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Cook's 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%92+50.2Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%79+5.6Craft & service penalty96−0.4Experts Score= 92Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.92SCORE

Cook's Pest Control

Decatur, AL · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #61Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 109 flea exterminators · 4.9★ from 998 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: value and momentum; 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.Cook's Pest Control is better than 92% of flea exterminators.A
92
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.Cook's Pest Control is better than 91% of flea exterminators.A
91
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.Cook's Pest Control is better than 96% of flea exterminators.A
96
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.Cook's Pest Control is better than 100% of flea exterminators.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.Cook's 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.Cook's Pest Control is better than 79% of flea exterminators.B
79

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Cook's Pest Control for 8 kinds of job.

Cook's Pest Control for spider extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.134
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.96
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$80–100
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$56–$136
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 86/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Spider 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.#29 / 87
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 134 Google reviews tagged “Spider extermination” · showing 20

Jeremy3 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Our technician Denise is always willing to accommodate to what we need, always polite, very thorough, does not rush and makes sure everything is done correct, trustworthy. She is the reason we still use the service.

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Jessie10 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Bryan was extremely thorough with the brown recluse service, answered all my questions, and is very knowledgeable.

Reasonable priceSpider extermination
Richard4 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 months ago★★★★★

Technician performed the required task in a timely manner, extremely efficient and demonstrated a high degree of professionalism.

Paid $60–80Not sureHome inspectionSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Kenneth3 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 months ago★★★★★

My Tech Adam is the best.

Ant exterminationBed bug exterminationBee extermination
Teresa2 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 months ago★★★★★

The technician was able to answer all of my questions and concerns. He was very helpful and knowledgeable about the process of termite removal.

Paid $20–40Reasonable priceRodent exterminationTermite exterminationSpider extermination
Mary8 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★★★★★

Professional and accommodating technicians

Ant exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Tina6 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★★★★★

Our service technician is always friendly, respectful, and professional. He communicates well about the services performed. We are very pleased.

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceBug & insect exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationMosquito extermination+ Quality
AmandaLocal Guide · 34 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 have known Your company for years and now using you for my insect problem is working Excellent. The quality is very good and your on time and the people are very Friendly.

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceRodent exterminationTermite inspectionTermite extermination
RussLocal Guide · 39 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★★★★★

Absolutely awesome service.

Paid $100–120Great priceSpider exterminationBug & insect extermination
BeazLocal 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 months ago★★★★★

Chris is thorough and does a great job. We appreciate his hard work!

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
MarkLocal Guide · 31 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 months ago★★★★★

Great job and always friendly

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceAnt exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Professionalism
Barbara8 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 7 months ago★★★★★

Chris who does my pest control work is superb!

Spider extermination
Debra7 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 9 months ago★★★★★

Always the best!

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceHome inspectionTermite inspectionSpider extermination
SusanLocal Guide · 15 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★★★★★

Our Cook's technician provides very thorough monthly services. Really like her and service is effective!

Paid $20–40Great priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Jennifer6 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★★★★★

Great service! They listen to my concerns, are targeted everything I told them about. They also informed me about whats going on, what spray targets what and created a plan to help me in my situation. Definitely recommend

Paid $180–200Reasonable priceRodent exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
JenniferLocal 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

We use cooks for all our pest control needs and are very satisfied. Their technicians are excellent.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHome inspectionTermite inspectionSpider extermination
AdolphLocal Guide · 15 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 job!!!

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceBug & insect exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Vickie7 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★★★★★

Peyton did a good job explaining all of the services - the paperwork was clear. The techs did outstanding job the day of services. Thank you!

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationTermite extermination
Roxanne7 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★★★★★

Technician meticulously sweeps webs and sprays perimeter of home. Our home is virtually insect pest free.

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceAnt exterminationFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
BLocal Guide · 4 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★★★★

When Randall doesn't do my house inside and outside, the others only spray outside making all spiders, ants, and other bugs run inside my house. This is unsatisfied for me, I pay for an full treatment and those other people don't do that. If Randall can't do my house, don't send anyone else. Those others need more…

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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 18%Reasonable 74%Overpriced 1%Not sure 7%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Home inspection205$61–$139
Bug & insect extermination201$58–$131
Termite inspection190$71–$214
General pest inspection173$58–$133
Spider extermination133$56–$136
Rodent extermination119$73–$246
Termite extermination114$93–$371
Hornet & wasp extermination112$79–$246

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