How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%93+50.7Reliability 24%88+21.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%75+5.3Experts Score= 92Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.92SCORE1st Response Pest Management
Columbus, OH · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #25Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 46 bee removal services · 4.9★ from 1,322 Google reviews
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Customers hired 1st Response Pest Management for 8 kinds of job.
1st Response Pest Management for ant extermination
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We noticed tiny ants in our office today and called 1st Response. They immediately sent a technician out to do an inside service (the previous service had been just the exterior). Drew Nivens was extremely knowledgeable and thorough, crawling under furniture and into tight corners to apply the treatment. He…
Very professional and caring of property. Awesome!
Colt and Zeth both listened to my concerns, explained their proposed game plan and its execution to me in an easy to understand way. I appreciate the time they spent with me addressing our problem! Highly recommend! I have always had a good experience with this Company.
Caden is the man. But every technician that has come out has been top notch and the service desk is always very helpful great company
Jason is so professional and thorough! Totally wrecked and 1St Response and totally recommend Jason! Thank you, Jason
Prompt professional and courteous! We are very lucky to have found Bobby and 1st Response!
Workers are helpful, knowledgeable, and responsive
Professional, prompt and through
Hunter did a great job and was very personable as well.
David was amazing treating our apartment for ants. Highly recommend.
Chase did an awesome job. Very knowledgeable and professional. Highly recommend.
Chris was very helpful and very professional. I would highly recommend his work and all of 1st Response Pest Management services.
Chris did a great job and went above and beyond to make sure all traps were done even the ones in the small attic space. Thanks Chris!!
I will never use another pest control service at my house. 1st Response has eliminated all pests from my home, and has for years.
David came in my apartment to help with an ant problem and was super efficient.
This is a wonderful company to work with. Their customer service is absolutely outstanding. They really care about their customers and make sure you are happy. Ed came out and solved where my wasp problem was coming from with a tiny little camera!
Dan, our tech was wonderful. Hope he comes back here again!
Kenneth Wilson was extremely thorough in his service. He answered questions and was very informative. The service from this company is always excellent. Kenneth and those in the past have always been very friendly. I highly recommend this company for your pest management needs.
We have had a contract with 1st Response Pest Management for two years and are very pleased with their service. In addition to our regular inspections and service, they have come out several times in response to problems that came up between these. The first time concerned carpenter bees which they came out and…
Ken has been our go to guy from first response. He always explains how he’s going to treat any pest problems we’re having and why. Ken is professional and courteous and we have been very happy with him. I recommend first response pest control to anyone who needs the services they provide.
They were very professional and also would come back and make sure the issue was resolved
David was who came out. He came out and was extremely professional and understanding.
David was wonderful and efficient! Addressed the problem and listened to my questions and concerns. Highly recommend!!
My technician was Justin and he is just wonderful. He came a few weeks ago to solve our ant problem, which he did. Then he was back for our normal service. He is kind, thoughtful and the kind of employee any company should want and keep.
Had a problem with ants, David came to inspect and fix the issue a few days ago. He was fast and thorough; now I haven't had any issues with the ants since. Great work.
David is always very kind and does his job well and quickly!
Jason was at our house in a day and helped with our ant issue right away. I'm always impressed with their ability to be flexible enough to help out even with a full schedule. Thank you Jason for being professional and competent.
We live 1st response pest management! Especially our technician Jason! He is professional and conscientious- always helpful and takes great care in servicing our home.
Bobby was prompt, courteous and professional. He answered our questions, and patiently/clearly explained his recommendations before implementing the treatments.
All went well. Bobby was professional, knowledgeable and friendly. The proof of quality will become apparent in the next few weeks … hoping for no more ants!
Very professional and timely.
Love this company. Thank you Nate for coming out. They always do such great work.
It was great got in went straight to work took care of everything, I appreciate you guys
1st Response has serviced our home for at least 7 years now and we have had no insect issues in the house or our basement since we hired them (we had a centipede problem prior to hiring them). They are always very professional, polite and take care of the house and all additional structures (shed, dog house, even a…
1st Response is the best! They always answer their phones. The service techs go above and beyond each visit. If a followup treatment is requested, they come out quickly and no questions asked. We have the fortune of working with Kenneth and he is very helpful, thorough and professional every time he comes to the house.
