How much does pest control cost in Washington?
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Most Washington homeowners pay $170–$630 for a one-time pest treatment inside and out, for a typical 1,500–2,000 sq ft home. $340 is typical, and a quarterly plan visit runs $110–$320 after a $170–$320 first visit.
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- $340
- Low end
- $85
- High end
- $1,000
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Pest control in Washington costs $170–$630 for a one-time visit, typically $340. Monthly plan visits run $45–$80 and quarterly ones $110–$320. Termites are separate: an inspection is $85–$320 (many companies do it free), and treatment runs from $280 for one spot to $5,250 for a tent job.
Washington ranks No. 4 on Orkin's 2026 termite list, No. 5 for rats and No. 7 for bed bugs, one of the few cities near the top of all three.
Pest control in Washington should be done by a company with a state license or certification. Termites, bed bugs and wildlife are not part of a normal plan, so get them priced separately and in writing.
Comparing cities, or after the US-wide picture? See the national guide: Pest control cost in the USA.
$170–$630 for a one-time pest treatment in Washington, inside and out, with $340 typical. A quarterly plan visit runs $110–$320, a bed bug room $330–$850, and a termite inspection $85–$320 where it isn't free. Verified November 2026. Get free Washington quotes →
- One-time visit, inside and out: $170–$630 ($340 typical)
- Plans: $170–$320 first visit, then $110–$320 quarterly or $45–$80 monthly
- Mice or rats $170–$690; wasp nest $140–$850
- Bed bugs: $330–$850 a room, $1,650–$6,300 whole-home heat
- Termites: $880–$3,150 liquid barrier, $1,650–$5,250 tent fumigation
Prices verified November 2026 · Cross-referenced against 62+ American pricing sources · See methodology
Licensed company, labor and products included unless the row says otherwise. Washington metro, re-verified November 2026. Prices assume a typical 1,500–2,000 sq ft home.
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-time general pest treatment, inside and out (about 1,500–2,000 sq ft)per visit | $170per visit | $340 | $630 |
| First visit to start a pest plan (initial service)per visit | $170per visit | $220 | $320 |
| Quarterly plan visitper visit | $110per visit | $170 | $320 |
| Monthly plan visitper visit | $45per visit | $60 | $80 |
| Ant treatmentper job | $110per job | $220 | $420 |
| Cockroach treatment (German roaches are the hardest to clear)per job | $110per job | $280 | $640 |
| Spider treatmentper job | $110per job | $200 | $320 |
| Flea treatment (inside, often plus the yard)per job | $110per job | $280 | $420 |
| Bed bug treatment, one roomper room | $330per room | $560 | $850 |
| Bed bug heat treatment, whole homeper home | $1,650per home | $2,750 | $6,300 |
| Mouse or rat control (inspection, traps or bait, follow-ups)per job | $170per job | $420 | $690 |
| Rodent exclusion (sealing the gaps they get in through)per job | $220per job | $560 | $1,600 |
| Wildlife removal: raccoon, squirrel or opossumper job | $220per job | $450 | $640 |
| Wasp, hornet or yellow jacket nest removalper nest | $140per nest | $450 | $850 |
| Bee swarm or hive removalper job | $140per job | $390 | $1,050 |
| Mosquito yard treatmentper visit | $85per visit | $150 | $210 |
| Termite inspection, standalone (many companies inspect free)per visit | $85per visit | $140 | $320 |
| Termite (WDI) report for a home saleper report | $55per report | $140 | $240 |
| Termite spot treatment (one small area)per job | $280per job | $670 | $1,250 |
| Liquid termite barrier, whole house (about 150–200 linear ft)per home | $880per home | $1,650 | $3,150 |
| Termite bait stations, installed around the houseper home | $1,100per home | $1,900 | $2,600 |
| Termite tent fumigation, whole house (drywood termites)per home | $1,650per home | $3,300 | $5,250 |
| Termite bond or protection plan renewalper year | $220per year | $500 | $1,050 |
| First year of a quarterly plan (first visit plus 3 quarterly visits)per year | $500per year | $730 | $1,280 |
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Prices are for the Washington metro: the city and its close suburbs. Bigger homes in areas like Northern Virginia pay a little more per visit; smaller homes and apartments in Downtown, Shaw & U Street usually pay less.
