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How Much Does Pest Control Cost in Dubai (2026 Real Prices)
Short answer
Pest control in Dubai typically costs AED 149–349 for apartment treatments, AED 449–999 for villas, and AED 1,200–4,000 for termite warranty programs. Bed bug treatment ranges AED 499–1,200. Most reputable companies include a 60-day warranty on standard treatments and follow-up visits at no extra cost.
Pest control pricing in Dubai is one of those things where most company websites are deliberately vague — partly because pricing really does depend on property size and pest type, and partly because the industry knows quoting transparent ranges is a competitive disadvantage. So here's our honest version for 2026, by pest type, with the ranges we actually charge and what's typical across the market.
Cockroach control
| Property | Typical price (AED) | Warranty |
|---|---|---|
| Studio apartment | 149–249 | 60 days |
| 1-bedroom apartment | 199–349 | 60 days |
| 2–3 bedroom apartment | 349–599 | 60 days |
| 3-bedroom villa | 449–799 | 60 days |
| 4–5 bedroom villa | 699–1,200 | 60 days |
| Restaurant (one-off) | 499–899 | 30 days |
What changes the price: severity of infestation (heavy German cockroach in older buildings costs more because it needs gel baiting plus residual plus follow-up), and whether the source is in your unit or transferring from a neighbour via plumbing risers. The latter sometimes needs additional sealing work.
Bed bug treatment
| Bedrooms affected | Typical price (AED) | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Single room | 499–799 | Chemical + residual + 14-day follow-up |
| Whole 1BR apartment | 699–999 | Chemical + residual + 14-day follow-up |
| Whole 2BR apartment | 899–1,200 | Chemical + residual + 14-day follow-up |
| Whole villa | 1,200–2,500 | Chemical, often with heat-assisted treatment |
| Heat-only treatment | 1,500–3,500 | Full structural heating to 50°C+ for 6–8 hours |
Heat treatment is more effective for heavy infestations and gives you a one-day solution, but chemical-plus-residual with a proper 14-day follow-up reaches the same end result for most cases at half the cost. If you're getting quoted heat treatment as the default, ask why.
Termite control
| Service | Typical price (AED) | Warranty |
|---|---|---|
| Active termite treatment (apartment/townhouse) | 699–1,500 | 12 months |
| Active termite treatment (3-bed villa) | 1,200–2,500 | 12 months |
| Active termite treatment (5-bed villa) | 2,000–4,000 | 12 months |
| Pre-construction soil treatment (per m²) | 8–18 | 5 years |
| Annual prevention plan (villa) | 1,500–3,500/year | Continuous |
For Dubai villas, the most common termite call we get is for subterranean termites discovered in palm tree roots or in skirting after the first rainy spell. Treatment is targeted injection plus baiting; not full fumigation. Most cases are resolved in 14 days with active monitoring for 12 months under warranty.
Rodent control
| Property | Typical price (AED) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment | 199–349 | Bait station + entry point sealing |
| Villa | 449–799 | Perimeter bait stations + sealing |
| Warehouse / commercial | 800/month+ | Monthly AMC with audit reports |
Mosquito control
Single villa garden barrier treatment: AED 399–699. Apartment balcony treatment: AED 199–299. Most effective approach is a quarterly barrier program (AED 1,200–2,000/year) starting in September before mosquito season begins.
Annual maintenance contracts (AMC)
AMC contracts are how most regular households and all commercial clients save money. Typical pricing:
- Apartment AMC (quarterly visits): AED 800–1,400 per year
- Villa AMC (quarterly visits): AED 1,500–3,000 per year
- Restaurant AMC (monthly visits): AED 600–2,500 per month depending on size
- Warehouse AMC (monthly): AED 1,200–6,000 per month for food storage; less for non-food
AMC always works out cheaper than calling for each problem separately, plus it includes free emergency callouts and audit-ready reports for businesses. We recommend AMC for any property with recurring pest pressure (villa with garden, ground-floor apartment, any commercial F&B).
What about the AED 149 ads?
Some companies advertise AED 149 starting prices. That's a real price for the smallest studio apartments with a single-pest, single-visit treatment and no warranty. It's not the price you'll pay for a 2-bedroom or a villa or anything with an actual ongoing problem. Always ask what's included and what's not — specifically: warranty length, follow-up visits, number of chemicals used, and whether the price includes documentation if needed.
Hidden costs to watch for
- Follow-up visit fees that should be included free in warranty
- Per-room pricing that adds up faster than a whole-apartment quote
- Extra charges for "heavy infestation" added at the visit
- Travel charges for non-central Dubai areas (most reputable companies do not charge these)
- VAT not included in the quoted price
Last updated by Nextal Pest Control on 31 May 2026. Prices reflect current Dubai market across reputable Municipality-approved companies.
Frequently asked questions
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