General Pest Treatment cost in Australia
Interior + exterior spray for cockroaches, ants, spiders, silverfish. Here is what it typically costs, what is and isn't included, and how prices shift by city — then check your own quote against it.
Typical price
$180 – $450
Most people pay around $280
National guide (Sydney baseline). Confidence: high. Last reviewed 2026-05-25.
Materials
Materials are usually included in the quoted price.
Chemicals and labour included. Usually 3–12 month warranty.
GST & fees
Quotes usually include GST.
General Pest Treatment prices by city
City figures apply local cost-of-living adjustments to the national guide.
| City | Typical range | Around |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | $180 – $450 | $280 |
| Melbourne | $166 – $414 | $258 |
| Brisbane | $153 – $383 | $238 |
| Perth | $148 – $369 | $230 |
| Adelaide | $140 – $351 | $218 |
| Canberra | $167 – $419 | $260 |
| Hobart | $148 – $369 | $230 |
| Darwin | $158 – $396 | $246 |
| Gold Coast | $149 – $374 | $232 |
| Toowoomba | $140 – $351 | $218 |
| Ballarat | $151 – $378 | $235 |
| Bendigo | $149 – $374 | $232 |
| Townsville | $153 – $383 | $238 |
| Mackay | $166 – $414 | $258 |
| Albury-Wodonga | $144 – $360 | $224 |
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