Pest control pricing ranges from $100–$300 for a one-time general treatment to $1,500–$5,000+ for termite colony elimination or full fumigation. Service type, property size, and pest severity determine the quote. This calculator helps you build treatment estimates covering chemical cost, labor time, equipment, and the recurring service agreements that drive stable revenue.
General interior/exterior quarterly service: $100–$200/visit for a typical home. Ant or roach treatment (targeted): $100–$250. Termite bait station system: $1,200–$2,500 installed plus $300–$600/year monitoring. Termite liquid barrier treatment (per linear foot of foundation): $4–$10/LF. Bed bug heat treatment: $1,500–$3,000 per structure. Rodent exclusion and bait: $300–$700 plus follow-up visits.
Chemical cost typically represents 15–25% of job revenue for general pest control and 30–40% for termite treatments using higher-volume products. Purchase chemicals in bulk and track cost-per-gallon at field dilution — not the sticker price on the container. Factor in PPE, sprayer calibration time, and any restricted-use pesticide licensing requirements into your overhead.
Annual service agreements with quarterly visits are the highest-value pest control revenue model. A home on a $400/year annual plan is worth more than 4 one-time calls at $100 each because of reduced sales and scheduling cost. Offer 10–15% discounts on annual prepay and require cancellation notice to protect your route density. Monthly recurring revenue makes your business more valuable if you ever sell it.
All commercial pesticide applicators must be licensed in their state — most require passing an exam and maintaining continuing education. General liability insurance for pest control needs to specifically cover pesticide application, as many standard GL policies exclude it. Fumigation requires additional EPA certification and strict safety protocols. These compliance costs should be built into your overhead rate, not skipped.