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Pest Control in Rochester, NY

Compare 7 local pest control pros. Typical service: $157–$366.

Top Pest Control Companies in Rochester

  1. 1.Lawn Doctor of Rochester

    4.7★ (181 reviews)

    4.7★ from 181 reviews

    +15853381520Website

  2. 2.FLWR CITY PEST

    5.0★ (22 reviews)

    5.0★ from 22 reviews

    +15852108047Website

  3. 3.Ultimate Pest Control

    4.0★ (29 reviews)

    4.0★ from 29 reviews

    +15854589530Website

  4. 4.Premier Pest Control Experts

    5.0★ (9 reviews)

    5.0★ from 9 reviews

    +15853798073Website

  5. 5.Eco Pest Control of Rochester

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +15854499106Website

  6. 6.Local Pest Control Services in Rochester

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +15855405502

  7. 7.Raccoon Removal Rochester

    +18885717782Website

Pest Control Cost in Rochester

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

ServiceTypical range in Rochester
General pest treatment$157–$366/visit
Quarterly plan$105–$209/quarter
Termite treatment$837–$2,615/job
Rodent exclusion$314–$837/job
Mosquito control$78–$157/visit

Pest Control prices in Rochester run about 5% 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 7 companies serving Rochester, rated 4.8★ on average across 247 customer reviews.

Rochester Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Rochester's weather means for scheduling pest control.

Last spring frost
April 27
First fall frost
October 17
Annual precipitation
34.27"
Heating degree days
6,646
Cooling degree days
539
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.6°31.7°2.41"
Feb18.6°34.1°1.95"
Mar25.8°42.8°2.5"
Apr36.6°56°2.73"
May46.3°67.6°2.87"
Jun55.9°76.6°3.34"
Jul60.7°81°3.33"
Aug59.5°79.1°3.47"
Sep52°71.6°3.38"
Oct41.5°59.6°2.72"
Nov33°48°2.94"
Dec23.5°36.5°2.63"

NOAA station data 4.69 miles from Rochester.

Permits & Regulations in NY

No permit typically required

  • Applying pesticides for hire in New York requires commercial applicator certification from the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
  • Certification is specific to the category of application being performed
  • Fertilizer and pesticide combination products, commonly sold as weed and feed, are restricted under the state Nutrient Runoff Law

License required: NYSDEC commercial pesticide applicator certification

Sources: dec.ny.gov

Pest Control FAQs for Rochester

How much does pest control cost in Rochester?

A general pest treatment in Rochester typically runs $157-$366 per visit.

Do pest control companies in Rochester, NY need a license?

In NY, Applying pesticides for hire in New York requires commercial applicator certification from the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). Ask any Rochester company for its license number before it treats.

How many pest control companies serve Rochester?

We track 7 pest control professionals serving Rochester.

When is pest season in Rochester?

Activity climbs with heat, and Rochester averages 539 cooling degree days a year with summer highs near 81F, which keeps most insects active well past a short season.

Does Rochester rainfall affect pest pressure?

At 34.27 inches a year, Rochester moisture drives the ant, mosquito and termite pressure that follows a wet spell.

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

Pest control in Rochester runs about +4.6% versus the national average.

Do pests stop over winter in Rochester?

Winter lows around 18F in Rochester slow activity without ending it, which is why year-round plans are common here.

When should I treat for pests in Rochester?

Most Rochester treatments start after the last frost near April 27, when overwintering insects become active again.