In the past, local councils were the first place you’d go if you needed any help with your home. Whether it was bulky item removal or pest control, you could get advise and support, sometimes for free as part of your council tax payment.
Unfortunately, those days are long past. Most councils now charge for pest control services, and some don’t have any pest control officers in their employ and no longer provide pest control.
As an experienced pest control provider based in Aberdeen and offering UK-wide pest control services, LPPC Environmental has spent a lot of time supporting customers who weren’t able to get council pest control. To help you understand how the system works and council pest control prices, we’ve put together this handy guide.
Do All Local Councils Offer Pest Control Services?
Many local councils do not offer any pest control, with research showing that as many as a quarter no longer offer this service.
Of those that do, some will only help those in council-owned properties or on qualifying benefits, while others will charge for pest control.
In Aberdeen, Aberdeen City Council does offer pest control treatments, but it also charges for this service and only deals with a few pest species.
Are Council Pest Control Services Free?
In the past, many local councils offered free pest control services, with the cost forming part of your council tax.
Unfortunately, those days are gone, and many councils no longer offer free pest control services. While local council pest control prices are often considered good value, they are usually for a set number of services, and might not fully treat the pest issue.
At LPPC Environmental, our prices include all visits needed to get rid of your pest infestation. Our team will provide a transparent quote, so you get cost-effective pest control services.
How Much Does The Council Charge For Pest Control In Aberdeen?
Aberdeen City Council offers free pest control services to council housing tenants in council owned properties. Unfortunately, anyone in a privately owned or rented property will have to pay. The council also only treats certain pests, and charges per visit or for a course of treatment.
The current council pest control prices for Aberdeen City Council are listed below. Please note this price list is correct as of the date of publication, and is subject to change.
| Pest Control Service | Charge (Excluding VAT) |
| Assessment visit | £38 per visit |
| Domestic rodent infestation | £273 per course of treatment (up to five visits) |
| Commercial rodent infestation | £107 per visit |
| Bedbugs (1-2 bedrooms) | £357 per course of treatment (up to four visits) |
| Cockroaches | £399 per course of treatment (up to four visits) |
| Other insects | £112 per visit |
| Wasps | £87 per visit |
What Is The Alternative To Council Pest Control?
If you’re looking for an alternative to council pest control, or your local authority won’t treat the pest you’re facing, then private pest control companies like LPPC Environmental can be the ideal choice.
As RSPH level 2 certified pest controllers with extensive experience carrying out pest control and pest proofing throughout Aberdeen and throughout the UK, you know you can trust us.
Our team can carry out a wide range of pest treatments, including dealing with common pests such as rats, mice, squirrels, ants, cockroaches, moths, fleas, bed bugs and more. We also provide expert bird control solutions, including bird netting and bird spike installation, or falconry to make your area unsafe for pigeons and other pest birds and stop ground nesting birds from entering your area.
Additionally, we offer expert commercial pest control services, and can provide wildlife management and wasp nest removal from sites or homes of all types and sizes.
As a result, we’re often an ideal choice for homeowners throughout Aberdeen and the UK looking for a private company to provide pest control solutions that are cost-effective and deliver lasting results.
If you’re ready to make the most of our commercial or domestic pest control services, contact us today on 08000116100 or email Support@lppcenvironmental.co.uk and a member of our friendly team will be happy to help.
