Same day service across 288 Melbourne suburbs
Pest Control Melbourne
Possums in the roof, rats in the walls, cockroaches in the kitchen or termites in the subfloor. Our technicians live and work across Melbourne, so a dedicated professional can be onsite in 60 minutes*, with upfront pricing and no hidden charges.
From the CBD to the Mornington Peninsula, Werribee to the Dandenong Ranges.
- 24/7 Emergency Service
- Same-Day Booking Availability
- Upfront Pricing, No Hidden Costs
- Humane possum and wildlife handling
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Melbourne Pest Control, Handled the Same Day
Freshify is a PROFESSIONAL pest control company covering 288 suburbs across Greater Melbourne. We specialise in the pests Melbourne homes deal with most: brushtail and ringtail possums in roof spaces, rats and mice that move indoors when the nights turn cold, German cockroaches in kitchens and apartments, European wasps in late summer, and subterranean termites in the outer east and north.
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 Melbourne
One call covers every pest. Our specialist technicians treat homes, rentals, apartments and businesses across Melbourne, 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, white-tails and huntsman
Wasp RemovalEuropean wasp nests in walls, ground and trees
Bee RemovalSwarms and hives in walls, roofs and trees
Dead Animal RemovalLocated, removed and deodorised
Sound Familiar? What Melbourne 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 Melbourne roofs through gaps under tiles and broken eaves.
Possum removal Melbourne"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 Melbourne homes.
Rat and mouse control Melbourne"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 Melbourne"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 Melbourne"Wasps coming out of a hole in the lawn"
European wasps often nest underground or in wall cavities. They defend the nest in numbers, so keep children and pets away and call a technician.
Wasp removal Melbourne"A swarm of bees on my fence"
Spring is swarming season in Melbourne. A swarm often moves on within a day, but if bees start entering a wall or roof, it is becoming a hive.
Bee removal Melbourne"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 Melbourne"Ants everywhere after the rain"
Heavy Melbourne downpours flood ant nests and push whole colonies indoors. Baiting the trail back to the nest works better than surface spray.
Ant control MelbourneWhy Melbourne Homes Attract Pests
Melbourne is growing fast, its housing is a mix of old and brand new, and its weather is changing. All three bring pests closer to your door.
5.4 million
people in Greater Melbourne, growing by more than 140,000 a year (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 the outer west and north, around Tarneit, Point Cook, Mickleham and Craigieburn, where new estates are built on cleared land. Mice, rats and spiders displaced by construction head straight for the nearest new home.
Old + new
Victorian terraces, weatherboards, apartments and new estates
Every type of home has its own weak point
Period homes in Fitzroy, Hawthorn and Brunswick have roof voids and gaps possums love. Weatherboards and timber stumps in the outer east sit close to bushland where termites live. High-rise apartments in the CBD, Southbank and Docklands share walls and plumbing, so cockroaches and bed bugs move from unit to unit.
+1.5°C
Australia's warming since 1910 (BoM and CSIRO)
Warmer, wetter extremes stretch the pest season
Melbourne's famous four-seasons-in-a-day weather is getting warmer on average, with more heat waves and heavier bursts of rain. Longer warm spells let cockroaches, ants and spiders breed for more of the year, milder winters keep rodent numbers up, and downpours flood nests and drive ants indoors.
Melbourne's Pest Calendar: What to Expect Each Season
Bookings in Melbourne follow the weather. Here is when each pest peaks, so you can treat before the problem does.
Spring · Sep to Nov
Swarms and flying termites
Bees swarm, termite alates fly on warm humid evenings, ants rebuild and spiders become active. Possums are nesting with young in roof spaces.
Summer · Dec to Feb
Peak season for crawling pests
Hot days above 35°C push cockroaches, ants and spiders to breed fast. European wasp nests grow all summer.
Autumn · Mar to May
Wasps peak, rodents move in
Wasp nests are at their biggest and most defensive. As nights cool, rats and mice start looking for warm roof spaces and wall cavities.
Winter · Jun to Aug
Rodents and possums indoors
Cold, wet nights make Melbourne roofs prime real estate. Rodent and possum calls peak, and damp subfloors suit termites in the outer suburbs.
Demand by pest and season in Melbourne
| Pest | Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Possums | High | Medium | High | High |
| Rats & mice | Medium | Low | High | High |
| Cockroaches | Medium | High | Medium | Low |
| Termites | High | High | Medium | Low |
| European wasps | Low | High | High | Low |
| Bees | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| Ants | High | High | Medium | Low |
| Spiders | High | High | Medium | Low |
Why Choose Freshify for Pest Control in Melbourne
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 in the west, north, east, south east and peninsula 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.
Melbourne pest experts
Our technicians bring years of experience with Melbourne's pests, from ringtail possums in Kew to German cockroaches in Southbank apartments to termites in Eltham.
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 Victoria. We trap 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne 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: Melbourne Areas We Cover
Our technicians cover 288 suburbs across nine areas of Greater Melbourne. Find your area below, or call and we will tell you when we can be there.
Inner Melbourne
Apartments, terraces and food businesses. Cockroaches, rats and possums.
Inner East Melbourne
Leafy streets and period homes. Possums and rats in roof spaces.
Inner South Melbourne
Bayside homes and flats. Rats, cockroaches and possums.
North East Melbourne
Bushland edges along the Yarra. Termites, possums and spiders.
North West Melbourne
Fast-growing estates. Mice, spiders and ants after building works.
West Melbourne
Melbourne's fastest-growing corridor. Rodents, spiders and wasps.
Outer East Melbourne
Dandenong Ranges foothills. Termites, possums and spiders.
South East Melbourne
Family homes and new estates. Ants, cockroaches and rodents.
Ferntree Gully, Glen Waverley, Dandenong, Narre Warren, Berwick
Mornington Peninsula
Holiday homes left empty for weeks. Rodents, wasps and spiders.
Pest control in our other cities: Pest Control Brisbane Pest Control Sydney
Pest Control for Melbourne 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.
- Period homes, weatherboards and new builds
- Apartment and strata unit treatments
- Pre-purchase termite inspections
Commercial pest control
Cafes, restaurants, offices, shops, warehouses and strata buildings across Melbourne. 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 Melbourne FAQs
How much does pest control cost in Melbourne?
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 weatherboard house. Our technician inspects first and gives you an upfront price before starting, with no hidden costs.
Can I get same day pest control in Melbourne?
Yes. We offer same day service across our 288 Melbourne 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 Melbourne?
Late winter to early spring is ideal for a general treatment, before cockroaches, ants and spiders build up over summer. Book rodent proofing in autumn before the cold sends rats and mice indoors. Termite inspections are worth doing every year.
Are possums protected in Victoria?
Yes. Brushtail and ringtail possums are protected native wildlife in Victoria. They must be trapped humanely and released close to where they were caught, after dark. That is why roof proofing matters: it stops the same possum coming straight back.
Does Melbourne have termites?
Yes. Subterranean termites are active across Melbourne, especially in suburbs near bushland and creeks in the outer east and north east. Homes on timber stumps or with garden beds against the walls are more exposed. An annual inspection catches activity early.
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 have rats in my roof in winter?
Melbourne's cold, wet winter nights push rats and mice into roofs and wall cavities looking for warmth. They get in through gaps as small as a coin around pipes, vents and roof tiles. Baiting removes the ones inside; sealing those gaps stops the next lot.
Do you do pest control for businesses in Melbourne?
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 Melbourne summer.
Proven results, an upfront price and a dedicated professional at your door, often the same day.