Pest control prices and reductions
There is a 40% reduction for those on means tested benefits for treatment of rats, mice and bedbugs. See the eligibility criteria for further information.
If you are a council tenant, your area's housing team will pay for certain treatments.
If you are a private tenant, find out how to deal with pests in private rented properties.
Commercial pest control services
We provide pest control services to commercial and business premises as well as schools in the borough.
These are subject to a free valuation and quote, which you can book either by email at pestcontrol@merton.gov.uk or by calling 020 8871 6127.
2023 prices
In effect from 1 April 2023.
| Pest | Charge | Charge for benefit recipients* | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rats | £143 | £80 | 2 visits plus bait box collection |
| Mice | £161 | £90 | 2 visits plus bait box collection |
| Cockroaches | £287 | No reduction | 3 treatments |
| Bedbugs - 1 or 2 bedrooms | £287 | £161 | 2 treatments |
| Bedbugs - 3 or more bedrooms | £576 | £322 | 2 treatments |
| Fleas | £159 | No reduction | 1 treatment |
| Squirrels | £143 | No reduction | Loft area only - 1 visit trap placement, 1 visit collection** |
| Wasps (private) | £85 | No reduction | 1 treatment*** |
| Clothes moths - 1 or 2 bedrooms | £347 | No reduction | 2 treatments |
| Clothes moths - 3 or more bedrooms | £692 | No reduction | 2 treatments |
| Stored product insect | £132 | No reduction | 1 treatment, kitchens only |
| Tropical ants | £385 | No reduction | 3 treatments |
| Garden ants | £159 | No reduction | 1 treatment |
*There is a 40% reduction for those on means tested benefits. Find out more about price reductions.
**Squirrels: We only provide treatments to control squirrels in loft areas. We will give advice on proofing but we cannot undertake any proofing work.
*** Wasp nests: Cost is for nests at low level (first floor eves level) or is safely accessible from a boarded attic. Nests above first floor level require a survey - a service charge will still apply. We will give you a quote if access equipment is required. We do not remove the nests or treat nests that do not cause a problem.
Make an enquiry
Find out how to request and pay for a pest control treatment.
Terms and conditions
Treatments must be completed within 4 months. Payment must be made upfront by debit or credit card at the time of booking.
We charge for all types of treatment, including communal areas of residential properties such as:
- Staircases
- Lifts
- Bin areas
- Communal gardens