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%91+49.6Reliability 24%90+21.8Value 14%96+13.6Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 92Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.92SCOREAlder Pest Control
Decatur, AL · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #62Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 109 flea exterminators · 4.9★ from 1,739 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: craft & service and momentum; weakest: reliability.
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Customers hired Alder Pest Control for 8 kinds of job.
Alder Pest Control for hornet & wasp extermination
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Fast friendly great service everything they explained they would do they did and more highly recommend
As always listen to my concerns and addressed the issue I was having. Highly recommend
Outstanding service from start to finis\! The team did exactly what they said they would do, showed up on time, and completed the work professionally. They were courteous, respectful of my property, and took the time to explain everything they were doing. It’s refreshing to work with a company that follows through…
Ashley was absolutely awesome! She braved the wasp horde and prevailed marvelously. The previous pest control service we used had killed them and not knocked down the nests so they would return in under two weeks. Ashley slaughtered their bunch, evicted the wasps from the eaves, then she eradicated their nests. I…
Your service technician Emily did an excellent job, she went above and beyond expectations and an asset to this company. I highly recommend this business and technician Emily.
Technician was great! He did a super job and was knowledgeable about questions that I had.
Nathan was very professional and thorough in explaining what services he provided today and what to expect on the next visit.
Great service. Going to enjoy working with y'all.
The tech was friendly and done a very thorough job. Great service Would recommend
Very happy with the service. Great communication and so far, the results are positive!
Carlos was very friendly and professional when he did service today at my home ,
Honestly, one could not ask for more diligent, task-driven service personnel. They are dedicated and diligent. I highly recommend this company.
Liam was very knowledgeable and helpful. I cannot recall the name of the technician but also was very professional
Brennen treated all around the exterior of our house for wasps and brushed down spider webs. He also treated the interior of our attached garage. He was very polite, listened carefully to my spider concerns. I am excited to see a major reduction in the spider population. Hopefully all!
Very thorough and very courteous. I appreciate how everything was explained and documented. Great job.
I just started my service with Adder pest control and so far they have made a great impression with the upgrade to service.
Griffin was a pleasure. Followed our specific instructions that kept our pets from harm. He was kind and respectful. Look forward to working with again to keep our home pest free.
Alan performed my regular treatment today and did a great job. He was thorough informative and willing to provide service with a smile. Very pleased with my service call. Blessings!!
Sean and Tyler were the Very friendly and knowledgeable.
Alder pest control showed up today, detailed explanation of services and then went to work on all of the fire ant hills (i have a lot of them) wasps and spiders.
Guys do a great job.
So far the best pest control company I’ve had out of all the local ones I’ve tried. The price is reasonable considering the size of my home.
The only pest control company ill ever use
My Tech today was absolutely awesome. He went above and beyond to help get rid of my fire ant problem. As always Alder pest control is the best.
Tyler was very polite and professional. He did his work and was thorough.
Nathan was very courteous .
So far we've met two of their great employees. They're super and we think we're going to be well pleased with their service!
JeremiahI'm did a great job thank you so much.
TYLER!!!! If you are blessed enough to have him, you will see how respectful he is. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
I cannot praise Jeremiah and the company enough. I am so pleased with the knowledge, determination, skills and thoroughness that Jeremiah possesses. I have a sense of great comfort in knowing that he takes his job seriously, and treats his customers with dignity and courtesy. Alder, Jeremiah is a huge asset to your…
Kristin did a very good job for us today spraying for spiders
Camden came promptly and made his presence known. He told me what he was doing and did it. Very courteous and no mess!
Tony was absolutely Wonderful this morning! I was very happy
Fast friendly service!!! Love the tech’s that come to our home, always friendly and helpful.
Technician notified me when they were at my house, as I was not home at the time. Very professional explained what he did and what to look for. Emailed results and included pictures. Technician was very courteous and helpful.
I haven't had any issues with their services. Always timely and professional.
The Alder group has done a great job keeping the bugs and pests away from our home!
Alan our technician did a great job brushing and spraying around our home inside and out. William and Alan very nice and answered all our questions and needs.Thanks to Alder pest control.
The field service technician was on time and did a thorough job. I appreciated that he documented the treatment with photos and also sprayed the driveway seams for ants, which he noticed as soon as he arrived.
Cory did excellent job. Explained all work to be performed first, then did that work with great attention to details. Then reviewed work done, quite professional and friendly. Cory is great representative for Alder Pest Control.
Quick ,quiet, and willing to brave the poison ivy fight his way around my house? Garry is a pro. Glad I went with Alder's
Ashley did a great job treating our property for control of pests. She also brushed many spider webs around the house. Ashley seems to enjoy her work and has a good attitude.
On time and very professional. Our house looks fantastic and free of bugs, critters, and spider webs. Great job! I appreciate it!
