Mice & Rat Exterminator Cost Calculator (2026)
By Marcus Ellery, Pest Control Editor · Updated July 2026
Getting rid of mice or rats costs about $150 to $600 on average, and more when you add exclusion work (sealing the entry points so they don’t come back) or attic cleanup after a heavy infestation. Trapping alone is the cheapest option, but without exclusion the rodents usually return — so the best-value job is often removal plus sealing. Estimate yours below.
Estimate your cost
Pricing swings with local labor costs and demand.
Estimated mice & rat removal cost
$150 – $450
Most homeowners pay around $300
Cost breakdown
- Inspection + trapping$300
Planning estimate based on 2026 national price data — not a quote. Get local quotes to confirm.
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What drives your mice & rat removal cost
- Service level: trapping is cheapest; exclusion sealing prevents costly re-infestation.
- Rats vs. mice: rats are larger, harder to exclude, and often cost more.
- Home size & access: crawlspaces and attics add inspection and sealing labor.
- Damage & cleanup: droppings and nesting may require decontamination.
- Follow-up: a monitoring plan checks traps and seals until the home is clear.
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Ways to save
- Pay for exclusion sealing — trapping alone lets rodents return and re-billing adds up.
- Seal obvious gaps (around pipes, vents, garage) yourself before the visit.
- Remove food sources and clutter to speed up removal.
- Catch it early; a small mouse problem is far cheaper than an established rat colony.
- Ask whether the quote includes a return guarantee if rodents come back.
Frequently asked questions
How much does rodent removal cost in 2026?
Basic mouse or rat trapping runs about $150–$450. Removal plus exclusion (sealing entry points) costs $350–$1,000, and jobs that add attic cleanup or decontamination can reach $2,000.
Is exclusion worth the extra cost?
Usually yes. Trapping removes the current rodents but does nothing to stop new ones. Exclusion seals the entry points, so it’s the difference between a one-time fix and a recurring problem.
Are rats more expensive than mice to remove?
Generally yes — rats are larger, more cautious, and enter through bigger gaps, so trapping and exclusion take more time and materials.
Sources
Price ranges cross-referenced against these 2026 cost guides and contractor databases: