Same day service across 277 Brisbane suburbs
Pest Control Brisbane
Termites in the stumps, cockroaches flying in at night, possums in the roof or ants across the bench. Our technicians live and work across Brisbane, so a dedicated professional can be onsite in 60 minutes*, with upfront pricing and no hidden charges.
From Moreton Bay to Logan, the Redlands to Ipswich.
- 24/7 Emergency Service
- Same-Day Booking Availability
- Upfront Pricing, No Hidden Costs
- Humane possum and wildlife handling
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277
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Brisbane Pest Control, Handled the Same Day
Freshify is a PROFESSIONAL pest control company covering 277 suburbs across Greater Brisbane. We specialise in the pests Brisbane homes deal with most: termites that stay active all year, cockroaches that thrive in the heat and humidity, roof rats, brushtail possums under Queenslander roofs, and ants and spiders through the long wet season.
Every job starts with an inspection. Our technicians find where the pest is living and how it got in, give you an upfront price, then treat the source. You know the cost before any work starts, and there are no hidden fees after it is done.
Our Pest Control Services in Brisbane
One call covers every pest. Our specialist technicians treat homes, rentals, apartments and businesses across Brisbane, with the same upfront pricing on every service.
General Pest ControlCockroaches, ants and spiders in one treatment
Termite InspectionSubfloor, roof void, stumps and garden checked
Possum RemovalHumane trapping, release and roof proofing
Rat & Mouse ControlBaiting, trapping and blocking entry points
Cockroach ControlGel baiting that reaches the nest
Ant ControlBaits and barriers that follow the trail home
Spider ControlRedbacks, huntsman and black house spiders
Wasp RemovalPaper wasp nests under eaves and in gardens
Bee RemovalSwarms and hives in walls, roofs and trees
Dead Animal RemovalLocated, removed and deodorised
Sound Familiar? What Brisbane Residents Search For
These are the problems people type into Google at 2am. If one of them is yours, here is what it usually means and who to call.
"Thumping and scratching in my roof at night"
Heavy thuds after dark usually mean a brushtail possum. Light, fast scurrying is more often rats. Both get into Brisbane roofs through open eaves and gaps in old iron sheeting.
Possum removal Brisbane"Droppings in the pantry and chewed packets"
Mice droppings are rice-sized; rat droppings are larger and darker. Both carry health hazards and both chew wiring, which is a fire risk in older Brisbane homes.
Rat and mouse control Brisbane"Small brown cockroaches in the kitchen"
That is the German cockroach, the one that breeds fastest indoors. Spraying what you can see rarely reaches the nest behind the fridge or dishwasher.
Cockroach control Brisbane"Mud tubes on the wall or soft skirting boards"
Mud leads up a stump or brick wall are a classic sign of subterranean termites. Do not break them open. Book an inspection so the colony can be traced.
Termite inspection Brisbane"A wasp nest under the eaves by the door"
Paper wasps build under eaves, verandah roofs and in hedges, and sting repeatedly if the nest is bumped. Keep children and pets away and call a technician.
Wasp removal Brisbane"A swarm of bees on my fence"
Swarm season in Brisbane starts in late winter. A swarm often moves on within a day, but if bees start entering a wall or roof, it is becoming a hive.
Bee removal Brisbane"A terrible smell coming from the wall"
A rat or possum that died in a wall or ceiling cavity. The smell gets worse for days. We locate it, remove it and deodorise the area.
Dead animal removal Brisbane"Ants everywhere after the rain"
Heavy Brisbane downpours flood ant nests and push whole colonies indoors. Baiting the trail back to the nest works better than surface spray.
Ant control BrisbaneWhy Brisbane Homes Attract Pests
Brisbane is growing fast, its housing is a mix of old timber and brand new, and its climate is subtropical. All three bring pests closer to your door.
2.7 million
people in Greater Brisbane, one of Australia's fastest-growing capitals (ABS)
A growing city means more food and shelter
More households mean more bins, more food waste and more places to hide. The fastest growth is in corridors such as Moreton Bay, Logan, Ipswich and Springfield, where new estates are built on cleared bush and farmland. Rodents, ants and spiders displaced by construction head straight for the nearest new home.
