Rockypest
Rob handles termite jobs personally — and customers say he explains every finding before any work begins.
Rob handles termite jobs personally and several customers note he explained findings clearly and completed follow-up inspections to confirm elimination. The rating trajectory in our sample shows some variation, with a handful of 1-star reviews citing poor communication after treatment problems and one serious bait-placement complaint; these remain a minority but are worth noting if you have young children or pets — it's worth asking the technician directly about bait placement protocol before work starts. For pre-purchase inspections in particular, Rockypest's combination of detailed written reports and same-day delivery makes them a practical choice for buyers on tight settlement timelines.
Their work
What it's like working with them
Based on a sample of Google reviews (84 total)
“Inspection was arranged very quickly and the report was sent to us day of”
“Rebecca has excuses about email messages being in spam”
What they help with
Based on what their customers hired them for
How they stack up
Context from 218 pest controls in Rockingham
Credentials & background
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About Rockypest
Rob (director) and his son Chase handle the heavy-duty termite work — inspections, treatments, and follow-up visits — while technicians Eddie and Ty cover general pest sprays, with multiple reviewers specifically praising Eddie for his thoroughness and willingness to explain the full process, and Ty for surprising professionalism despite his youth. Rebecca manages bookings and client communication, and several reviews credit her specifically for prompt, organised scheduling and for resolving disputes with transparency. The business runs a strong pre-purchase timber pest inspection niche, often working in tandem with Affordable Building Inspections so buyers can get building and pest checks done simultaneously — a workflow that saves homeowners a separate booking. Rockypest covers properties across the broader Perth metro, not just Rockingham, making them viable for buyers transacting on properties anywhere in the region. Where treatments don't fully take hold the first time — which has happened with ants and spiders in a handful of cases — the team has repeatedly returned for free re-sprays without being pushed, which is a meaningful signal for ongoing maintenance customers. As a family-run sole trader operation, every job appears to be handled by a small, known team rather than rotating contractors.
Best for: pre-purchase timber pest inspections with same-day reports, termite treatment and follow-up verification in residential homes, and ongoing general pest maintenance where a familiar small team matters.
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Does Rockypest cover areas outside Rockingham?+
Yes — several reviewers mention using Rockypest for pre-purchase inspections on properties across Perth, and one customer coordinated inspections remotely from Sydney. Rebecca handles bookings for properties across the metro area, so distance from Rockingham isn't a barrier. It's worth confirming your specific suburb when you call, particularly for outer metro locations.
Who will actually show up to do the job?+
Rockypest is a family business with a small, consistent team. Rob (the director) personally handles termite inspections and treatments, often bringing his son Chase for full-day treatment jobs. Eddie and Ty are the technicians most frequently mentioned for general pest sprays. Because it's a sole trader operation rather than a franchise, you're unlikely to get an unfamiliar contractor — but it's reasonable to ask who will attend when booking.
What happens if the spray doesn't work the first time?+
Multiple customers report that when ants or spiders persisted after an initial treatment, Rockypest returned to re-spray at no extra charge. In one case involving ants, they split the re-treatment across two days to avoid disrupting a customer with young children and large dogs. This pattern appears across several reviews, though customers note it helps to follow up proactively by email or phone rather than waiting.
How quickly can Rockypest turn around a pre-purchase pest inspection report?+
Several buyers mention receiving their written report — including photos — on the same day as the inspection. Rockypest also works alongside Affordable Building Inspections, meaning building and pest checks can often be scheduled at the same time for the same property. For buyers on tight settlement timelines, this coordination is one of the more practical advantages reviewers highlight.
Is Rockypest suitable if I have young children or pets at home?+
Most reviewers with families report positive experiences, and the team does advise a standard 4-hour exclusion period after indoor spraying. However, at least one customer raised a concern about bait box placement being accessible to young children and a pet during a rodent treatment job. If you have pets or children under five, it's worth asking the technician specifically about where bait boxes will be placed and requesting tamper-resistant stations as a precaution.