Gisborne's warm sunny climate suits insects well. Wasps, ants, cockroaches, and rodents are common. The horticulture sector creates specific pest challenges — orchard pests can spread into residential areas. Post-cyclone conditions (2023) temporarily increased rodent populations across Gisborne. Here's what pest control costs in Gisborne in 2026.
Gisborne Pest Control Costs 2026
| Service | Gisborne typical cost |
|---|---|
| Inspection / assessment | $95–$215 |
| Rodent treatment (3-bed home) | $162–$340 |
| Cockroach treatment (3-bed home) | $172–$368 |
| Ant treatment | $152–$308 |
| Wasp nest removal | $122–$268 |
| Flea treatment (3-bed home) | $172–$368 |
| Borer treatment (per m²) | $11–$27/m² |
| Quarterly maintenance contract | $242–$575/year |
All prices GST inclusive. Broadly regional.
Gisborne Pest Situation
Gisborne's warm sunny climate suits insects well. Wasps, ants, cockroaches, and rodents are common. The horticulture sector creates specific pest challenges — orchard pests can spread into residential areas. Post-cyclone conditions (2023) temporarily increased rodent populations across Gisborne.
Common Gisborne Pests
Rodents: Most common call-out — especially in autumn as temperatures drop. Signs: droppings, gnaw marks, scratching sounds at night. Wasps: Aggressive NZ German wasp — large nests must be treated professionally at night. Cockroaches: Multiple visits needed to break the egg cycle. Borer: Treat in summer when larvae are near the surface.
Pest controllers applying restricted pesticides must hold a GROWSAFE certificate.
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