Services across the Top End
Cockroaches in the kitchen. Ants through the pantry. Rats in the roof. We handle it all, same day or next day, with treatments safe for your kids and pets. Around 1,500 jobs every year across Darwin and Palmerston—we know what works here.
Top End Termites & Pests
What we treat
Six common pests that show up in Darwin homes. Each one needs a different approach.
Action Plan
Three steps to a pest-free home
From your first call to guaranteed protection. No complexity, no waiting around wondering if the job’s done right.
Book online in under two minutes
Pick a window that suits you. We will confirm.
We complete the treatment
On Time. No surprises. No hassle.
Service-period guarantee
Your home is covered for a defined window depending on the pest: cockroaches for six months, ants for three, spiders for one. See them return? We come back free of charge.
What Does a Pest Treatment Cost?
Transparent Pricing
Most general pest treatments for a typical Top End home land between $190 and $400, fixed-price before we start. The range depends on property size, the pest, the level of infestation, and whether we are treating internally, externally, or both.
Visual Termite Inspection
Rural areas may incur a small additional travel and access charge. Remote areas require a custom quote.
Termite Treatment (Structure)
Termite Treatment (Gardens/Trees)
Free Quote
Rat Baiting
Rural areas may incur a small additional travel and access charge. Remote areas require a custom quote.
Cockroaches, Ants & Spiders
Rural areas may incur a small additional travel and access charge. Remote areas require a custom quote.
Trusted
Why Top End owners choose Northern Rock
Three reasons Darwin families call us first
Speed
Same-day or next-day service
Ring before 10am and we’re usually there that afternoon. Next day at the latest.
Safe for your family
We use Seclira for cockroaches and approved chemicals only. You’ll know before treatment what stays covered, what needs pets indoors, and when it’s safe to return.
Local since 2008
Same depot, same team. When you call, you talk to someone who knows Darwin’s climate and pests inside out. No scripts, no routing.
Preparation
Get ready before we arrive
A few minutes of prep makes treatment more effective. Full checklist available on our general pest control service page.
Clear benchtops and tables of food
Remove dishes, crumbs, and any food left out overnight.
Leave cupboards and appliances alone
Cockroaches hide inside, and that’s where we need to treat.
Move pets and cover aquariums
Take pet bowls out of the kitchen and turn off fish tank filters.
Plan for re-entry after drying
Your technician will confirm when it’s safe to return to treated areas.
Questions
Common concerns before your first treatment with Northern Rock
How quickly can Northern Rock turn around a pre-purchase termite inspection report?
Is a pre-purchase termite inspection the same as a pest inspection?
What is the difference between a pre-purchase termite inspection and a building inspection?
Does the seller need to be told about the inspection?
Can Northern Rock check whether an existing termite system is still current?
How do I get rid of rats in my roof in Darwin?
Don't wait, act now
An infestation that starts in one room spreads fast. Cockroaches, ants, and rats don’t stay put—they move through walls, under floors, and into every corner of your home. The longer they settle in, the deeper they nest, and the harder they become to shift. A treatment booked today costs less than one booked in three months’ time. Early action is always cheaper.
An infestation that starts in one room spreads fast. Cockroaches, ants, and rats don’t stay put—they move through walls, under floors, and into every corner of your home. The longer they settle in, the deeper they nest, and the harder they become to shift. A treatment booked today costs less than one booked in three months’ time. Early action is always cheaper.
An infestation that starts in one room spreads fast. Cockroaches, ants, and rats don’t stay put—they move through walls, under floors, and into every corner of your home. The longer they settle in, the deeper they nest, and the harder they become to shift. A treatment booked today costs less than one booked in three months’ time. Early action is always cheaper.