Across the three cost guides cited here, reported carpet beetle extermination prices span $150 to $600, with severe infestations requiring whole-house heat treatment reaching $4,000.1,2,3 Fixr publishes a $250 national average for a one-time pesticide visit in a 1,500-square-foot home, within a $225 to $275 average range, from a guide updated in January 2025.3 HomeAdvisor publishes a $250 typical cost for a moderate infestation in a 2,000-square-foot home, within a $150 to $450 normal range, from a 2025-data guide updated June 2026.2 Angi publishes a $450 national average with most homeowners spending $300 to $600, from a 2026 guide updated October 2026.1 Prices below are national averages*.
*National averages, not local quotes. Your price depends on the severity of the infestation, the size of your home, and the treatment method used.
$250
national average – one-time pesticide visit, 1,500 sq.ft. home (Fixr, 2025)
$250
typical cost – moderate infestation, 2,000 sq.ft. home (HomeAdvisor)
$450
national average (Angi, 2026)
$50–$150
per hour labor (Angi)
What the sources say
| Source | Headline figures | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Angi (updated Oct 2026) | $450 national average; most homeowners $300 – $600; severe cases $1,200 or more | Prices labor at $50 – $150 per hour or a $150 – $500 flat fee per visit |
| HomeAdvisor (2025 data, updated Jun 2026) | $250 typical cost for a moderate infestation in a 2,000 sq.ft. home; normal range $150 – $450; severe infestations in larger properties up to $4,000 | Corporate sibling of Angi |
| Fixr (updated Jan 2025) | $250 national average for a one-time pesticide visit in a 1,500 sq.ft. home; range $225 – $275; low-end $150 (a mild infestation in one spot, treated with insecticide); high-end $4,000 (severe infestation needing whole-house heat treatment) | Average covers a defined job scope |
The corporate siblings publish different headline figures – a $450 average at Angi against a $250 scoped typical cost at HomeAdvisor – and neither page explains the difference, so the figures are presented separately. Fixr’s $250 average matches HomeAdvisor’s number but covers a different job scope, and the pages state no shared sourcing.
Cost by treatment method
All three publishers price treatment methods, with different labels and ranges, so the columns are not compared directly.1,2,3
| Method | Angi (2026) | HomeAdvisor | Fixr (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical / insecticide treatment | $150 – $500 | $160 – $190 | $150 – $250 |
| Pesticide treatment | – | $200 – $250 | $200 – $400 |
| Heat treatment | $500 – $1,500 | $2,000 – $4,000 | $1,500 – $4,000 |
| Fumigation | $1,200 – $4,000 | – | – |
| Integrated pest management | $300 – $1,200 | – | – |
Angi describes chemical treatments as covering minor to moderate cases, with heat and fumigation reserved for severe or widespread infestations. HomeAdvisor and Fixr reserve heat treatment for the most severe cases.1,2,3
Cost by home size
Each publisher prices by size differently, so the tables are presented separately and not compared directly. Fixr prices treatment at $0.15 – $0.25 per sq.ft. and charges about $25 – $50 more for every 1,000 sq.ft. above 1,500.3 HomeAdvisor prices a minimum service charge based on a 1,500 sq.ft. property, adding $25 – $55 per additional 1,000 sq.ft.2
| Size of home | Cost per visit (Fixr, 2025) |
|---|---|
| 1,000 sq.ft. | $150 – $250 |
| 1,500 sq.ft. | $225 – $275 |
| 2,000 sq.ft. | $250 – $300 |
| 2,500 sq.ft. | $250 – $325 |
| 3,000 sq.ft. | $275 – $350 |
| 3,500 sq.ft. | $275 – $375 |
| Size of house | Cost range (HomeAdvisor) | Average (HomeAdvisor) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1,500 sq.ft. | $225 – $275 | $250 |
| 2,000–2,500 sq.ft. | $250 – $325 | $290 |
| 3,000–3,500 sq.ft. | $275 – $375 | $320 |
| Home or area size | Cost (Angi, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Single room or small area | $150 – $300 |
| Apartment (up to 1,000 sq.ft.) | $300 – $800 |
| Single-family home (1,000–2,500 sq.ft.) | $500 – $1,200 |
| Large or multi-story home (over 2,500 sq.ft.) | $1,000 – $4,000 |
Cost by infestation severity
HomeAdvisor and Fixr publish different per-treatment severity figures, so the columns are not compared directly.2,3
| Infestation level | HomeAdvisor (range, average) | Fixr (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Small | $150 – $175 (avg $160) | $150 – $200 |
| Medium | $200 – $250 (avg $220) | $200 – $400 |
| Large | $350 – $600 (avg $470) | $350 – $800 |
| Severe | $2,000 – $4,000 (avg $3,000) | $1,500 – $4,000 |
Angi does not publish a severity table, but notes severe cases can reach $1,200 or more.1
Cost by treatment frequency
HomeAdvisor prices repeat treatments per visit, while Fixr prices contracts per year for a 1,500 sq.ft. home. The scopes differ, so the tables are not compared directly.2,3
| Frequency | Cost range (HomeAdvisor) | Average (HomeAdvisor) |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly | $40 – $50 | $45 |
| Quarterly | $100 – $300 | $200 |
| Annually | $225 – $275 | $250 |
| One-time | $300 – $600 | $450 |
| Frequency of visits | Cost per year with contract (Fixr, 2025) |
|---|---|
| Once | $225 – $275 |
| Quarterly | $400 – $1,200 |
| Monthly | $480 – $900 |
Fixr prices one-time visits outside a plan at $250 – $600.
Cost by company
Fixr (2025) publishes plan pricing for two national providers, for a house of up to 2,000 sq.ft.3
| Company | Initial visit | Recurring monthly visit |
|---|---|---|
| Orkin | $150 – $450 | $40 – $70 |
| Terminix | $200 – $550 | $50 – $60 |
Additional costs
| Item | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Labor | $50 – $150 per hour, or $150 – $500 flat per visit | Angi |
| Preparation and cleaning | $50 – $200 | Angi |
| Post-treatment cleanup and disposal | $50 – $300 | Angi |
| Permits or inspections (rare cases) | $25 – $100 | Angi |
| Professional inspections | $50 – $150 per visit | Angi |
| Preventive treatments | $100 – $300 per application | Angi |
| Whole-home deep cleaning | $100 – $500 | Angi |
| Preventive barrier treatments | $100 – $300 | Angi |
| Eco-friendly or pet-safe upgrade | $50 – $200 | Angi |
| Emergency or same-day service | $100 – $400 | Angi |
| Emergency treatment (within 24–48 hours or weekends/holidays) | $200 – $500 added | Fixr (2025) |
| Carpet, rug, or upholstery repair | $200 – $2,000 | Angi |
| Fabric restoration for clothing or drapes | $50 – $500 | Angi |
| Repainting or refinishing damaged surfaces | $100 – $500 | Angi |
The two emergency-service figures differ in scope and price, so they are not compared directly.
Carpet beetle vs. bed bug extermination
Fixr (2025) compares the two services for one room, noting carpet beetles are often mistaken for bed bugs.3
| Extermination type | Average cost for one room (Fixr, 2025) |
|---|---|
| Carpet beetles | $150 – $400 |
| Bed bugs | $300 – $475 |
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Sources
1. Angi — How Much Does Carpet Beetle Extermination Cost? (2026 data)
2. HomeAdvisor — How Much Does Carpet Beetle Extermination Cost? (2025 data)
3. Fixr — Carpet Beetle Extermination Cost (2025)