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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+7.1Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 98Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORE

ClearDefense Pest Control

Richmond, VA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #23Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 73 rodent control · 5.0★ from 5,461 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other rodent control (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: value 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.ClearDefense Pest Control is better than 98% of rodent control.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.ClearDefense Pest Control is better than 98% of rodent control.A
98
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.ClearDefense Pest Control is better than 99% of rodent control.A
99
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.ClearDefense Pest Control is better than 100% of rodent control.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.ClearDefense Pest Control is better than 100% of rodent control.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.ClearDefense Pest Control is better than 100% of rodent control.A
100

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Customers hired ClearDefense Pest Control for 8 kinds of job.

ClearDefense Pest Control for ant extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.981
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.99
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.$58–$173
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 99/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Ant 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.#1 / 58
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.99%

All 981 Google reviews tagged “Ant extermination” · showing 20

EricLocal Guide · 16 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 days ago★★★★★

Clear defense pest control has been a great company to work with. They are very professional and have gone above and beyond at every visit. Landon has been very easy to work with, very polite and very thorough.

Reasonable priceAnt exterminationCockroach exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Quality+ Professionalism
Sue10 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 days ago★★★★★

ClearDefense Pest Control was excellent. The technician, Michael completed our quarterly service and monthly flea/tick/mosquito service promptly and thoroughly. I continue to highly recommend ClearDefense Pest Control!

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
Janese10 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★★★★★

Landon completed our service today and he was awesome. He was very attentive to detail and made sure we were satisfied before he left. I would highly recommend clear defense!

Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationMosquito extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Philip8 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★★★★★

ClearDefense technician Dashawn Eanes was friendly, professional and thorough in the service he provided. The service was conducted and completed in a reasonable time.

Paid $180–200Reasonable priceSpider exterminationMosquito exterminationBug & insect extermination+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Edward3 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★★★★★

Desmond was on time to our residence and went immediately to work after I signed his contract with Clear Defense. We had this company a couple of years ago but my wife wanted a cheaper price with a different company. Wrong move! Desmond was friendly, courteous, knowledgeable, and professional. I highly…

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceRodent exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
Joseph3 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★★★★★

Very great team of Kevin Kirby came by and serviced my home today! Very courteous, respectful and fast! Had my home done in 20 mins, including my garage and Florida room!

Paid $60–80Great priceAnt exterminationBug & insect exterminationCockroach extermination+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
Kennon7 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★★★★★

John from ClearDefense Pest Control serviced our home last week. Great experience! He phoned several minutes before arrival, and when he got her, he was respectful, efficient, and engaging. Great Work

Paid $180–200Not sureSpider exterminationBug & insect exterminationAnt extermination
DIONE8 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★★★★★

This service was right on time. We haven’t seen any bugs of any kind since we started. The professionalism from this company is appreciated.. special shout to our Tech Kyle

Reasonable priceAnt extermination+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Nancy3 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★★★★★

Bryan was very professional and courteous. I especially liked that the job was completed quickly and the results have been great. I would definitely recommend ClearDefense for anyone needing pest control in New Kent.

Great priceGeneral pest inspectionMosquito exterminationBug & insect extermination
Kerrell6 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 3 weeks ago★★★★★

I have had a contract with ClearDefense Pest Control for a years. The customer service that they provide is second to none. My latest experience was with Landon. He was very pleasant and knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to make sure that my home was properly treated. I really did appreciate his effort. Thank you.

Reasonable priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

A few Weeks ago Kyle from ClearDefense Pest Control came by my house to deal with some ants. He was incredibly nice, accommodating, and quick. We haven't seen any ants since his visit!

Great priceAnt extermination
anne13 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 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Again, Clear Defense provided excellent service! Explained things thoroughly and professionally. Love these guys!!!

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Value
Courtney7 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 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Eric was very professional: friendly, thorough and detail-oriented. Thank you!

Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect exterminationAnt extermination+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
MelissaLocal Guide · 51 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 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Top service from Ryan and Kyle today, they were polite, thorough and respectful. They made sure to target all of our problem areas and took his time spraying the outside of our home for mosquitoes and ticks. He also made sure there were no cobwebs in sight. We highly recommend clear defense pest control.

Paid $100–120Great priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
JoyLocal Guide · 24 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 3 weeks ago★★★★★

5/5 Stars - 10/5 - Shawn did a great job. He listened to my instructions and followed them as requested. Clear Defense always gives outstanding customer service! 5/5 Stars - 9/15 - We continue to be clients without question because your customer service is outstanding! Michael and David came yesterday for the…

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
Rebekah6 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 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Ryan with ClearDefense pest control came out to spray for mosquitos today. As usual he was thorough and professional. He even knocked down cobwebs in my shop. Thanks Ryan and thank you clear defense see you guys next mont? ..

Reasonable priceAnt exterminationFlea & mite exterminationHome inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Corydon3 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 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Bryan did a great job

Paid $140–160Not sureHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
Ron2 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 weeks ago★★★★★

On time, fast, professional, courteous, friendly. Dante is always friendly and courteous, thanks Dante Sonnier.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceCockroach exterminationBug & insect exterminationAnt extermination
LucyLocal Guide · 28 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Dante S. was professional, friendly, and informative.

Paid $40–60Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
missy3 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★★★★★

Thank you for quick and great service. Jake has excellent customer service skills. Cleardefense Pest control is amazing!

Not sureAnt extermination

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Price

$113+5% vs typical rodent control

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 32%Reasonable 62%Overpriced 1%Not sure 5%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
General pest inspection1151$50–$119
Spider extermination1130$86–$181
Ant extermination977$58–$173
Bug & insect extermination974$58–$136
Mosquito extermination826$58–$103
Hornet & wasp extermination661$83–$199
Cockroach extermination467$83–$214
Rodent extermination391$96–$323

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