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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 bug & insect extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.986
★ 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–$136
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 “Bug & insect 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 / 57
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.99%

All 986 Google reviews tagged “Bug & insect 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
JimLocal Guide · 12 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 days ago★★★★★

Grayson did an excellent job as always. He performed a complete service, cleared away the old cobwebs that were hanging around and nicely left us some glue boards to catch any ants that might be wandering around the area. Completely happy with the service we received from Clear Defense Pest Control.

Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect exterminationService not listed
Mark8 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 days ago★★★★★

Landon provided great service and gave me a summary of the work completed for this visit. Always a pleasure to work with ClearDefense Pest Control

Paid $120–140Bug & insect exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
CJ9 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 days ago★★★★★

Jake was early to appt, very professional and thorough, but also got the job done quickly.

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceBug & insect extermination
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
MarcusLocal 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. · Edited a week ago★★★★★

My man Jake , is the man!! He always do a great job of explaining! He is full of knowledge and solutions. He gives my family and I reassurance and a peace of mind when it comes to no pest intruders. I recommend ClearDefense Pest Control to all my family and friends.

Paid $80–100Great priceHome inspectionRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Lauren2 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★★★★★

Shane at ClearDefense was so helpful and professional! Thanks!!

Great priceBug & insect extermination
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
FeliciaLocal Guide · 33 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 was very impressed with the professionalism from ClearDefense Pest Control. The technician arrived on time, explained the treatment clearly, and did a thorough job removing the pests from our home. Dante knowledge and friendly attitude made the whole experience stress‑free. I appreciated the attention to detail…

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceSpider exterminationBug & insect extermination
JeanineLocal 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. · Edited a week ago★★★★★

Very friendly, sprayed outside and swept for spiders outside, Set new mice traps and sprayed my attic being all the items in it have been removed. Keep me updated through out his visit.

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceBug & insect extermination
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
Michelle4 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★★★★★

I was very happy with Desmond from clear defense pest control. He was very timely, responsive and thorough. He took the time to answer all my questions and even paid special attention to much needed treatment areas. I've been with this company for roughly 7 years and I keep coming back every time because of…

Reasonable priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
EowLaw2 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★★★★★

Thank you for your continued professionalism and amazing service! It’s always a pleasurable interaction collaborating to ensure target areas are maintained.

Great priceMosquito exterminationBug & insect extermination
Kristin6 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★★★★★

Okay, I am not one to write reviews but I am a person who values customer service and with everything being automated and impersonal today I wanted to review ClearDefense Pest Control!! My technician, Sincere, just left and I immediately came to write the review. Why? This is their 2nd time out and whatever they do…

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceBug & insect 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
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
John5 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★★★★★

Jake was prompt and very professional. He explained what he was going to do and performed his work diligently.

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceBug & insect extermination
Genevieve9 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 is our second home cared for by ClearDefense. Landon is personable, thorough, and respectful. I feel good about using this company!

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceBug & insect exterminationMosquito exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

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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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