Old + new
Queenslanders, post-war homes, units and new estates
Every type of home has its own weak point
Raised Queenslanders in Paddington, New Farm and Bulimba have timber stumps, open eaves and verandah roofs that termites and possums take advantage of. Post-war timber homes on the north and south sides sit over damp subfloors, and inner-city unit blocks share plumbing, so cockroaches move from kitchen to kitchen.
+1.5°C
Australia's warming since 1910 (BoM and CSIRO)
Subtropical weather means pests never stop
Brisbane is hot and humid for half the year and mild for the rest. Termites, cockroaches and ants stay active through winter, summer storms flood nests and drive ants and rodents indoors, and warmer averages are stretching the busy season at both ends.
Brisbane's Pest Calendar: What to Expect Each Season
Bookings in Brisbane follow the weather. Here is when each pest peaks, so you can treat before the problem does.
Spring · Sep to Nov
Swarms, termites and the build-up
Bees swarm from late winter, termites fly on humid evenings before storms, and ants, spiders and paper wasps all start building.
Summer · Dec to Feb
Storm season, peak everything
Heat, humidity and storms push cockroaches, ants and termites to their peak. Paper wasp nests are at their largest and huntsman come inside.
Autumn · Mar to May
Rodents head for roofs
As nights cool, roof rats move in from gardens, palms and creek banks. Cockroaches and ants are still active after the wet season.
Winter · Jun to Aug
Mild, dry and never quiet
Rodent and possum calls peak in Brisbane roofs. Termites and cockroaches slow down but do not stop, and ants come inside looking for water.
Demand by pest and season in Brisbane
| Pest | Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Possums | Medium | Medium | High | High |
| Rats & mice | Medium | Medium | High | High |
| Cockroaches | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Termites | High | High | High | Medium |
| Wasps | High | High | Medium | Low |
| Bees | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| Ants | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Spiders | High | High | Medium | Low |
Why Choose Freshify for Pest Control in Brisbane
A local team, not a call centre. Our technicians are spread across the city, so the one who comes to you already knows your suburb, your housing type and the pests that turn up there.
Onsite in 60 minutes*
Technicians based north and south of the river, and out to Ipswich, Logan and Moreton Bay, mean shorter drives to you. Urgent jobs like a wasp nest at the door are fitted in first.
Upfront pricing with no hidden charges
You get the price after the inspection and before any treatment. No call-out surprises, no extras added at the end. No hidden costs.
24/7 emergency service
Possums do not keep office hours. Our phones are answered day and night, weekends and public holidays included, with same-day booking availability.
Brisbane pest experts
Our technicians bring years of experience with Brisbane's pests, from termites under Paddington Queenslanders to cockroaches in inner-city units to possums in The Gap.
Planned around kids and pets
We tell you what product is used, where it goes and how long to keep people and pets off treated areas before we start.
Humane with native wildlife
Possums are protected native animals in Queensland. We remove them humanely, release them close to where they were found after dark, and proof the roof so they cannot get back in.
*Onsite in 60 minutes applies to urgent jobs and depends on technician availability and location.
Why Brisbane Households Trust Us in Their Homes
Letting someone into your roof, your kitchen or your bedroom takes trust. We earn it the same way on every job: by showing you what we found and telling you the price before we touch anything.
- You know who is coming. We text you the technician's name and arrival window before they leave.
- You see what we see. Photos of droppings, entry points or termite activity, shown to you on the day.
- You get it in writing. A short report of what was treated, what was used and what to watch for.
- You can call us back. If activity continues after the treatment window, call the same number and we come back.
What Happens When You Call
- 1
You call or send an enquiry
We ask what you have seen, heard or smelled, and where in the house.
- 2
A local technician comes out
Same day in most Brisbane suburbs, often within the hour for urgent jobs.
- 3
Inspection, then an upfront price
We find the nest or entry point and quote before starting. What you are quoted is what you pay.
- 4
Treatment and proofing
We treat the source, seal entry points where needed, and explain what to expect over the next few weeks.