Pest control prices across Washington
Home size moves the price more than the address. Apartments and row houses in Downtown, Shaw & U Street usually cost less per visit; bigger homes and yards in areas like Northern Virginia cost a little more.
Downtown, Shaw & U Street
- One-time visit
- $270–$540 per visit
- Plan visit
- $100–$320 / quarterly plan visit
Dense blocks with older buildings. Smaller homes keep one-time visits near the low end, but roach and rodent jobs here often need two or three trips.
Northeast & Southeast DC
- One-time visit
- $290–$580 per visit
- Plan visit
- $110–$320 / quarterly plan visit
Typical city pricing. Mature trees and older foundations bring ants, carpenter ants and termites close to the house.
Prince George's County
- One-time visit
- $290–$560 per visit
- Plan visit
- $100–$320 / quarterly plan visit
A mix of old and new homes. Prices sit near the city typical; older homes see more rodent and termite work.
Northern Virginia
- One-time visit
- $320–$650 per visit
- Plan visit
- $110–$350 / quarterly plan visit
Bigger homes and yards push per-visit prices a little higher. Mosquito treatments and termite plans are common add-ons.
Real-world pest control costs in Washington
Here's what common pest control jobs cost in Washington in 2026, labor and products included.
Ants in the kitchen: one visit
A tech finds where they come in, treats inside and sprays a barrier outside. Most ant jobs in Washington run $110–$420; a full inside-and-out visit for every common bug is $170–$630.
German roaches in an apartment
German roaches are hard to wipe out, and most roach jobs take two to eight weeks to fully work. Budget $110–$640 for the program. If the building has them too, ask the landlord to treat the units next door.
Mice in the garage: trap, then seal
Trapping or baiting with follow-ups runs $170–$690, and sealing the gaps they use another $220–$1,600. Skip the sealing and you'll likely pay for trapping again next fall.
Termites found during a home sale
The termite (WDI) report costs $55–$240. If it finds live subterranean termites, a liquid barrier around the house runs $880–$3,150. Ask who pays: buyers often negotiate it into the sale.
Year-round plan: first visit plus quarterly
A $170–$320 first visit, then three quarterly visits at $110–$320 each, comes to $500–$1,280 for the first year. Most plans include free return visits if bugs come back between services.
How much does pest control cost in Washington?
Expect $340 for one visit, inside and out, and anywhere from $170 to $630 depending on home size and the pest. A plan costs less per visit: $110–$320 each quarter after a $170–$320 start.
The big bills are the pests a spray won't fix. Bed bugs run $330–$850 for one room and $1,650–$6,300 for a whole-home heat job; termites run $880–$3,150 for a liquid barrier and $1,650–$5,250 for tenting. Prices re-checked against 62 sources in November 2026.
Pest control prices in Washington (2026) by job
A one-time visit runs $170–$630, a quarterly plan visit $110–$320, and a whole-home bed bug heat treatment $1,650–$6,300.
| Line on the quote | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-time visit, inside and out | $170 | $340 | $630 |
| Quarterly plan visit | $110 | $170 | $320 |
| Cockroach treatment | $110 | $280 | $640 |
| Mouse or rat control | $170 | $420 | $690 |
| Bed bugs, one room | $330 | $560 | $850 |
| Wasp or hornet nest removal | $140 | $450 | $850 |
| Liquid termite barrier, whole house | $880 | $1,650 | $3,150 |
| Termite tent fumigation | $1,650 | $3,300 | $5,250 |
One visit vs a plan in Washington: a one-time visit is $340 typical, while a plan visit is $170 after a $220 start. If bugs come back every season, the plan usually costs less over a year.
What moves a pest control quote in Washington:
- The pest: ants and spiders are cheap; bed bugs run $330–$850 a room and termites $880–$3,150 for a barrier.
- Home size: most companies price by square footage; a 3,000 sq ft home runs about $230–$860 for one visit.
