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Expat Pest Survey 2026
The most comprehensive survey of expat pest experiences in Spain. Download the full report with all the data, charts, and analysis.
214
Respondents
47
Questions
9
Regions
What's Inside the Report
Demographics breakdown
Who responded, where they live, and how long they've been in Spain.
Full encounter data
Which pests, how often, and where in the home.
Cost analysis
What expats spend on pest control — DIY and professional.
Regional comparisons
Side-by-side data across 9 Spanish regions.
Emotional impact data
Stress levels, sleep disruption, and how pests affect quality of life.
Knowledge gap analysis
What expats don't know — and where misinformation is highest.
3 Key Findings
87%
of expats encountered cockroaches in their first year
Cockroaches are the most common pest encounter for new arrivals, with the majority reporting their first sighting within the first three months of living in Spain.
€340
average annual spend on pest control
Combining DIY products and professional treatments, the typical expat household spends €340 per year on pest management — though this varies widely by region.
62%
wish they had known about drain prevention
The single biggest regret among respondents: not knowing that simple drain covers and pipe sealing could have prevented most cockroach encounters.
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