Pest Control Near You: Brisbane Areas We Cover
Our technicians cover 277 suburbs across eleven areas of Greater Brisbane. Find your area below, or call and we will tell you when we can be there.
Inner Brisbane
Queenslanders, units and food businesses. Cockroaches, termites and rats.
North Brisbane
Post-war timber homes. Termites, possums and cockroaches.
North West Brisbane
Hills and bush reserves. Possums, termites and spiders.
West Brisbane
Leafy riverside suburbs. Termites, possums and ants.
South Brisbane
Family homes and busy food strips. Cockroaches, ants and rodents.
Brisbane Bayside
Bay breezes and sandy soil. Ants, termites and spiders.
Redlands
Coastal bush and acreage. Termites, spiders and ants.
Cleveland, Capalaba, Alexandra Hills, Birkdale, Mount Cotton
Logan
Growing estates and bush blocks. Rodents, ants and termites.
Springwood, Beenleigh, Bahrs Scrub, Boronia Heights, Cornubia
Ipswich & Springfield
Heritage timber homes and new estates. Termites, rodents and spiders.
Ipswich, Springfield, Augustine Heights, Bellbird Park, Blackstone
Moreton Bay
Fast-growing northern corridor. Ants, spiders and rodents.
Pest control in our other cities: Pest Control Melbourne Pest Control Sydney
Pest Control for Brisbane Homes and Businesses
Residential pest control
Houses, townhouses, apartments and rentals. We work around school runs and pets, and treat rentals between tenants for property managers.
- Queenslanders, post-war homes and new builds
- Apartment and strata unit treatments
- Pre-purchase termite inspections
Commercial pest control
Cafes, restaurants, offices, shops, warehouses and strata buildings across Brisbane. Visits scheduled before opening or after close so trading is not interrupted.
- Scheduled service plans for food businesses
- Rodent monitoring for warehouses
- Common-area treatments for body corporates
Pest Control Brisbane FAQs
How much does pest control cost in Brisbane?
It depends on the pest, the size of the property and how far the problem has spread. A one-bedroom apartment cockroach treatment costs less than a full termite inspection on a large Queenslander. Our technician inspects first and gives you an upfront price before starting, with no hidden costs.
Can I get same day pest control in Brisbane?
Yes. We offer same day service across our 277 Brisbane suburbs, and for urgent jobs a technician can often be onsite in 60 minutes. Our phones are answered 24/7.
When is the best time for pest control in Brisbane?
Late winter to early spring is ideal for a general treatment, before the wet season sends cockroach, ant and spider numbers up. Book rodent proofing in autumn, as the nights cool. Termite inspections are worth doing every year, and every six months in high-risk homes.
Are possums protected in Queensland?
Yes. Possums are protected native wildlife in Queensland. A trapped possum is released close to where it was caught, after dark. That is why roof proofing matters: it stops the same possum coming straight back.
Does Brisbane have termites?
Yes, and plenty of them. Brisbane has some of the highest termite pressure of any Australian capital, because warm, humid weather keeps colonies active all year. Older Queenslanders on timber stumps and homes with garden beds against the walls are most exposed. Inspect at least once a year.
How long after pest control can I go back inside?
For most general treatments, people and pets need to stay off treated surfaces until they are dry, usually a couple of hours. Your technician will tell you exactly how long for your treatment.
Why do I get rats in my roof after rain?
Heavy rain floods burrows and drains, and cooler nights in autumn and winter make a dry roof attractive. Roof rats travel along fences, power lines and palm trees and get in through small gaps around pipes, vents and roofing. Baiting removes the ones inside; sealing those gaps stops the next lot.
Do you do pest control for businesses in Brisbane?
Yes. We look after cafes, restaurants, offices, retail stores, warehouses and strata buildings, and can schedule visits outside trading hours.
The Best Time to Book Was Last Month. The Next Best Time Is Today.
Every week a pest problem is left alone, it grows. One pair of mice can become dozens by the end of a season, and a cockroach nest doubles fast in a Brisbane summer.
Proven results, an upfront price and a dedicated professional at your door, often the same day.