This guide is published by Priority Pest Management. We ranked ourselves first, so we've shown our criteria and listed where other companies are the better choice.
The best pest control companies in the Lower Mainland are Priority Pest Management for Fraser Valley and eastern Lower Mainland homes, Ridall Pest Control for broad Metro Vancouver coverage, Westside Pest Control for Coquitlam and Port Moody, AAA Wildlife Control for humane wildlife removal, and Orkin Canada for large commercial accounts. Which one is right depends mostly on where you live and what you are dealing with.
Here is the quick version, followed by how we ranked them and what to ask before you hire anyone.
We used only information anyone can verify: company websites, Better Business Bureau profiles, BC SPCA records and industry accreditation listings. We did not use paid placements, and we left out review star counts because they change week to week.
Each company was judged on five things that matter most to Lower Mainland homeowners:
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Based in: Abbotsford
Serves: Surrey, Langley, White Rock, Delta, Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, Hope, Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows and Port Coquitlam
Best for: Fraser Valley and eastern Lower Mainland homes, rodent control, strata buildings
Priority is a locally owned Abbotsford company rather than a franchise, and its process is the most clearly spelled out of any company on this list. The first inspection is free, and the company states that the price quoted at the end of that visit is the price on the invoice, with nothing added later.
Its rodent work is the main reason it ranks first. Every rat job starts with an inspection to find entry points and nesting areas, accessible gaps are sealed, tamper resistant traps go into active areas, and two return visits are built into the service to check traps and confirm the problem is resolved. That sealing and follow up is what separates a lasting fix from a temporary one, and it is included rather than sold as an add on. You can see how that works in practice on its Abbotsford rodent control page.
Priority also offers non toxic options for many jobs, scheduled commercial programs for restaurants, warehouses and offices, and inspection programs with detailed reporting for strata councils and property managers. Calls are answered around the clock, and jobs carrying a health or safety risk are moved to the front of the queue.
Worth knowing: Priority does not serve Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond or the North Shore. If you live west of Coquitlam and Delta, one of the companies below is a better fit.
Based in: Burnaby
Serves: Most of the Lower Mainland, including Vancouver, Richmond, North Vancouver, Surrey, Langley and Maple Ridge
Best for: Homeowners anywhere in Metro Vancouver who want an established name
Ridall has operated in the Lower Mainland since 1989 and has been BBB accredited since 2014. It describes its approach as integrated pest management, which means prevention, monitoring and targeted treatment rather than routine spraying. Its job postings state that service technicians must hold a provincial IPM certificate, which is a useful signal of how seriously it takes training.
Its biggest strength is reach. Ridall runs technicians across almost the entire region, so it is a dependable choice if you live in the western Lower Mainland where Priority does not go.
Worth knowing: Larger service areas can mean longer wait times at peak season, particularly in fall rodent season. Ask about scheduling when you call.
Based in: Coquitlam
Serves: Metro Vancouver and parts of the Fraser Valley, plus Squamish and Whistler
Best for: Coquitlam, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam and Burnaby homes
Westside was founded in Port Moody in 2009 by owner Mike Londry and has been QualityPro accredited since 2022, a certification run by the U.S. based National Pest Management Association that requires companies to meet standards for training, hiring and business practices. It is also a member of the 1% for the Planet network.
For homeowners in the northeast sector of Metro Vancouver, Westside is a strong local option with a long track record in rodent, ant and spider work.
Worth knowing: Westside's reach into the eastern Fraser Valley is more limited, so homeowners in Chilliwack, Mission or Hope may find closer options.
Based in: Burnaby
Serves: Metro Vancouver
Best for: Raccoons, squirrels, skunks, birds, bats and humane rat exclusion
AAA Wildlife Control was established in Vancouver in 1993 and in 2018 became the first company to earn AnimalKind accreditation, the BC SPCA's audited animal welfare standard for wildlife and rodent control. AnimalKind companies prioritize exclusion over trapping or killing, do not use glue boards, and must pass an audit to stay accredited. In 2022 the BC SPCA described AAA as the only company in the region holding that accreditation.
If you have raccoons in the attic or squirrels in the soffits and want them out without harm, AAA is the specialist to call.
Worth knowing: AAA focuses on wildlife and rodents. For ants, cockroaches, bed bugs or wasps, you will need a general pest control company.
Based in: National, with Lower Mainland branches
Serves: The entire Lower Mainland and every province and territory
Best for: Restaurants, food processors, warehouses and businesses with several locations
Orkin Canada is the largest operator on this list. Phone lines are answered 24 hours a day, and its commercial services cover integrated pest management, fly and bird control, and programs for food processing, healthcare and hospitality. It offers a satisfaction guarantee with free retreatment and a refund if expectations are not met, though the terms depend on the service and require customers to follow Orkin's sanitation and structural recommendations.
For a business that needs one provider across several sites, or audit ready documentation for food safety inspections, a national company has real advantages.
Worth knowing: Residential customers often find national companies push annual service programs. If you have a one time problem, ask whether a single treatment is available.
Whichever company you call, these questions separate good operators from the rest:
The Lower Mainland is big enough that no single company is the best choice everywhere. Distance, the pest you are dealing with, and whether you are a homeowner or a business all change the answer. For homes in the Fraser Valley and eastern Lower Mainland, Priority Pest Management offers the clearest process on this list: a free inspection, a fixed quote, and rodent work that includes sealing and two return visits as standard.
If you are in Priority's service area and want to know what you are dealing with, book a free inspection or call 604-613-2015.
What is the best pest control company in the Lower Mainland?
It depends on where you live. For homes in the Fraser Valley and eastern Lower Mainland, Priority Pest Management ranks first for its free inspection, fixed pricing and included rodent follow up visits. In Vancouver and the western Lower Mainland, Ridall Pest Control and Westside Pest Control are strong choices.
How much does pest control cost in the Lower Mainland?
Prices vary widely by pest, property size and how established the problem is, so a single wasp nest and a recurring rodent problem sit at opposite ends of the scale. Look for a company that offers a free inspection and a fixed quote, and ask whether return visits are included.
Do pest control companies in BC need a licence?
Yes. Companies that apply pesticides as a service in BC must be licensed under the provincial Integrated Pest Management Act, and the people applying products must hold a certificate. Ask any company for its licence number before work begins.
Can pest control companies in BC still use rat poison?
The strongest rodenticides, known as second generation anticoagulants, are banned in residential and non essential commercial settings in BC. Most rodent work around homes now relies on sealing entry points and trapping, which also avoids rats dying inside walls.
What is AnimalKind accreditation?
AnimalKind is a BC SPCA program that audits wildlife and rodent control companies against animal welfare standards. Accredited companies prioritize exclusion, avoid glue boards, and must pass an audit to be listed.
Should I hire a local company or a national chain?
Local companies often respond faster and offer more flexible one time service, while national chains suit businesses that need consistent service and documentation across several locations. For most households, a well reviewed local company with a clear process is the better value.
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