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Word of Mouth pest control in Upper Sturt receive an average rating of 4.7 based off 64 reviews.
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"these guys are the real deal I was stuffed around in the past pest services but with brian and his team nothing could..."
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"Leading Building & Pest Inspection made this an easy process for a couple newbies. They conducted a thorough exam,..."
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"They came out did the traps located the active ants allso they checked the whole house and checked the trees in the..."
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"I contacted Hi Pages again as we had a problem with a wasp nest inside my kitchen wall. Craig gave me a call and..."
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"Thank you so much for creating such a wonderful ceremony for us. We had a lot of compliments on the day and even..."
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"We had the guys from JPC in to do our pre-purchase inspection on our new house. They were able to get out the the..."
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"I can not recommend Leading Building and Pest Inspections enough. Buying a property is never an easy process, but..."
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"Yes, it really does work. We have just had our home treated for the 2nd year. After 12 months, the 1st treatment was..."
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"We had the Sentricon System installed in 2005. This requires regular 3 month external inspections and an annual..."
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"I required a pre-purchase pest inspection for termites before buying a house. A technician was organised to come out..."
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"Very friendly guys the only problem was they were charging me an extra $40 for fuel, saying it was more than a 25..."
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Pest Control in Upper Sturt
Data-driven insights based on 64 customer reviews collected between 2010 and 2024, ABS Census data
Upper Sturt residents have 64 reviews to help them choose from 25 pest control servicing the area, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars — below the South Australian average of 4.75, though ratings have dipped slightly in recent years.
When to book
If you have flexibility on timing, our review data shows pest control demand in Upper Sturt tends to peak around March and ease off in June — booking during quieter periods may mean more providers available and faster response times.
About the area
Despite above-median household incomes ($2,229/week vs the national median of $1,748/week), pest control in Upper Sturt charge 16% below the South Australian average — better value than the suburb's income profile might suggest.
Reviews & trust
With 4.3 new reviews per year — 26% above the South Australian average — Upper Sturt has more recent pest control feedback on file than a typical area in the state.
Typical costs
Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, prices have risen 8% since 2012 (from $231 to $250 median), averaging 0.7% per year.
Based on 64 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2010–2024, and ABS Census 2021 data.
Pest Control reviews & ratings over time — Upper Sturt area
See the figures behind this chart
| Year | Reviews | Average rating out of 5 | Median reported cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2011 | 2 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2012 | 3 | 3.7 | $231 |
| 2013 | 10 | 4.7 | $130 |
| 2014 | 7 | 4.4 | $110 |
| 2015 | 2 | 5.0 | $220 |
| 2016 | 2 | 5.0 | $205 |
| 2017 | 5 | 5.0 | $130 |
| 2018 | 11 | 4.9 | $185 |
| 2019 | 7 | 5.0 | $1,600 |
| 2020 | 5 | 5.0 | $1,025 |
| 2021 | 3 | 3.7 | no prices reported |
| 2022 | 2 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2023 | 1 | 4.0 | no prices reported |
| 2024 | 3 | 3.7 | $250 |
Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2010–2024
Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.
Upper Sturt area profile ABS Census 2021
How we calculate the Local Service Score: We combine two sources of data: first-party data collected directly by Word of Mouth — verified customer reviews, customer-reported pricing, post-service trust-signal responses, and service awards — with suburb-level population and housing data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census. The score measures how well Upper Sturt is served for pest controls, reflecting the depth of choice, quality of service, and value for money available to residents compared to other suburbs across Australia. See our Local Service Score methodology for data sources, update frequency, and quality guardrails.
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What other customers paid
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Reviews going back to 2007
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Pest control in Upper Sturt — FAQs
Is there a quieter time of year for pest control in Upper Sturt?
Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, pest control demand in Upper Sturt tends to peak in March and is quietest in June. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.
How do I pick the right pest control in Upper Sturt?
Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Upper Sturt has 64 pest control reviews on Word of Mouth. Customised Pest Control (2013) has earned a Word of Mouth Service Award — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.
How do Upper Sturt pest control compare to the state average?
Pest control in Upper Sturt have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 64 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is below the national average of 4.85 stars.
Does the Upper Sturt housing mix influence local pest control?
Despite above-median household incomes ($2,229/week vs the national median of $1,748/week), pest control in Upper Sturt charge 16% below the South Australian average — better value than the suburb's income profile might suggest. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Upper Sturt has 98% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 41, a median household income of $2,229/week.