“How much will it cost?” is the first thing most people ask when they find cockroaches in the kitchen or hear scratching in the roof. Prices vary a lot between companies, and a cheap price over the phone can turn into a much bigger bill on the day. This guide explains what pest control really costs in Melbourne, what pushes the price up or down, and how to make sure you only pay for what you need.
Melbourne pest control prices at a glance
These are our current “starts from” prices for a standard Melbourne home. Every price includes GST.
| Service | Starts from |
|---|---|
| Wasp or bee nest removal | $169 |
| Flea & tick treatment | $189 |
| General pest treatment (cockroaches, spiders, ants) | $199 |
| Cockroach treatment | $199 |
| Spider treatment | $199 |
| Ant treatment | $199 |
| Rat & mouse control | $219 |
| Termite inspection (with written report) | $249 |
| Bed bug treatment | $349 |
| Termite inspection + general pest treatment | $399 |
| Possums, birds, mosquitoes, dead animal removal | Fixed quote after we know the job |
Book online and get $60 off any booking of $249 or more. You can see every service on our pest control services page.
What affects the price of pest control?
1. The type of pest
Some pests are quick to deal with. A single wasp nest under the eaves can often be treated in one short visit. Others take more time and follow-up. German cockroaches breed fast inside kitchens, bed bugs hide in seams and furniture, and rodents need baiting plus a hunt for how they’re getting in. The more time and product a job needs, the higher the price.
2. The size of your property
A one-bedroom apartment in Southbank takes far less time than a double-storey home with a big garden in Doncaster or Berwick. Prices are usually based on a standard home, and larger properties, units with several levels, or homes with sheds and outbuildings are quoted upfront.
3. How established the problem is
A few cockroaches seen at night is a very different job from an infestation that has spread behind the fridge, dishwasher and cupboards. The earlier you call, the cheaper and faster it usually is to fix.
4. Access
Wasp nests inside wall cavities, rodents in a tight roof void, or possums in a two-storey roof can take extra equipment and time. If access is tricky, we tell you before we start, not after.
5. Commercial vs residential
Cafés, restaurants, offices and rental property managers often need regular service plans and paperwork for compliance, so they are quoted separately.
Is cheap pest control worth it?
A low headline price is only good value if it actually solves the problem. Before you book any company, ask:
- Is the price fixed? Make sure you’ll get a firm price before work starts, not an estimate that grows on the day.
- What exactly is included? Inside and outside? Roof void? Subfloor? A general treatment should cover the common crawling insects inside and around the home.
- Is the technician licensed and insured? In Victoria, pest control operators must hold a licence for the work they do.
- What products are used? Products should be APVMA-registered, and you should be told how long to keep kids and pets away from treated areas.
- What happens if the pests come back? Ask about the guarantee and what it covers.
Want an exact price for your home?
Tell us the pest and your suburb and we’ll text you a fixed price. No obligation.
How often do you need pest control in Melbourne?
- General pest treatment: once a year suits most homes. Book it in spring, before cockroaches, spiders and ants become most active over the warmer months.
- Termite inspection: Australian Standard AS 3660.2 recommends an inspection at least every 12 months, and more often for higher-risk homes. Read our guide to the signs of termites in Melbourne homes.
- Wasps, possums and rodents: as needed. Wasp nests grow fastest from spring into late summer. See European wasps in Melbourne.
How to save money on pest control
- Call early. Small problems are cheaper to fix.
- Combine services. A termite inspection plus general pest treatment starts from $399, less than booking them separately.
- Book online. Online bookings of $249 or more get $60 off.
- Prepare the home. Clear under sinks and around skirting boards so the technician can treat quickly and properly.
- Fix what attracts pests. Leaking taps, open food, pet food left out overnight and gaps around pipes all invite pests back.
Frequently asked questions
Does the price include GST?
Yes. All our prices include GST.
Do I need to leave the house during a treatment?
For most general treatments you only need to stay out of the treated areas until they’re dry. We’ll tell you exactly how long, and what to do with kids and pets.
Can you come out the same day?
Often, yes. We work 7 days a week from 8am to 8pm, and same-day slots are available in many Melbourne suburbs, especially for urgent jobs like wasp nests and rodents.
Are possum and bird jobs more expensive?
They vary more, because they depend on how the animals are getting in and what needs to be sealed. That’s why we give a fixed quote once we know the job. Read possum in the roof: what Victorian rules allow.
