How Much Does Fumigation Cost in Nairobi?

If you've searched around for fumigation prices in Nairobi, you've probably noticed that few companies publish a fixed price list — and that's not a pricing trick. Fumigation cost genuinely depends on factors that vary from one property to the next, more so than most cleaning or pest control services.

What actually determines the price

Four things drive most of the variation in fumigation quotes:

• Property size. A one-bedroom apartment and a four-bedroom maisonette need meaningfully different amounts of product and labour time.
• Severity and type of infestation. A precautionary whole-house fumigation costs less than treating an established, widespread infestation across multiple rooms.
• Number of rooms and layout. Open-plan spaces treat differently from multiple small, separated rooms.
• Access and preparation required. Properties that are already decluttered and easy to access are faster to treat than cluttered spaces requiring extra preparation time.

Typical starting points

As a general guide, whole-property fumigation in Nairobi often starts from around KSh 6,000 for a smaller unit, with larger homes and more severe infestations costing more. Treat any number you see online as a starting point, not a quote — the only way to get an accurate price is to describe your property and situation, or have it inspected.

Why some companies insist on an inspection first

For certain pest problems — termites in particular — quoting without an inspection is close to guesswork, since the extent of the problem often isn't visible from a phone description. A company that asks to inspect before quoting a serious infestation isn't being difficult; they're trying to avoid quoting you a price that turns out to be wrong once they see the property.

Getting an accurate quote

When you request a quote, the more detail you provide upfront, the more accurate the estimate will be: property type and size, number of rooms, which pest you're dealing with, how long it's been a problem, and whether you've tried treating it before. This is exactly why our fumigation quote form asks for these details — it means we can give you a realistic estimate before a technician ever visits.