David was wonderful to work with! He was kind and pleasant, and was very thorough! He not only sprayed around the problem areas where we had seen carpenter ants and spiders, but also sprayed around areas that could look problematic to ensure nothing else would get in. He also proactively informed me to keep our cat…
Mosley always does a good job very professional and our family dog loves him. We like to keep Mosley he the man.
David Ford,Professional Fast Knowledgeable Conscious of my grandson, he's a crawler, David wore shoe covers without me having to ask, thanks for being attentive David, you're the greatest
In my second year and continue to be satisfied with the service. Giving the full stars as their whole team makes it easy to be a customer. I often call up with a problem where I start with explaining all the things I've tried to do myself and they smile and remind me they're there to help. The team that comes out to…
David was very convivial, informative, & quick.
Dave always does a good job. 👍
David has helped twice, both times when the weather starts to warm up with small ants and big spiders coming around. He helps us understand why ants and spiders would enjoy the indoors and how to prevent them. He was respectful of the home, putting covers on his boots. He is conscientious of any animals in the home…
We have used 1st Response for years and have nothing but good experiences. They are always very through and it's incredibly easy to get an appointment. Highly recommend
David, sherry and first response in general are an absolute pleasure to work with. no matter the situation they are prompt, on time, and try their best to accommodate all of our requests and needs no matter the situation. We are always satisfied no matter what we hire them to treat. if you're looking for a…
We have been a customer of 1st response for around a decade now. They have always been responsive and professional. They squeeze you into their busy schedules on emergency basis. They are always up to date with the most current information and knowledge of pest management and best practices. Chris in particular…
Been a customer for a few years. Highly recommended!!
They always do an amazing job! Their representatives, in the office and out in the field, are professional and knowledgable. They always have solutions. We’ve called them for several services, like trapping squirrels. They were out the same day and took care of the problem. Highly recommend 1st Response!!!
Bobby has come out twice now. Both times it has been easy to schedule and he is always prompt. He is very professional, explaining everything and answering all of my questions! I highly recommend 1st Response and Bobby as their technician.
My apartment complex uses First Response. They are very friendly, professional, and efficient. Always give very clear details on the service and follow up.
We mi Ed into our new home in the country, and the house was covered in cobwebs and lots of wasps! Dave listened to my concerns and did an amazing job! Our house looks so much better without cobwebs! Every technician at 1Response has been amazing.
David come over to my place for drain flies treatment. He thoroughly checked for the source and treated all areas.He is really professional and knows how to handle.I recommend 1st response for any pest control activities someone looking for.
Lisa in the office/on the phone is friendly & professional & efficient; Chris explained everything he was doing and why he was doing it without any interruptions to our household. A very easy, quick, & friendly experience!
David came out to treat at my apartment and he was very fast and efficient. He was also well versed on the treatment process as well. Thanks David!
DAVID FORD WAS VERY HELPFUL AND QUICK AND very thorough with his work 10/10
Jason Ivanski personifies professionalism and expertise. Thank you 1st response for promptly responding to our needs. Great company that we highly recommend!!
David Ford was efficient and professional. He took time to answer all of our questions and resolved our ant problem.
We’ve been working with First Response for years now and I can’t say enough good things about them. They are always incredibly responsive. They always take extra care when placing bait inside our house as we have cats and their techs are always friendly and professional.
Technician was knowledgeable and thorough. I liked that he wore covering over shoes in my house
Although I’m not currently a customer I used them for five years and they are trustworthy and the best pest control company in Columbus and the surrounding area. I highly recommend them.
We have used 1st Response for at least 9 or 10 years. When we were living in a house we had a stink bug infestation, they were in our chimney. 1st Response had some unique ideas that worked to rid our house of the internal bugs. When we moved to a condo there are woods behind us. The condo association had a pest…
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| General pest inspection | 130 | $56–$124 |
| Bug & insect extermination | 120 | $56–$131 |
| Home inspection | 93 | $50–$119 |
| Rodent extermination | 87 | $79–$246 |
| Ant extermination | 71 | $58–$199 |
| Spider extermination | 58 | $60–$148 |
| Hornet & wasp extermination | 53 | $111–$282 |
| Cockroach extermination | 34 | $65–$182 |
