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Cen-Tex 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%94+51.3Reliability 24%94+22.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%80+5.7Experts Score= 94Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.94SCORE

Cen-Tex Pest Control

Waco, TX · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #80Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 178 pest control services · 4.9★ from 247 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other pest control 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.Cen-Tex Pest Control is better than 94% of pest control services.A
94
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.Cen-Tex Pest Control is better than 94% of pest control services.A
94
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.Cen-Tex Pest Control is better than 100% of pest control 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.Cen-Tex Pest Control is better than 100% of pest control 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.Cen-Tex Pest Control is better than 100% of pest control 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.Cen-Tex Pest Control is better than 80% of pest control services.A
80

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Customers hired Cen-Tex Pest Control for 8 kinds of job.

Cen-Tex Pest Control for hornet & wasp extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.43
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.93
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.$103–$282
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 82/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Hornet & wasp 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.#78 / 141
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 43 Google reviews tagged “Hornet & wasp extermination”

Jessica4 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 week ago★★★★★

I signed up for a year and I love it! Quartly sprays with no hassle. James does a great job everytime! We've had no issues, and in the country, that's rare. We usually get everything out here.

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationAnt extermination
Kurt10 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★★★★★

Jordan was a professional from start to finish. He was very thorough in explaining what treatments he was applying, how long they last and what was their purpose. I highly recommend Jordan and Cen-Tex Pest Control and remember to always support local!

Great priceHornet & wasp extermination
Lee8 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★★★★★

James did an amazing job. Highly recommend!!

Great priceHornet & wasp extermination
Cyndi1 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★★★★★

very friendly, very accomodating did a thorough job. Very pleased

Paid $140–160Great priceHornet & wasp extermination
Carlos2 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★★★★★

Jordan did an excellent job helping us to control ants and other insects around and inside our home. He was very concerned and polite. Highly recommend.

Paid $120–140Great priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp extermination
Lauren3 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★★★★★

We have always gotten great service from Cen-Tex Pest Control, and we had a great experience working with James, especially on this urgent, same-day call for help! Pest control isn't necessarily pleasant, but James sure is

Hornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Lisa7 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★★★★★

I have been using send text pest control for several years. I have problems with large red wasp every time they come and spray I never have any problems afterwards they always do a good job.

Paid $200+Great priceHornet & wasp extermination
Richard5 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★★★★★

Jordan was very professional and did a great job of solving our ant infestation problem

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationAnt extermination
Ruth10 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★★★★★

James was very professional and courteous. This was the initial visit so he made sure I understood the terms and cost etc.

Paid $180–200Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination
Michael7 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★★★★★

We are currently renting and the house we went with was vacant for 6+ months. It was infested with wasp nests, ants and spiders. Brandon was extremely professional, did very thorough and outstanding job clearing out numerous wasp nests, spider webs, and spraying for ants.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Stacy3 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★★★★★

James was very nice! Did everything that was needed! Would recommend!

Paid $140–160Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Duane4 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★★★★★

Great and professional

Paid $200+Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Thomas9 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★★★★★

Centex has consistently done a thorough inspection and treatment of my personal property and business. James Harrell has provided excellent communication while on site and surpassed expecations. Thank you!!

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
Nell7 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★★★

First time to use today. Very courteous and very professional. Bee extermination. If not gone, they will come back in 30 days

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationBee extermination
Yolanda7 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★★★★★

HANDS DOWN THE BEST PEST CONTROL COMPANY EVER As a maintenance director and being in property management for 14 years, I've used several pest control companies all over Waco.... CEN-TEX IS ABSOLUTELY THE BEST.....

Paid $20–40Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationCockroach extermination
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. · Edited 6 months ago★★★★★

I’ve been using Centex since they’ve first opened and will never go with any other company. They are reliable, efficient and truly care about their customers!!

