How Much Does Pest Control Cost? About $100 to $600 per Visit, $40 to $75 a Month on a Plan
By Sharrk Team · October 31, 2026
A one-time pest control visit usually costs about $100 to $600, and the national average for treating a standard infestation is about $171. On a recurring plan, monthly visits run about $40 to $75 each and quarterly visits about $100 to $300 each, usually after an initial visit of $150 to $300.
These ranges come from consumer cost guides: HomeGuide, Angi and HomeAdvisor (which are sister sites under the same parent company and publish the same figures), This Old House and Bob Vila. Your price will depend on the pest, how bad the infestation is, the size of your home and where you live.
How much does a one-time pest control visit cost?
A one-time treatment, with no plan, costs more per visit than a recurring visit. The company has to inspect the home, treat a problem that is already established, and may come back for a follow-up.
| Source | One-time visit | Average |
|---|---|---|
| HomeGuide (page may show local pricing) | $100 to $600 | not stated |
| This Old House (updated March 12, 2026) | $50 to $500 | $171 |
| Angi / HomeAdvisor (sister sites) | $300 to $550 for a 1,500 sq ft home | $171 |
| Bob Vila (modified September 2024) | $300 to $550 | — |
This Old House also breaks one-time treatment down by home size: about $250 to $450 for 1,000 sq ft, $350 to $600 for 2,000 sq ft and $450 to $750 for 3,000 sq ft. It also prices by severity: $100 to $500 for a mild infestation, $300 to $700 for a moderate one and $1,000 to $8,000 for a severe one.
How much does a monthly, quarterly or annual pest control plan cost?
Most general pest control (ants, spiders, roaches, crickets) is sold as a recurring plan. You pay a higher first visit, then a lower price for each visit after that.
| Plan type | Price per visit | Rough yearly cost* |
|---|---|---|
| Initial visit (starts a plan) | $150 to $300 | one time |
| Monthly | $40 to $75 | $480 to $900 + initial visit |
| Quarterly | $100 to $300 | $400 to $1,200 + initial visit |
| Annual plan (HomeGuide) | — | $300 to $900 |
| Annual single visit (Angi) | $300 to $550 | $300 to $550 |
*Yearly figures for monthly and quarterly plans are our own math: the per-visit range times 12 or times 4. Per-visit prices are from HomeGuide ($40 to $75 monthly) and Angi/HomeAdvisor ($40 to $70 monthly); both list quarterly visits at $100 to $300.
Which is better? Quarterly service covers most general pest needs. Monthly service makes more sense in warm, humid areas or for an active roach problem, where pests come back fast. A one-time visit makes sense for a single problem, like a wasp nest, that is unlikely to come back.
How much does pest control cost by pest?
The pest matters more than anything else. Ants and spiders are cheap to treat. Rodents need trapping and sealing entry points. Bed bugs and termites cost the most because the treatment is labor-heavy or covers the whole structure.
| Pest | HomeGuide | Angi / HomeAdvisor / This Old House |
|---|---|---|
| Ants | $200 to $300 | $100 to $500 |
| Cockroaches | $100 to $600 | $100 to $600 |
| Mice and rats | $150 to $600 | $180 to $600 |
| Bed bugs | $300 to $500 per room; $2,500 to $5,000 whole house | $1,000 to $4,000 whole home |
| Termites | $225 to $2,500 exterior barrier; $2,000 to $8,000 tenting | $250 to $1,000 |
Termites are their own category. Most jobs start with an inspection, and the treatment price depends on what the inspector finds. HomeGuide puts a termite inspection at $75 to $150. For the full breakdown, see our guide to termite inspection cost.
What makes pest control cost more or less?
- The pest. See the table above. Ant treatments are usually a few hundred dollars, while whole-home bed bug or termite tenting jobs run into the thousands.
- How bad it is. A severe infestation can run $1,000 to $8,000, according to This Old House.
- Home size. Bigger homes take more product and more time.
- Treatment method. This Old House lists professional spraying at $100 to $3,000 and tented fumigation at $1,500 to $8,000.
- Plan vs. one-time. Each visit on a plan costs less than a one-time visit, but you pay for it all year.
How should homeowners choose a pest control company?
