What fox control costs

Typical prices

howmuchshoulditcost gives £100 to £400 for deterrent-based fox control in 2026, averaging £200. PestPro Index (March 2026) gives £100 to £200 for humane, deterrent-based work.

The price pays for a site visit, proofing and the installation of deterrents. It is not removal, because a firm that works humanely does not remove foxes.

London

howmuchshoulditcost says London is about 24% above its national averages. We found no fox-specific London figure, so treat that as a guide to all pest work rather than a fox price.

Getting a quote

Ask the firm for a written quote that lists the survey, the proofing, the deterrents and any return visit. Ask how it deals with cubs and whether it works humanely. Be wary of any firm that offers to remove and release foxes, since moving a fox is not recommended.

A fair quote explains what each item does. If a firm cannot say how it will keep foxes out, move on. Compare two quotes where you can, and ask what happens if foxes return.

What changes the price

• The size of the garden and the length of fence to proof.
• Whether a den needs a one-way door once the cubs have gone.
• The number of deterrents fitted.
• The number of visits.

These are judgement rather than published figures. Ask for a written list of what is fitted and what is promised. Guarantees are rare for wildlife, so get any promise in writing.

DIY costs

DIY deterrents cost far less. Scent repellents need reapplying every one to two weeks. Motion-activated sprinklers are described as the most effective DIY option. We have not verified product prices, so check before you buy. Our guide to deterring foxes lists what is lawful and what works.

Council help

Councils do not remove foxes, so there is no council fee to compare. Hounslow lists foxes as something it does not treat. See our council pest control guide. For what a firm does, see fox control.