National pricing guide

Pest Control Cost in Australia

Pest Control prices vary across Australia. The national range runs $180–$500, with cities like Adelaide and Hobart cheaper than the median and Sydney typically the most expensive. See your city below for specific pricing.

National range
$180–$500
Median
$340
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Pest Control cost by city

Click your city for local pricing data, suburb breakdowns, and city-specific FAQ.

Sydney

national median

National median
Range$180–$500
Median$340

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Melbourne

8% below national

Range$166–$460
Median$313

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Brisbane

15% below national

Range$153–$425
Median$289

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Perth

18% below national

Range$148–$410
Median$279

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Adelaide

22% below national

Range$140–$390
Median$265

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Canberra

7% below national

Range$167–$465
Median$316

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Hobart

18% below national

Range$148–$410
Median$279

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Darwin

12% below national

Range$158–$440
Median$299

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Gold Coast

17% below national

Range$149–$415
Median$282

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Toowoomba

22% below national

Range$140–$390
Median$265

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Ballarat

16% below national

Range$151–$420
Median$286

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Bendigo

17% below national

Range$149–$415
Median$282

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Townsville

15% below national

Range$153–$425
Median$289

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Mackay

8% below national

Range$166–$460
Median$313

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Albury-Wodonga

20% below national

Range$144–$400
Median$272

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Price by type and size

National averages. Actual prices vary by city, see your city above for local pricing.

General spray (apt)

Range$150–250
Median$200

General spray (house)

Range$200–350
Median$280

Termite inspection

Range$200–350
Median$280

Termite treatment

Range$2,000–5,000+
Median$3,200

Rodent

Range$200–400
Median$300

Add-on pricing

Add-onCost
Termite monitoring$300–600/yr
Flea treatment$150–300
Bed bugs$300–800
Possum removal$300–600

What drives price up

▲Termite work much more expensive
▲Larger properties
▲Severe infestations
▲Specialist equipment
▲Emergency callouts

Usually included

  • ✓General spray
  • ✓Interior + exterior
  • ✓Prevention advice
  • ✓Warranty (3-6 months)

Usually excluded

  • ○Termite treatment
  • ○Ongoing monitoring
  • ○Structural repairs
  • ○Fumigation

Common mistakes

Skipping termite inspections

$280 inspection saves $50,000+ in damage.

Cheapest spray, no warranty

$150 no-warranty costs more than $250 with callback.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often?

Annually. Every 6 months near bushland.

DIY effective?

Minor issues only.

Leave during treatment?

2-4 hours usually. Remove pets.

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