Book a pest control visit to your home

We offer a domestic pest control service with professional and responsible solutions for the problem.

Book a visit from one of our experienced pest control officers.

For more information or to receive advice before making a booking email customerservice@colchester.gov.uk or call 01206 282581.

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Pest problems we treat

We can treat problems with:

  • rats/mice
  • fleas
  • cockroaches
  • wasps
  • bedbugs

Domestic pest control fees 2026/27

All treatments include a maximum of three visits. On completion, all work is guaranteed for one month.

Description of charge 2026/27 charges excl. VAT (£) 2026/27 charges incl. VAT (£)
Rodents (rats and mice) 96.25 115
Cockroaches 112.85 135
Bedbugs (up to 4 treatments) 262.50 315
Wasps/Hornets 75 90
Fleas 105.41 125
Call out fee (no treatment possible) 38.50 45

Reduced fees 2026/27

For those in receipt of a means-tested benefit or the free prescriptions element of universal credit.

Description of charge 2026/27 charges excl. VAT (£) 2026/27 charges incl. VAT (£)
Rodents (rats and mice) 48.10 57.50
Cockroaches 56.25 67.50
Wasps 37.50 45
Fleas 52.70 62.50
Bedbugs (up to 4 treatments) 131.66 158
Call out fee (no treatment possible) 19 22.50

Why choose Colchester City Council's pest control service?

  • We have over 20 years of experience of delivering high-quality pest control services to businesses and residents in Colchester.
  • We carry out initial site inspections and after treatment, we will make recommendations on proofing, housekeeping, and other matters to help you maintain a pest-free environment.
  • For rats and mice all work is guaranteed for a month after the last treatment.
  • As a local authority-based service, we are in a unique position to be able to influence the environment around us through our links with Environmental Health, Anglian Water, waste collection and parks services.
  • We provide a comprehensive range of treatments for a wide range of public health and nuisance pests.
  • Our in-house team of experienced pest control officers, who will offer long-term solutions wherever possible.