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1st Response Pest Management logoHow 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.92SCORE

1st 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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Percentile vs other bee removal services (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.1st Response Pest Management is better than 93% of bee removal services.A
93
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.1st Response Pest Management is better than 88% of bee removal services.A
88
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.1st Response Pest Management is better than 100% of bee removal services.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.1st Response Pest Management is better than 100% of bee removal services.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.1st Response Pest Management is better than 100% of bee removal services.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.1st Response Pest Management is better than 75% of bee removal services.B
75

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Customers hired 1st Response Pest Management for 8 kinds of job.

1st Response Pest Management for general pest inspection

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.132
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.99
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$200+
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$56–$124
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 93/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “General pest inspection”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#4 / 41
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 132 Google reviews tagged “General pest inspection” · showing 20

Don6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

I have regular service with 1st Response and I always renew as they provide exceptional service. even with outside service, they announce themselves, explain the service to be provided, friendly, responsiveness (via email) with questions,. Overall a great experience and since they've started have had no issues.

Paid $140–160Great priceRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Cheryl2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a week ago★★★★★

Caden is always polite and respectful. I am glad that he is the technician assigned to our home.

Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
Paul6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a week ago★★★★★

Very personable technician. Answered our questions. Good service.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspection
Emily10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Cody was awesome, he was very thorough and knowledgeable about what needed done at our property! Grateful he came out even in the poor weather!

Great priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
JaneLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

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…

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect exterminationAnt extermination
William14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Great service!

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
RLocal Guide · 134 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 months ago★★★★★

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

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceBug & insect exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Libby3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Jason is so professional and thorough! Totally wrecked and 1St Response and totally recommend Jason! Thank you, Jason

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
James1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Caden is very diligent in his services and communicates in a pleasant and informative manner. He is an excellent asset for 1st Response!

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
M3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 months ago★★★★★

1st Response has been taking care of our condo for many years and they do excellent work!!

General pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Travis4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 months ago★★★★★

Tech was nervous but did a good job, his trainer did a great job walking him through the process and helped when he had questions. Great job guys!!

Bee exterminationBug & insect exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Quality+ Professionalism
SusanLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 months ago★★★★★

We have pest services performed quarterly. Jason was the technician this July. Jason is always professional and extremely knowledgeable. Excellent work and trusted service. He has REALLY helped with a rodent issue. Another very good job and a trusted professional!!!

Paid $180–200Great priceGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Michelle11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Prompt professional and courteous! We are very lucky to have found Bobby and 1st Response!

Paid $200+Reasonable priceRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Kristen11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Workers are helpful, knowledgeable, and responsive

Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
TamaraLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★★

Our technician, Chris, has always been prompt, thorough and kind when he is at our home. We appreciate the time he takes to ensure our home is pest free.

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
raine1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

david was super friendly and quick to get through my apartment!

Paid $1–20Not sureGeneral pest inspection
Barbara5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Professional, prompt and through

Paid $200+Not sureSpider exterminationFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Julie8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Hunter did a great job and was very personable as well.

Paid $80–100Great priceRodent exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Caleb1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

David came in for the pest control checkup and got in and out quick. I appreciate him.

Home inspectionGeneral pest inspection
AlyssaLocal Guide · 6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

David was great, let me know if I had any activity and was super friendly!

Not sureGeneral pest inspection

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Price

$145+34% vs typical bee removal services

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 21%Reasonable 63%Overpriced 3%Not sure 13%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
General pest inspection130$56–$124
Bug & insect extermination120$56–$131
Home inspection93$50–$119
Rodent extermination87$79–$246
Ant extermination71$58–$199
Spider extermination58$60–$148
Hornet & wasp extermination53$111–$282
Cockroach extermination34$65–$182

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