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Alder Pest Control 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%89+48.5Reliability 24%87+21.1Value 14%81+11.5Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 88Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.88SCORE

Alder Pest Control

Decatur, AL · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #75Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 109 flea exterminators · 4.9★ from 693 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other flea exterminators (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: momentum and replies to reviews; weakest: value.

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.Alder Pest Control is better than 89% of flea exterminators.A
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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.Alder Pest Control is better than 87% of flea exterminators.A
87
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.Alder Pest Control is better than —% of flea exterminators.–
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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.Alder Pest Control is better than 81% of flea exterminators.A
81
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.Alder Pest Control is better than 100% of flea exterminators.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.Alder Pest Control is better than 100% of flea exterminators.A
100

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Customers hired Alder Pest Control for 8 kinds of job.

Alder Pest Control for rodent extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.36
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.86
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$40–60
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$73–$246
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 76/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Rodent extermination”: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.#68 / 86
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.96%

All 36 Google reviews tagged “Rodent extermination” · showing 20

Charles11 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 weeks ago★★★★★

The tech was very friendly and helpful. Did a great job. Filled the bait box and killed the black widow that was living in it.

Paid $180–200Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationTermite extermination
Lenore1 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 weeks ago★★★★★

She listened to what I want to accomplish with the service. Offered suggestions on how to proceed according to my plan. Hope to have her again

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceRodent extermination
barbaraLocal Guide · 11 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★★★★★

Jonas was terrific and sweet, spent time to make sure all my concerns were answered and then some. Thanx for sending him my way!!

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceRodent exterminationMosquito exterminationBug & insect extermination
Steve3 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 month ago★★★★★

Emily was great. She explained everything she was doing and provided excellent service. She was very professional and we would love it if she was our tech every time.

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Mary2 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★★★★★

Our technician was very thorough and answered all my questions. I was especially glad that he cleaned and treated the webs on the upper eaves.

Paid $1–20Reasonable priceRodent exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Dontae11 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★★★★★

Thanks to John for completing a great service I liked his spirit and knowledge about the products keep up the good work

Reasonable priceRodent extermination
JudyLocal Guide · 12 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★★★★★

The very best! Knowledge of pest control is immense, courteous, efficient, calm and highly professional. Jeremiah was excellent...he kept me apprised of his ETA (so appreciated), he took care of the issue with care for property, skill and knowledge. Jeremiah is most thorough and diligent. Thank you Alder....your company is the best.

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Rick4 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 5 months ago★★★★★

The technician was very polite and very professional. He sent me a notice a day before coming out and again to let mee know when he was about 30 minutes away. He completed all tasks in a timely manner. I am very satisfied with this service.

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Rick3 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★★★★

We were pleased with the service we received, the only negative with the whole experience was a breakdown in communication with the office regarding as to when the service would be performed & when the technician would arrive at the property. Both the technician & the salesman were friendly, professional &…

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
EVAN6 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 6 months ago★★★★★

Professional, quick and thorough!

Paid $100–120Great priceRodent exterminationBug & insect extermination
Bruce2 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

My wife stated that the job done was excellent and complete. Everything was done that she pointed out.

Not sureHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
chickadeeLocal Guide · 10 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★★★★★

The service last week at my home was professional, as always. Logan, the technician, was prompt, communication was excellent, service was fast, and all my questions were answered; the technician is very knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to adress my concerns, which included going up onto the attic. The…

Customer photo from chickadee's review
Reasonable priceRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspectionCockroach extermination
Honey5 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Logan did an excellent job. Wonderful personality

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceRodent extermination
Joseph11 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Alder Pest Control has been doing a great job protecting our home. Their technicians are always well mannered and explain their processes. We've seen an immediate decrease in activity since getting their service. Highly recommend!

Paid $140–160Not sureHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Betty4 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

On time , listen to our concerns. Very polite and professional, would highly recommend.

Great priceRodent extermination
Sharon5 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Very sweet young lady. Answered my question. Her name is Kristin.

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Timothy3 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 year ago★★★★★

Jeremiah is on the ball. Does a great job.

Reasonable priceRodent exterminationAnt extermination
Ali5 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 year ago★★★★★

Kristin was great! So helpful and efficient. Highly recommend

Hornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationTermite extermination
J.C.2 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 year ago★★★★★

Kristin was AMAZING!!!

Paid $1–20Not sureHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationBug & insect extermination
Mike1 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. · a year ago★★★★★

Kristin was punctual, efficient, and friendly. Thanks

Paid $140–160Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination

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Price

$111+7% vs typical flea exterminators

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 25%Reasonable 65%Overpriced 4%Not sure 5%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Bug & insect extermination99$58–$131
Hornet & wasp extermination98$79–$246
General pest inspection94$58–$133
Spider extermination88$56–$136
Ant extermination60$63–$191
Rodent extermination36$73–$246
Flea & mite extermination34$78–$282
Mosquito extermination22$63–$101

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