The EPA's advice on picking a company is short and practical. Confirm the state license if your state requires one. Get bids from two or three companies and weigh value, not only price. Ask what the company guarantees and what you have to do to keep the guarantee valid. Ask for the least toxic method that will do the job.
The EPA also recommends integrated pest management (IPM). IPM means identifying the pest, monitoring it, preventing it from coming back, and choosing the least risky control that works, with broad spraying as a last resort. A company that inspects first and explains its plan is following that approach.
How should pest control companies quote plans on the phone?
Callers usually ask "how much?" early. If you won't give any number, they have little reason not to call the next company. If you quote one flat number before you know the pest, you will lose money on the hard jobs. A good phone quote does both: it gives a real range and books the next step.
- Ask what they are seeing and where. "What kind of pest, and where in the house?" Ants in the kitchen and droppings in the attic are very different jobs.
- Ask about size and history. Square footage, how long it has been going on, and whether anyone has treated it before.
- Quote general pests directly. For ants, spiders and roaches, give your initial visit price and your recurring price: "Our first visit is $X, then quarterly service is $Y a visit."
- Give a range and book an inspection for the hard ones. For rodents, bed bugs and termites, say the price depends on what the tech finds, give your usual range, and book the inspection on the call.
- Explain plan vs. one-time in one sentence. "A one-time visit is $X. If you start a plan, the first visit is $Y and each visit after that is $Z."
- Confirm the time and how you'll reach them. Get the address, a callback number and a time slot before you hang up.
Write your prices down where every person who answers the phone can see them, so callers get the same answer every time. For full call wording, see our pest control call script.
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Sources
- HomeGuide, "How much does pest control cost?" — homeguide.com/costs/pest-control-prices (no update date shown; checked October 31, 2026)
- Angi, "How Much Does Pest Control Service Cost?" — angi.com/articles/how-much-does-pest-control-service-cost.htm (no update date shown; checked October 31, 2026). Angi and HomeAdvisor are sister sites.
- HomeAdvisor, "How Much Does Pest Control Cost?" — homeadvisor.com (titled 2025, no update date shown; checked October 31, 2026)
- This Old House, "How Much Does Pest Control Cost?" — thisoldhouse.com/pest-control/pest-control-cost (updated March 12, 2026; checked October 31, 2026)
- Bob Vila, "How Much Does Pest Control Cost?" — bobvila.com/articles/pest-control-cost (modified September 5, 2024, older source; checked October 31, 2026)
- U.S. EPA, "Choosing a Pest Control Company" (EPA 735-F-05-010) — epa.gov PDF (no date shown; checked October 31, 2026)
- U.S. EPA, "Introduction to Integrated Pest Management" — epa.gov/ipm/introduction-integrated-pest-management (updated July 22, 2026; checked October 31, 2026)
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pest control visit cost?
A one-time pest control visit usually costs about $100 to $600, with a national average of about $171 for a standard infestation, according to HomeGuide, This Old House and Angi/HomeAdvisor. Visits on a recurring plan cost less each time.
How much is monthly pest control?
Monthly pest control usually costs about $40 to $75 per visit, plus an initial visit of $150 to $300. Over a year, that works out to roughly $480 to $900 before the first visit.
Is quarterly pest control worth it?
Quarterly pest control is worth it if general pests like ants, spiders or roaches keep coming back to your home. Visits usually cost $100 to $300 each, about $400 to $1,200 a year. A one-time visit is enough for a problem that won't come back, like a single wasp nest.
How much does it cost to get rid of bed bugs?
Bed bug treatment usually costs $1,000 to $4,000 for a whole home, according to Angi and This Old House. HomeGuide lists $300 to $500 per room and $2,500 to $5,000 for a whole house.
How much does rodent control cost?
Rodent control for mice or rats usually costs about $150 to $600. HomeGuide lists $150 to $600, and Angi, HomeAdvisor and This Old House list $180 to $600. The price depends on how many entry points need sealing and how many follow-up visits are needed.
Should pest control companies give prices over the phone?
Yes. Give exact prices for general pest plans and a range for rodents, bed bugs and termites, then book an inspection. Callers get a real number, and you don't lock yourself into a price before a tech has seen the job.