- How bad it is: heavy roach or rodent problems need follow-up visits, and each one adds to the bill.
- One visit or a plan: plan visits run $110–$320 quarterly or $45–$80 monthly, against $340 for a one-off.
- Sealing and repairs: closing mouse gaps adds $220–$1,600; termite damage is a separate repair bill.
Ask every Washington company for the same four things: which pests are covered, how many visits, what the warranty or free re-service covers, and the cancel terms. Compare those, not just the first-visit price. Get a quote for your pest problem →
Pest control cost in Washington by home size
A one-time visit is about $140–$520 for a 1,000 sq ft home, $170–$630 for 1,500–2,000 sq ft, and $230–$860 for 3,000 sq ft in Washington.
Worked example: a 2,000 sq ft Washington home on a quarterly plan pays $220 for the first visit and $170 for each of three more visits, about $730 for the first year. Adding a mosquito season of five yard visits at $150 adds $750.
Bigger homes take longer to treat, so most companies step the price up with square footage. Termite work is priced by the length of the foundation instead: a liquid barrier around a typical house runs $880–$3,150.
Washington pest control prices by pest
| Pest | Cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Ants | $110–$420 per job | Kitchen trails and nests near the house; carpenter ants may cost more |
| Cockroaches | $110–$640 per job | German roaches indoors are the hardest to clear; bigger outdoor roaches need a barrier |
| Spiders | $110–$320 per job | Webs around eaves, garages and basements |
| Fleas | $110–$420 per job | Pet homes; treat the pets with your vet at the same time |
| Bed bugs | $330–$850 a room; $1,650–$6,300 whole home | Heat takes about 6–9 hours for a home; chemical jobs need 2–4 visits |
| Mice and rats | $170–$690 plus $220–$1,600 to seal | Trapping or bait first, then sealing the gaps they use |
| Raccoons, squirrels and opossums | $220–$640 per job | Animals in attics, crawlspaces and chimneys |
| Wasps, hornets and yellow jackets | $140–$850 per nest | Nests near doors, eaves or inside walls |
| Termites (subterranean) | $880–$3,150 liquid; $1,100–$2,600 bait | Mud tubes on the foundation, soft wood near the ground |
| Termites (drywood) | $280–$1,250 spot; $1,650–$5,250 tenting | Small pellets near windows and wood trim, common in warm coastal areas |
One visit vs a year of service in Washington
A one-time visit at $340 sounds cheaper than a plan, but if bugs come back you pay it again. A quarterly plan in Washington costs about $730 for the first year ($220 to start, then three visits at $170), and after that about $680 a year, with free return visits between services.
Monthly service runs $45–$80 a visit, or $540–$960 a year. It makes sense for heavy roach problems or apartments; for most houses, quarterly is enough.
What's included in a Washington pest control quote (and what costs extra)
A general pest visit covers an inspection, treatment inside and out for common bugs like ants, roaches and spiders, and usually free return visits if they come back before the next service. It usually leaves out:
- Termites: a separate inspection ($85–$320 where it isn't free) and treatment from $280
- Bed bugs: $330–$850 for one room, $1,650–$6,300 for a whole-home heat job
- Sealing and wildlife: $220–$1,600 to seal mouse gaps, $220–$640 for a raccoon or squirrel
- Mosquitoes: $85–$210 a yard visit, often sold as a season of visits
Ask for the products used, the re-service promise and the cancel terms in writing.
The pest
Ants, spiders and roaches are quick general treatments ($110–$420 for ants). Bed bugs ($330–$850 a room) and termites ($880–$3,150 for a barrier) take special products, more time and often more visits.
Home size
Most companies price by square footage. One visit runs about $140–$520 for a 1,000 sq ft home and $230–$860 for 3,000 sq ft in Washington.
How bad it is
A few ants is one visit. A heavy roach, flea or rodent problem needs follow-ups, and companies price the whole program up front or charge per extra visit.
One visit or a plan
Plans cost less per visit: $110–$320 each quarter or $45–$80 a month, after a $170–$320 first visit, against $170–$630 for a one-off.
