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Pest Control in Seattle, WA

Compare 10 local pest control pros. Typical service: $194–$452.

Top Pest Control Companies in Seattle

  1. 1.Insight Pest Control - Seattle

    4.9★ (7,318 reviews)

    4.9★ from 7318 reviews

    +12064530183Website

  2. 2.PURCOR Pest Solutions

    4.8★ (1,464 reviews)

    4.8★ from 1464 reviews

    +12069703439Website

  3. 3.Cascade Pest Control

    4.9★ (825 reviews)

    4.9★ from 825 reviews

    +12068370275Website

  4. 4.AMPM Exterminators

    4.8★ (140 reviews)

    4.8★ from 140 reviews

    +12065717580Website

  5. 5.Paratex Pest Prevention

    4.6★ (106 reviews)

    4.6★ from 106 reviews

    +12066823456Website

  6. 6.Green City Pest Control Seattle

    4.9★ (63 reviews)

    4.9★ from 63 reviews

    +12063054631Website

  7. 7.Bed Bug Exterminators Seattle

    5.0★ (45 reviews)

    5.0★ from 45 reviews

    +14259708494Website

  8. 8.Pro Pest Control Exterminators

    4.9★ (17 reviews)

    4.9★ from 17 reviews

    +12065128341

  9. 9.Pest Control Experts

    4.8★ (18 reviews)

    4.8★ from 18 reviews

    +12068769492

  10. 10.Pest Control Seattle WA

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +14259301641Website

Pest Control Cost in Seattle

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Seattle
General pest treatment$194–$452/visit
Quarterly plan$129–$258/quarter
Termite treatment$1,032–$3,225/job
Rodent exclusion$387–$1,032/job
Mosquito control$97–$194/visit

Pest Control prices in Seattle run about 29% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 10 companies serving Seattle, rated 4.9★ on average across 10,004 customer reviews.

Seattle Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Seattle's weather means for scheduling pest control.

Last spring frost
March 5
First fall frost
November 24
Annual precipitation
37.72"
Heating degree days
4,370
Cooling degree days
188
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan37.3°48.6°5.47"
Feb37.1°51.4°3.52"
Mar39.7°55.4°3.85"
Apr42.9°59.9°2.79"
May48.8°65.8°2.01"
Jun53.3°70.7°1.57"
Jul56.5°75.8°0.85"
Aug57°76.2°0.94"
Sep53.1°70.8°1.3"
Oct46.8°60.7°3.38"
Nov40.6°52.4°5.98"
Dec36°46.9°6.06"

NOAA station data 3.2 miles from Seattle.

Permits & Regulations in WA

No permit typically required

  • Applying pesticides for hire requires a Department of Agriculture (WSDA) commercial applicator licence
  • The PCO General category covers insects, spiders, birds, rodents and animal pests in and around residences and commercial buildings
  • Commercial applicators must meet the financial responsibility requirements of the Washington Pesticide Application Act

License required: WSDA commercial pesticide applicator license, PCO General category

Sources: agr.wa.gov

Pest Control FAQs for Seattle

How much does pest control cost in Seattle?

A general pest treatment in Seattle typically runs $194-$452 per visit.

Do pest control companies in Seattle, WA need a license?

In WA, Applying pesticides for hire requires a Department of Agriculture (WSDA) commercial applicator licence. Ask any Seattle company for its license number before it treats.

How many pest control companies serve Seattle?

We track 10 pest control professionals serving Seattle.

When is pest season in Seattle?

Activity climbs with heat, and Seattle averages 188 cooling degree days a year with summer highs near 76F, which keeps most insects active well past a short season.

Does Seattle rainfall affect pest pressure?

At 37.72 inches a year, Seattle moisture drives the ant, mosquito and termite pressure that follows a wet spell.

Is pest control in Seattle more expensive than the national average?

Pest control in Seattle runs about +29% versus the national average.

Do pests stop over winter in Seattle?

Winter lows around 36F in Seattle slow activity without ending it, which is why year-round plans are common here.

When should I treat for pests in Seattle?

Most Seattle treatments start after the last frost near March 5, when overwintering insects become active again.