Paid $80–100Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination
ErnestLocal Guide · 87 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★★★★★

Great service and friendly

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
Kristi7 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

James was wonderful, very intuitive, and through with his services. He explained and and answered all questions I had. Price was extremely reasonable for a one time inside/outside for wasps/other country "bugs". If we decide to continue with quartly service, we will call CenTex Pest Control right back out 🙂

Paid $200+Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationCockroach exterminationAnt extermination
Richb24548 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

James did a great and thorough job, thanks!

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHornet & wasp extermination
Dee4 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

James did an excellent job! He was very knowledgeable, and so thorough! He made sure our entire home and yard was treated to our satisfaction, and was so helpful with preventative information. So very happy with his service!

Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationAnt exterminationService not listed
Jackson1 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Have had Cen tex pest control service our 3 properties for the last 4 years and they’ve always done an amazing job and been very accommodating to our needs and circumstances. Highly recommend them!

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceHornet & wasp extermination
Josh3 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Great service as always from the very friendly staff. We sign up for the quarterly service on a year basis.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Katie2 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

James was great and super professional! Got the job done quick and was very thorough. Highly recommend!

Paid $160–180Great priceHornet & wasp extermination
Lisa4 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★★★★★

Jordan sprayed the house real well taking his time. He did the outside also and my yard. Great job and very pleasant. Thanks Jordan and Centex.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationCockroach extermination
BeckyLocal 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 10 months ago★★★★★

James is a professional technician. He explained the various treatments he would be using and examined inside and outside before he began. His treatment of the house was quick and efficient. We will be calling him back for monthly treatments. Five stars!

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationCockroach extermination
Denise1 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Great company. Every serviceman is friendly, does a throughly job, prompt, and they schedule the service in a timing manner.

Paid $200+Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
Tilar1 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Jordan was fantastic, professional, courtious and very helpful. Give him a raise

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Nicole4 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★★★★★

Huge shoutout to Jordan Mulkey — such a nice guy and very professional. The service was quick, easy, and thorough. Really appreciate the great work and peace of mind. Thank you!

Paid $60–80Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationAnt extermination
Debra2 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★★★★★

James was great! He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. He treated our house inside and out in a timely manner. He worked well with our 4 rambunctious dogs, and provided us with all the information we needed to keep them safe from adverse effects from the treatment areas. He said, if we see any live…

Paid $180–200Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationCockroach extermination
Betty6 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★★★★★

We have used Cen-Tex Pest Control for about 5 yrs now, and Brandon has serviced us all this time. Not only is he such a delight to have in our home, he is extremely thorough in his work. Not a big talker--just a dedicated thorough worker. With the roach problem we've had, he looked for ever possible place they…

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationCockroach extermination
John3 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★★★★★

They came out and identified the problem and gave me a set price then we set an appointment to come back for treatment. No high pressure sales job or trying to get you on a monthly contract. Very professional and very polite. I will be using them again. Thanks

Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationAnt exterminationService not listed
mark4 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★★★★★

What a fantastic company! They were on time and very courteous. Passed along valuable information to help me in the future. I will definitely be using them From now on

Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
Brandon6 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 years ago★★★★★

These guys are the best in town! Great customer service. Best of all we have no bugs! Will definitely use these guys for now on!

Ant exterminationBed bug exterminationBee extermination
Dana3 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 months ago★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $180–200Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Brandi5 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $180–200Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Melissa1 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $160–180Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
DIANE1 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $180–200Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Hatch10 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
SarahLocal 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $180–200Reasonable priceHornet & wasp extermination
Clarke3 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Great priceHornet & wasp extermination
Luis3 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $180–200Reasonable priceHornet & wasp extermination
Lance1 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 5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationHornet & wasp extermination
Brandon1 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 5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationBed bug exterminationBee extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

Price

$179+45% vs typical pest control 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 37%Reasonable 59%Overpriced 1%Not sure 4%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Hornet & wasp extermination43$103–$282
Ant extermination40$86–$246
Cockroach extermination34$86–$282
Spider extermination31$73–$166
Bug & insect extermination25$66–$144
General pest inspection23$58–$136
Rodent extermination20$99–$371
Home inspection17$66–$181

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