Termite type
Subterranean termites live in the soil and are treated with a liquid barrier or bait stations. Drywood termites live in the wood itself and often need tent fumigation ($1,650–$5,250) or spot work. Formosan termites, found across Florida and the Gulf Coast, Hawaii and Southern California, build colonies of several million.
Sealing and wildlife
Rodents and wildlife come back unless their way in is closed. Sealing gaps runs $220–$1,600, and removing a raccoon, squirrel or opossum $220–$640.
Local labor
Pest control workers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro earn a median of about $23.08 an hour (BLS, May 2025), against $21.75 nationally. A typical one-time visit here is $340, above the $300 national typical.
- Get a free inspection first.Most big companies inspect for free when it isn't for a home sale. Get the pest named and the plan in writing before you pay for anything.
- Fix what lets them in.Seal gaps, fix leaks and move firewood and mulch away from the house. Sealing mouse gaps ($220–$1,600) costs less than trapping every fall.
- Skip the plan if it's a one-off.A single wasp nest ($140–$850) or ant trail ($110–$420) doesn't need a year contract. Plans pay off when the same bugs come back every season.
- Read the cancel terms.Some plans run a full year. Ask how to cancel and whether you must pay back the first-visit discount if you stop early.
- Bundle termite and general pest.Many companies price a combined plan below two separate ones. A termite renewal alone runs $220–$1,050 a year.
- Get two quotes for big jobs.For bed bugs ($1,650–$6,300 whole home) or termites ($880–$3,150 and up), ask two companies for the same scope and warranty. The spread is often hundreds.
Get these in writing from any Washington company before you pay or sign a plan:
- The company's state license number and proof of insurance
- Which pests are covered, and which cost extra (termites, bed bugs, rodents, wildlife)
- Inside, outside or both, and the home size the price is based on
- The products to be used, and any prep or time away from home
- How many visits, and the price of each one
- Free return visits between services: yes or no
- The warranty, and for termites, whether it covers retreatment only or repairs too
- Contract length, auto-renewal and how to cancel
How much does pest control cost in Washington?
$170–$630 for a one-time visit inside and out, with $340 typical for a 1,500–2,000 sq ft home. On a plan, the first visit is $170–$320 and each quarterly visit $110–$320.
How much is a quarterly pest control plan in Washington?
$110–$320 a visit after a $170–$320 first visit, so about $500–$1,280 for the first year and $440–$1,280 a year after that.
How much does termite treatment cost in Washington?
A liquid barrier around the house runs $880–$3,150, bait stations $1,100–$2,600, and tent fumigation for drywood termites $1,650–$5,250. One small area can often be spot-treated for $280–$1,250.
How much is a termite inspection in Washington?
Many companies inspect for free when it isn't for a home sale. Otherwise expect $85–$320, and $55–$240 for the termite (WDI) report a lender or buyer asks for.
How much does bed bug treatment cost in Washington?
$330–$850 for one room, and $1,650–$6,300 for a whole-home heat treatment. Heat takes about 6 to 9 hours for a home; chemical treatments usually need two to four visits.
How much does it cost to get rid of mice or rats in Washington?
$170–$690 for trapping or baiting with follow-ups, plus $220–$1,600 to seal the gaps they use. Sealing is what keeps them out.
How much does wasp nest removal cost in Washington?
$140–$850 per nest. Yellow jackets and nests inside walls cost the most; a small paper-wasp nest near the eaves is at the low end.
Is a pest control plan worth it in Washington?
If the same bugs come back every season, usually yes: plan visits run $110–$320 against $340 for a one-off, with free return visits. For a single wasp nest or one ant trail, a one-time visit is enough.
How much does raccoon or squirrel removal cost in Washington?
$220–$640 to trap and remove the animal, more if it's in the attic or chimney. Closing the way in is extra and is what stops the next one.
Is pest control treatment safe for kids and pets?
Licensed companies use products approved for home use and tell you how long to stay off treated areas, often until sprays dry. Tell them about pets, fish tanks and anyone with asthma before the visit.
Prices verified November 2026 · Cross-referenced against 62+ American pricing sources · See methodology
Prices for the Washington metro area, November 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.
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