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Anchor Pest Control

Pest control service · Woodland Park, NJ · reviewed since 2016

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%98+53.5Reliability 24%98+23.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 98Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#50 of 315 pest control servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 84%
5.0 ★★★★★ 3,651 Google reviews · 11 photos
99%five-star reviews
4.98★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0.3%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
98%reviews answered by the owner
$246typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Anchor Pest Control at a glance

Customers frequently praise technicians for their punctuality, knowledge, and ability to explain prevention methods for various pests like rodents, insects, and termites. However, several low-star reviews highlight issues with customer service, including missed appointments, pricing discrepancies between online quotes and in-person estimates, and complaints that some five-star reviews were submitted by employees rather than actual clients.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 3,651 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 3,651 Google reviews (3,572 with written comments, 13 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 2, 2026.
  • Service: Pest Control Service serving Woodland Park, New Jersey.

Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.

Score profile vs other pest control services

Score per factor (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: reliability.

Satisfaction98Reliability98Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 98 (median 94)Reliability: 98 (median 93)Craft & service: 100 (median 96)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 96)
Anchor Pest ControlPest Control Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Anchor Pest Control: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
98
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.Anchor Pest Control: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
98
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Anchor Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.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.Anchor Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Anchor Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.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.Anchor Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
100

Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

3,651 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars3,61999%
  • 4 stars150%
  • 3 stars20%
  • 2 stars20%
  • 1 star130%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 2,500 written reviews

  • Praise1,997100%
  • Complaints90%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price10041%
  • Reasonable10141%
  • Overpriced10%
  • Not sure4318%
$246+117% vs typical pest control services

Middle half of what 93 customers paid ($103–$371) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Quality & results80340%
  • Staff & attitude64632%
  • Speed & response20810%
  • Would recommend1829%
  • Communication1437%
  • Honesty & trust191%
  • Price & value50%

What customers talk about

We read 2,500 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Nic L did an exceptional job treating my home for termites!”
    “Two days ago, an employee came to my house, did a horrible job very quickly, and then asked for my phone for a review.”
  • “Alex does a phenomenal job and he has such a great attitude very friendly!”
  • “Dorian was professional, patient, and nice and treated our yellow jacket issue quickly.”
  • “I would recommend them to anyone who needs to get rid of pests in their home.”
    “Instead, I saw that he gave himself five stars and wrote his name, Nadir, along with "thanks good job.”
  • “He’s incredibly attentive, knowledgeable, and easy to work with.”
  • “Very happy with the service and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable pest control!”
    “I am reporting an ethical violation by your technician who serviced my unit, your employee submitted a fraudulent 5-star Google review in my name.”
  • “Reasonable price and clean work.”
    “I believe it costs $147 give or take for pest control.”

People customers mention

  • Alex 248 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Anchor Pest Control for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Jessica2 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 days ago★★★★★

Justin was amazing! He was so knowledgeable and he was great with the kids watching through the window! He put on a show for them with the bees and his bee suit! Would highly recommend Justin and his company.

Paid $200+Great priceHornet & wasp extermination
Yoltzin4 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★★★★★

Andrew came by my house because of a mice problem, he was super nice and helpful. He was very knowledgeable and helpful in explaining how to help get rid of mice and how to keep them out. Super duper informative and helped put us at ease, couldn’t recommend him more!

Paid $200+Great priceRodent extermination
Gail13 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★★★★★

Rene p was absolutely awesome. He found my beetle problem right away. Thank you Rene!!

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
Scott7 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Great experience with Anchor Pest Control! Andrew L. was professional, knowledgeable, and did an excellent job. Very happy with the service and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable pest control!

Paid $200+Reasonable price
Luis1 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Andrew L. Came by and was very informative on feed back to keep rodents away. Complete walkthrough and highlighted Key points to help keep pests away.

Paid $200+Not sureRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
Denise2 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★★★★★

Thank you, Anchor for sending Andrew L. to do the treatment in our home! Andrew was knowledgeable and help us find the best plan of action for our new home!

Paid $200+Reasonable priceFlea & mite exterminationMosquito extermination

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 3,651 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

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Aisha KhanLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Aisha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service and they get rid of the problem! Alex does a phenomenal job and he has such a great attitude very friendly! I would recommend them to anyone who needs to get rid of pests in their home.

Tasleem Khan
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Alex was great help the family out and very polite

Ahmad Khan3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ahmad has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Alex roach clean out was excellent very effective best in pest

Juana Chic
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Alex was great and very helpful

MELINDA ARIAS QUINNLocal Guide · 26 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews MELINDA has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Andrew L. Did an amazing job, friendly and well versed! Helped me with my problem and pointed out the cause! Thank you, I want him to be my technician.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Rodent extermination
  • Pest type: Rodents
Response from the owner · 15 hours ago

Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Andrew L. provided friendly, knowledgeable service and took the time to identify the cause of your problem. We’re glad he made such a great impression, and we’ll be sure to pass along your request to have him as your regular technician. Thank you for trusting Anchor Pest Control! Refer a friend or family member and earn a $100 referral bonus!

Thyanco Detailing2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Thyanco has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Franco came into my apartment last friday and he did a good job!

Response from the owner · 15 hours ago

Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re glad to hear that Franco provided great service during his visit to your apartment. We truly appreciate your support and your trust in Anchor Pest Control! Refer a friend or family member and earn a $100 referral bonus!

Dave Lowery1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Dave has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Dorian was professional, patient, and nice and treated our yellow jacket issue quickly.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Hornet & wasp extermination
  • Pest type: Other
Response from the owner · 15 hours ago

Thank you for the great feedback! We’re happy to hear that Dorian provided professional, patient, and friendly service while promptly addressing your yellow jacket issue. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him. Thank you for trusting Anchor Pest Control! Refer a friend or family member and earn a $100 referral bonus!

Danielle Drozdek10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Danielle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Nic Laguardia from Anchor Pest Control is the best! He’s incredibly attentive, knowledgeable, and easy to work with.

Response from the owner · 15 hours ago

Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that Nic made such a positive impression with his attentiveness, knowledge, and excellent customer service. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him. Thank you for choosing Anchor Pest Control! Refer a friend or family member and earn a $100 referral bonus!

Lois Roberts2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lois has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Nick is the best, thorough and patient.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $200+
  • Services: Rodent extermination
  • Pest type: Rodents
Response from the owner · 15 hours ago

Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re glad to hear that Nick provided thorough and patient service. We’re lucky to have dedicated technicians like him on our team. Thank you for trusting Anchor Pest Control! Refer a friend or family member and earn a $100 referral bonus!

Cliff WallLocal Guide · 6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cliff has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Andrew was very helpful. He took care of the dead rodent, upgraded the traps, and explained how I could prevent them from entering.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Rodent extermination
  • Pest type: Rodents
Response from the owner · 3 days ago

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad Andrew was helpful, handled the rodent issue, upgraded your traps, and provided helpful advice on preventing future entry. We appreciate his dedication and your trust in Anchor Pest Control! Refer a friend or family member and earn a $100 referral bonus!

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