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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. · #34Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 60 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

Reviews for your job

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

1st Response Pest Management for termite inspection

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.11
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
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.$125–$214
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 86/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Termite 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.#10 / 33

All 11 Google reviews tagged “Termite inspection”

don2 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 8 months ago★★★★★

This company is like a fine wine, they get better with age. Thanks for through service.

Customer photo from don's review
Paid $200+Great priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspectionTermite inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
chelsea4 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 years ago★★★★★

1st Response is a great company! I have used them for years! Kenneth is a wonderful service technician and always goes above and beyond to make sure everything is taken care of plus some! Thank you!

Bug & insect exterminationHome inspectionHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Mark2 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 years ago★★★★★

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.

Ant exterminationBug & insect exterminationHome inspection
Jared6 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 years ago★★★★★

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.

Ant exterminationBat exterminationBed bug extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Heidi10 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 years ago★★★★★

1st Response has been a wonderful company so far! They are taking care of our termite problem and we signed up for the quarterly pest spray plan. They are so responsive if you call with any questions or concerns and will come right out when needed. They are always professional and kind! We recommend this business to neighbors, friends and family.

Bee exterminationGeneral pest inspectionTermite inspection+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
Erin6 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 years ago★★★★★

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…

Ant exterminationBat exterminationBed bug extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Mary3 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 years ago★★★★★

My technician is always on time and very professional taking the time to explain the service and any findings around or in my house.

Bug & insect exterminationGeneral pest inspectionTermite inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
John2 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 years ago★★★★★

I have been using the services of 1st Response Pest Management for several years. I like the professionalism and courtesy demonstrated by the entire staff, especially Ed Nikodem who normally does my house inspections. I also appreciate that if I have any problems the company extends availability to look into the issue in a timely and knowledgeable manner.

Bug & insect exterminationHome inspectionGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Patricia3 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 years ago★★★★★

We purchased a house that has had termite damage in the past. The original structure was built in 1890, and has been added onto over the years. Previous owners had repaired the termite damage, and had contracted with 1st Response to continue to maintain termite control stations and inspect for any new activity.…

Termite inspectionTermite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Onyx1 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 years ago★★★★★

DAVID FORD WAS VERY HELPFUL AND QUICK AND very thorough with his work 10/10

Ant exterminationGeneral pest inspectionTermite inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
DannyLocal Guide · 19 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 years ago★★★★★

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.

Ant exterminationBee exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

Price

$145+25% 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–$126
Bug & insect extermination120$63–$156
Home inspection93$53–$131
Rodent extermination87$79–$246
Ant extermination71$63–$246
Spider extermination58$61–$146
Hornet & wasp extermination53$125–$323
Cockroach extermination34$66–$184

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