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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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