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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%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.92SCORE

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. · #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.

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 91% of flea exterminators.A
91
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 90% of flea exterminators.A
90
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 100% of flea exterminators.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.Alder Pest Control is better than 96% of flea exterminators.A
96
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 mosquito extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.69
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.94
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$60–80
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$63–$101
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 88/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Mosquito 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.#14 / 64
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 69 Google reviews tagged “Mosquito extermination” · showing 40

Misty6 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★★★★★

Thanks for coming out to spray, Emily! You’re so friendly!

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceMosquito extermination
Carol8 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★★★★★

Today was our initial treatment from Adler Pest Control. In the past we have always completed our own pest control, but we haven’t kept up with it this year. We decided it was time to let the professionals handle it. The treatments were fully explained and targeted our specific problem pests. The price was very…

Paid $60–80Great priceSpider exterminationFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Jason1 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. · Edited 3 months ago★★★★★

Nathan was very professional and thorough in explaining what services he provided today and what to expect on the next visit.

Paid $40–60Great priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination
Tawana3 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★★★★★

Excellent service today! Very polite and respectful gentleman. Great communication and explanation regarding services rendered and on upcoming services to be provided. I love the fact this comany is family owned and not a big corporation that often forgets customer satisfaction is key and LISTENS. Would recommend Alder Pest Control 10/10.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceSpider exterminationFlea & mite exterminationMosquito extermination
thesimsie943 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★★★★★

The tech gave me a heads up before coming to my home, and they also gave photos of the service.

Paid $120–140Great priceSpider exterminationFlea & mite exterminationMosquito extermination
MiaLocal Guide · 9 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★★★★★

Honestly, one could not ask for more diligent, task-driven service personnel. They are dedicated and diligent. I highly recommend this company.

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Lawren3 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★★★★★

Liam was very knowledgeable and helpful. I cannot recall the name of the technician but also was very professional

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationTermite exterminationSpider extermination
Robert1 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. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★★

Chase did a very good job today

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceMosquito extermination
Tish2 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★★★★★

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.

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Paid $120–140Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationMosquito extermination
Jamielet3 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★★★★

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.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationTermite extermination
Thomas11 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★★★★★

Technician Emily was on time and very thorough in treating the exterior of the home and the lawn. Well done!

Mosquito exterminationBug & insect extermination
Trent6 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★★★★★

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.

Great priceBee exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationTermite inspection
Becky10 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★★★★★

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!

Paid $60–80Great priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination
Pam4 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★★★★★

JeremiahI'm did a great job thank you so much.

Paid $60–80Not sureHornet & wasp exterminationMosquito extermination
Susan4 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★★★★★

Mauricio was great, very professional. He explained everything he was going to do and then went through everything he did before he left.

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceSpider exterminationMosquito exterminationBug & insect extermination
Eric3 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★★★★★

Very good communication with all employees and that alone was a breath of fresh air! And also did exactly what they said they would do

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceMosquito exterminationBug & insect extermination
MillicentLocal Guide · 160 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★★★★★

I haven't had any issues with their services. Always timely and professional.

Paid $60–80Great priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationMosquito extermination
JAMMIELocal Guide · 21 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★★★★★

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.

Paid $60–80Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
Stephen2 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★★★★★

Great service, reasonably priced, and very responsive. I’ve been using Alder for 2 years and have had no issues since they started treating my house. A+

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceSpider exterminationFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspection
MarieLocal Guide · 129 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★★★★★

Thank you for s job well done 👍

Paid $120–140Great priceSpider exterminationFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Cody1 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Done a very good job on our place! Very professional! Thank u!

Paid $160–180Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
tamatha1 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Prompt and courteous technician and feel like they went above and beyond with our service. Also think the price is fair for the amount of coverage we received. Great job!

Great priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
Patrick8 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★★★★★

Very profesdional staff. Explained everything, shared photos. Definitely better than my last pest control service provider.

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
Crystal9 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★★★★★

They are an amazing company! So glad I switched to their pest control service. Liam is one great person and service professional!

Paid $100–120Great priceSpider exterminationFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspection
RebeccaLocal Guide · 25 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★★★★★

We had an exceptional experience with Alder Pest Control. Their team is professional, responsive, and genuinely cares about helping us solve any pest issues we have quickly and thoroughly. They did a fantastic job on our house. They updated us throughout the visit, documented and took pictures, and gave us a…

Paid $60–80Great priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
roy1 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. · Edited 7 months ago★★★★★

Corey does a great job!

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceSpider exterminationFlea & mite exterminationMosquito extermination
TeresaLocal Guide · 21 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. · 8 months ago★★★★

Updated review - Mr Adler called me directly, we discussed my review and my frustration. He had mo issue allowing me to exit the contract one quarter early due to actually moving (not pretending like I am which they have been burned that way and I certainly understand his feeling). He also said he would send someone…

Paid $80–100Spider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
Bruce14 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 11 months ago★★★★★

Great service!

Reasonable priceBee exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination
Randy6 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 11 months ago★★★

She showed up and went right to work. Did a good job.

Paid $20–40Great priceGeneral pest inspectionMosquito exterminationAnt extermination
Ree2 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 was very knowledgeable and walked me through the treatment indoors as he went. He was thorough and kind throughout my appointment today.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHome inspectionSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
CINDY4 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 year ago★★★★★

Alan stopped by our house for the routine service and like always. They are all very nice and knowledgeable. Alan explained to be what he was there for and continued to do his work throughly and everything was very smooth.

Reasonable priceHome inspectionRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Angie6 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 year ago★★★★★

Very professional and responsive

Reasonable priceSpider exterminationFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Michael1 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. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Very good work

Great priceGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
Susanne6 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 year ago★★★★★

Mauricio was very friendly and did an excellent job today!

Great priceBee exterminationGeneral wildlife removalHome inspection
Dallas12 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★★★★★

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…

Paid $80–100Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
John16 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 year ago★★★★★

Alder pest control Technician Kristin did a great job, very knowledgeable and courteous. Thank you Very good customer service

Reasonable priceMosquito extermination
Jason2 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★★★★★

Clayton does a excellent job when he comes out to do the pest treatment!

Great priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
Sandi4 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 year ago★★★★★

Thank you to Alan. He was very friendly and didn't mind my dogs. They are alot. Lol .

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
BonnieLocal Guide · 41 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 was my technician today and he took the time to do extra things to provide excellent customer service. When we first signed the contract and I had a concern they quickly provided excellent customer service and went to Great Lengths to make sure that I was happy and cared for. Hard to find that kind of customer service these days.

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
Ashley5 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★★★★★

Had a great first time experience with Alder Lest Control. Jeremiah did an awesome job and was very professional.

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination

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Price

$1030% 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 29%Reasonable 63%Overpriced 2%Not sure 6%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Bug & insect extermination264$58–$131
General pest inspection237$58–$133
Hornet & wasp extermination192$79–$246
Spider extermination189$56–$136
Home inspection164$61–$139
Ant extermination159$63–$191
Flea & mite extermination88$78–$282
Rodent extermination77$73–$246

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