Best Pest Control in Napier and Hastings
We assessed 6 pest control companies in Napier and Hastings and ranked the top 5 on public rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 9 October 2026. How we rank →
Before you hire
Effective pest control depends on correctly identifying the pest and using the right treatment method. Ask what is included in the treatment, whether a follow-up visit is covered if the problem persists, and what safety precautions apply for children and pets.
Top 5 Pest Control in Napier and Hastings
The top 5 pest control companies in Napier and Hastings are #1 Mayfair Pest Control, #2 Flick Pest Control, #3 AAA Services Hawkes Bay, #4 All Clean | Pestsaway, and #5 Pest Control Specialists Napier, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you book.
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Mayfair Pest control Hastings and Hawkes Bay
↑ 1★ 5.0 10 reviews Top5 Score 1295★ 10Mayfair Pest Control tackles cockroaches, rats, and fly infestations across rental and residential properties, with clients returning year after year because the results hold. Paul fits urgent jobs in even when fully booked and takes time to explain what was done and what to watch for after treatment.
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Flick Pest Control Hawkes Bay
↓ 1★ 4.6 11 reviews +1 Top5 Score 127 -25★ 10 1★ 1Flick Pest Control gets visible results fast, with one client returning home to dying cockroaches and no flies or spiders in sight after a single treatment. The booking and treatment process is straightforward, with clients noting how easy the whole experience was from first contact through to completion.
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A A A Services Hawkes Bay
★ 4.1 17 reviews Top5 Score 1245★ 11 4★ 2 3★ 1 2★ 1 1★ 2AAA Services Hawkes Bay coordinates spraying work with a front-of-house team that actively works to fit clients in quickly. Brent leads the on-site work and clients note the job is done well, with office staff like Phillipa and Robyn keeping the scheduling process moving from first contact through to completion.
location_on 4122/208 Southland Road, Hastings
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All Clean | Pestsaway
★ 5.0 6 reviews Top5 Score 1225★ 6All Clean | Pestsaway steps in when other pest control companies fail to show, turning around same-day cockroach treatments including spraying and baiting that clear infestations within 24 hours. Ross actively phones clients back to bring appointments forward rather than leaving them waiting, which stands out when the problem is urgent.
location_on Napier South, Napier
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Pest Control Specialists Napier
★ 4.7 7 reviews -1 Top5 Score 121 +25★ 6 3★ 1Pest Control Specialists Napier draws repeat clients who credit the team with keeping their homes insect-free over time. Staff come with a reputation for knowing their trade well, and clients who find a good fit with them tend to stay with them.
location_on 74 Munroe Street, Napier South, Napier
Before you book a pest control company in Napier and Hastings
Drawn from 104 customer reviews collected for this page. The first answer is what it costs.
What does pest control typically cost in New Zealand? expand_more
A standard interior spray for common insects like ants, spiders, or cockroaches runs between $100 and $250 for an average home. Rodent control using bait stations costs $150 to $400, depending on severity and follow-up visits included.
Wasp nest removal sits between $80 and $200 per nest, while flea treatments land in the $150 to $300 range. Termite inspections and treatments start around $500 and can reach several thousand dollars for full baiting systems.
What's the difference between a general surface spray and a targeted treatment? expand_more
A general spray applies broad-spectrum insecticide around the perimeter and interior to knock back a range of common insects, and costs roughly $150 to $300 for a standard home. A targeted treatment identifies the specific pest, its breeding sources, and entry points, then applies the product best suited to that pest's biology, such as gel bait for cockroaches or dust for wasps.
Targeted treatments cost more, with rodent or termite work running from $300 to well over $1,000, but they address the conditions sustaining the infestation rather than just the visible insects. For a recurring problem, a general spray is unlikely to solve it on its own.
How do I know if a pest control company is treating the root cause or just the symptoms? expand_more
A company focused on root causes will inspect before they quote, identifying entry points, harbourage areas, and conditions that are sustaining the pest population. Reviews from this area show that operators who explain findings on-site and share prevention advice after the job are the ones customers call back, while a technician who simply sprays and leaves is a warning sign. Before booking, ask whether the technician will do a pre-treatment inspection and whether they will advise on what to fix to stop the pest returning.
What are the warning signs of a pest control company you shouldn't use? expand_more
- –A technician fails to show up at the scheduled time and the office cannot explain why or offer a proactive call to let you know.
- –The person quoting does not ask about the severity of the infestation, property size, or specific pest before naming a price.
- –No follow-up visit is included or offered if the treatment does not resolve the problem within a reasonable period.
- –After bait is laid or treatment is done, there is no check-in from the operator to confirm results, leaving you to chase them.
- –The operator dismisses your account of the problem or becomes defensive when you raise a concern, rather than working to resolve it.
- –Pricing is given without any on-site inspection, particularly for more complex jobs like rodent or cockroach infestations.
What should you ask before booking pest control? expand_more
- –Ask exactly which pests and areas the treatment covers and what is excluded from the quoted price.
- –Ask whether a follow-up visit is included if the pest activity continues after treatment, and what the timeframe for that is.
- –Ask what preparation is required before the technician arrives, including how long children and pets need to stay clear of treated areas.
- –Ask whether the technician will identify entry points and provide advice on stopping the pest from returning.
- –Ask what certificate or accreditation the operator holds, specifically whether they are an Approved Handler under New Zealand hazardous substances regulations.
- –Ask whether the products used are EPA-registered in New Zealand, particularly if you have concerns about chemical sensitivity or food storage areas.
Also recommended pest control company in Napier and Hastings
Ranked 6 on the same public review record.
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A Touch of Glass HB
★ 5.0 3 reviews Top5 Score 1145★ 3We generate summaries once a business has enough reviews for a reliable sample.
About this ranking
What the 6 pest control companies listed above hold, at the 9 October 2026 check.
We first assessed pest control companies in Napier and Hastings in July 2026 and have rechecked the ranking twice since. Three different businesses have held first place; Mayfair Pest control Hastings and Hawkes Bay has held it since October 2026. Mayfair Pest control Hastings and Hawkes Bay and Flick Pest Control Hawkes Bay have been in the top 5 at every check. Across the 13 locations we assess pest control companies in, the 102 businesses listed have a median rating of 4.9, and one-star reviews are 2.0% of their total.
What has changed since July 2026? expand_more
- Oct 2026
Scoring method updated. New first place: Mayfair Pest control Hastings and Hawkes Bay. A Touch of Glass HB entered the list at #6.
- Aug 2026
New first place: Flick Pest Control Hawkes Bay. A A A Services Hawkes Bay entered the top 5, up from #6. All Clean | Pestsaway entered the top 5, up from #7. Pest Control Specialists Napier entered the top 5, up from #9.
- Jul 2026
First check.
How are the top pest control companies in Napier and Hastings chosen? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for pest control companies in Napier and Hastings. Each one is scored on its public rating and review record. Businesses outside the area, or whose reviews describe a different line of work, are left out, and a business whose main Google category is a different trade is held back until a person has checked what it does. A business whose website no longer resolves and that has had no Google review for six months is treated as dormant and left off the page until either changes. Every category and city is rechecked on a rolling cycle, about every two to three months. A location with a subscribing business is rechecked every month, and the whole page updates with it. See how we rank for the full method.
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Why isn't my business listed? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for pest control companies in Napier and Hastings. The usual reasons for missing out are a Google Business category that does not match, too few reviews to score near the top, or an address outside the area we cover. Sometimes we miss a business that should be here. Check where you rank first. If you are not there and think you should be, get in touch.