My technician did a great job. He swept the walls and windows then sprayed around my home. He also treated the lawn for pest control. Although Alder services are new to me, they have never missed a treatment or perform poorly. I highly recommend this company.
Came out today and did what they promised. Looking forward to continued 5 star service
Our tech, Gary, was very friendly and very thorough. As has everyone from Alder Pest Control. Highly recommend!
Liam and Allen are very professional and helpful and did a great, thorough treatment. Highly recommend!!!
Courteous staff. Know their job. Efficient.
The sales rep, field tech and the office personnel are all very professional. I received excellent service . They arrived when they were supposed to. I was very pleased with this company
They do good work
Technician was prompt, courteous, and very professional!
Done a very good job on our place! Very professional! Thank u!
Will did a great job of treating my home and exterior buildings, inside and out, as well as treating my yard.
Great 👍
Very profesdional staff. Explained everything, shared photos. Definitely better than my last pest control service provider.
Mauricio gave a good deal
On time and haven’t had the huge infestation or the red paper wasps I had. Hoping this next summertime is better.
Thanks for the great service!
Matt was great! He was very informative and professional. He came back for a re-treatment inbetween scheduled service with no questions asked. So glad to have them doing our pest control!
I recently had Alder Pest Control out to the house, and I’m thoroughly impressed with the level of detail they put into the service. The technician performed a very comprehensive exterior treatment, going way beyond just a quick spray. They put a significant focus on clearing out spiderwebs and addressing specific…
Great service and the serviceman showed up at the scheduled time. This was our first time with Alder, but I think I will be very pleased with them. Thank you guys!
Very pleasant and easy to work with. Great job!
Great customer support, polite and professional.
No problems with service today.
Mauricio did a great job. Personable, professional. Five stars!
Drew explained what he was doing, using, how long to keep the dog off, and what to expect. Great service!
Tech was very professional and did good job.
Alder is the best very professional done a great job I met Liam and Allan very nice and very professional very complete in letting you know what they're are doing inside and outside of the house they even do the yard for ticks and other insects thank you Alder for having the best pest control team, workers they're the best 😀
They’ve been great. Always nice ,professional and they do a great job.
The Tech who came out to my home was very professional. A very nice man. He took extra measures to help rid the ant problem. I give 5 stars.
Nick was professional and did a a great job
Professional, courteous and knows the industry extremely well. Communicated each step of the process. Highly recommend.
I’m already impressed. Awesome customer service, Super nice people. Highly recommend!
Will was supposed to service our house today , but , I've not seen any evidence he was here .In the past Alan done our service and we were satisfied , but not today Will didn't ring the bell to see if we wanted to spray inside the house or garages . Not caught on cameras performing job or any granules around. Not satisfied !
Excellent service. Treated yesterday. Noticed a red wasp today that was affected by the treatment.
Chase was very friendly. Helpful. Answered. Any question I had and did a thorough job.
Clayton done an awesome job and answered all my questions and very professional and I appreciate it.
Great service!
Tyler was professional and paid attention to the issues at hand. He listened and took appropriate action.
Awesome casey was just assume, she's the reason I'm staying with your company
Had a great experience, enjoyed the service, thanks 😊
Jeremiah was wonderful today even though my dog acted like Cujo. I really enjoyed his service today.
Alan was very professional and detailed. He asked if we had any issues that he could take care of and sent a message when he was on his way. He did a very thorough job. 5 Star Service!
Had our third treatment today from Alder pest control service. The technician, Jeremiah, did a very good job in the application. My wife commented on how thorough he was, as well as how considerate and professionally he represented the company. I highly recommend Alder pest control service.
Casey did an awesome job with my pest control service. Thank you
Jeremiah does a wonderful job. He takes his time and listen to your concerns. Excellent job.
Alan was so polite and professional. Explained what he was gonna do and then when he finished. He came back and told me he had it taken care of and plus some wasp nest
Awesome job today it was great seeing Kristin
Alan presented very respectful & good business persona.
Clayton did an excellent job getting my wasp nests and spider webs down along with spraying and treating my fire ant mounds.
Since switching to them i have been happy with the pest control. I like the attention given to all aspects around the house .
Clayton of Alder Pest Control came out with a smile and professionalism that set him apart from his peers. He started at the garage door and worked his way around the entire house meticulously treating our home with care. I hope and pray that Clayton returns to complete our next treatment because he did an excellent job.
Alan did an awesome job ! Thank you so much
Kristen was friendly and very professional!
He was professional and he provided excellent service
Kristin did a good job and was very professional.
Mauricio was very friendly and did an excellent job today!
