatment | £100–£300 |
What Affects a Pest Controller’s Price?
Pest type. A single wasp nest is a quick job; a rodent or bed-bug infestation needs a course of visits and follow-up, which costs more.
Property size and access. Larger properties, lofts, and shared buildings take longer to treat and monitor.
Proofing. Lasting results often need proofing — sealing entry points — which may be quoted separately from the treatment.
Guarantee. A reputable firm includes follow-up visits within a guarantee period; a one-off cheap treatment may not.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does pest control cost in the UK?
UK pest control typically costs £80–£200 per treatment. A course for mice runs £100–£300 and rats £150–£350, usually over two or three visits, while a single wasp nest is often £60–£120 in one visit.
How much does bed bug treatment cost?
Bed bug treatment typically costs £200–£500 for a property and usually needs more than one visit, whether heat or chemical. The price depends on the size of the home and how far the infestation has spread.
How we work out these figures
Figures are typical 2026 UK price ranges, not a single measured GeraHome price. They are compiled from publicly published UK tradesperson rate surveys and standard hourly/day-rate conventions, then expressed as a low–to–high band because real quotes vary with region, job complexity, access, materials, time of day, and whether the trade is independent or an agency. London and the South East typically run 20–40% above the national average; the North, Midlands, Wales and Northern Ireland typically sit below it. Always get an upfront, itemised quote before work begins.
These are typical ranges, not a single GeraHome-measured price. We publish honest bands rather than invent a precise per-city number we do not have.
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