Mauricio came out and did his job in a timely (but very thorough) manner. He held the utmost respect for the property and was very helpful in explaining what exactly he was doing if we had any questions. This was our first time using this company, and Mauricio was a wonderful first impression! Highly recommend and…
Clayton came out and did a wonderful job and is so friendly. Highly recommend him and Alder pest control!
Thank you to Alan. He was very friendly and didn't mind my dogs. They are alot. Lol .
Jeremiah was Very pleasant. Did a thorough job. Excellent service.
Kristin worked hard to be very thorough with the pest control treatment. She cleaned our porches and gutter areas of the many spider webs and nests. I highly recommend her and Alder Pest Control!
I had a great service made by Kristin. She was very helpful and willing to help. I asked her for a specific area to spray and she just got right on it and got my whole house cleaned and sprayed. Really nice company to work with.
Kristin was so professional and helpful while getting rid of a massive wasp nest under my deck. Grateful to have quick service keeping my home and myself safe.
Clayton was great. Very polite and worked quickly
Kristen did a superb job. Very nice and professional.
Shoutout to Clayton great attitude about the job and a good person to be around
Wonderful small family business. You won’t regret doing business with them. They handled my rodent issue in my newly built home in just two days!!!! Every time they come they do a great job spraying inside and the outside perimeter. Very friendly and respectful. Did an excellent job treating the yellow jackets in my mailbox and lending library.
Great dude, knowledgeable and kind, Tony was the guys name, welcome back anytime!
Jeremiah was great! He explained everything he was doing. He was very professional and knowledgeable. Jowanna Childers
Wonderful and polite. Mauricio was great too. I am very happy with these guys
Logan was very professional, asked questions before starting our service, and explained everything he did once he was done. I’m very happy with our first service from Alder!
Logan did a super great job. Thank you Logan and alder pest.
Logan did a great job! Did everything he was supposed to do!
Very nice, Respectfully, and does an amazing job.
Amazing work. Very thorough. Very friendly
The technician did everything you could make my home Pest Free and Went to Every Measure to Make Sure it was Done Right!!
Had a great first time experience with Alder Lest Control. Jeremiah did an awesome job and was very professional.
Nathan was very nice and professional, he was quick and came exactly when my time slot was scheduled.
Technician was very polite and willing to answer my questions.
William was very professional and courteous. Everything going great with the service!
Mauricio fif a thorough job of removing spider eggs and webs! He was professional and friendly! He was on time as well
Jeremiah always take care of our home pleasantly and professionally!
Tyler Did an outstanding job, He walked me through everything he was going do before he done It answered all my questions thoroughly highly recommend Alder Pest Control with fast and friendly service
Tyler with Alder Pest Control showed up when he said he would! He was very pleasant and very polite. He did a great job! Took his time and made sure I pleased. Highly recommend them and him!!!
I got one it and happened to be home yesterday when I got a knock at my door and it was Alder Pest Control! My husband and I had been discussing calling Cook’s pest control because you just always go to the ones that are known or that you hear of and see around the most. Funny thing is, my husband kept forgetting to…
Friendly, professional and pleasant
Kristin came today to do our treatment; thorough and professional!
Our service today was preformed by Kristen. She gave us notice before arriving. Kristen was polite and answered some questions of new concerns. She presented how alder pest control could help us and set us up with mosquito buckets. 🤞🏻
Michael was very friendly and professional! I requested arrival texts so I could kennel my German shepherd and he did promptly!
Great service and professionalism
Tyler, Tony, and Michael were professional, polite, and knowledgeable about the services and treatment they were providing. They covered the property thoroughly and asked if we had questions before they left. There was a noticeable decline in spiders and wasps within the first week. Clayton stopped by for our…
Jacob was great. He explained all that he was doing and what to expect in the next few days. Love that he used shoe covers when he sprayed the house. Very polite and knowledgeable.
Trey has s an excellent job and was punctual and professional.
Tony was very professional and thorough. Highly recommend.
We were happy to have Michael do our service today!! He did a wonderful job!! Happy to be taken care of by Alder Pest Control!!
Clayton was very professional and took care of the job very well!
Logan was great. Same day service. We signed and paid for a one year agreement. Thank you for stopping by.
Clayton did a fantastic job
I'm very impressed with Alder! Michael did a great job servicing my property. This is my second service and my first service was with Sean and he also did a great job. I waited to post my review because I wanted to see would it work. Please let both servicemen know I appreciate the work they did at my house. Thanks!
Price
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.
Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Bug & insect extermination | 264 | $58–$131 |
| General pest inspection | 237 | $58–$133 |
| Hornet & wasp extermination | 192 | $79–$246 |
| Spider extermination | 189 | $56–$136 |
| Home inspection | 164 | $61–$139 |
| Ant extermination | 159 | $63–$191 |
| Flea & mite extermination | 88 | $78–$282 |
| Rodent extermination | 77 | $73–$246 |


