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Cook's Pest Control

Pest control service · Rossville, TN · 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%89+48.5Reliability 24%89+21.6Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%88+6.2Craft & service penalty88−1.2Experts Score= 89Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.89SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#75 of 100 ant exterminatorsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 25%
4.9 ★★★★★ 550 Google reviews · 10 photos
93%five-star reviews
4.90★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.3%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.
83%reviews answered by the owner
$103typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Cook's Pest Control at a glance

Customers consistently praise the thoroughness of on-site inspections, punctuality, and the detailed explanations provided by technicians regarding pest identification and treatment. Many highlight long-term satisfaction with the company's effectiveness in eliminating insects and rodents. However, lower-rated reviews identify recurring issues with office staff responsiveness, perceived rudeness during billing inquiries, and unexpected cancellation fees, contrasting with the generally positive field service experiences.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 550 reviews (93% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 550 Google reviews (262 with written comments, 1 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 83% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 9, 2026.
  • Service: Ant Exterminator serving Rossville, Tennessee.

Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.

Score profile vs other ant exterminators

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: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction89Reliability89Craft & service88Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews88Satisfaction: 89 (median 95)Reliability: 89 (median 94)Craft & service: 88 (median 97)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 88 (median 95)
Cook's Pest ControlAnt Exterminators 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.Cook's Pest Control: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
89
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: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
89
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.Cook's Pest Control: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
88
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: 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.Cook's 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.Cook's Pest Control: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
88

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Star ratings

550 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars50993%
  • 4 stars275%
  • 3 stars20%
  • 2 stars31%
  • 1 star92%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 262 written reviews

  • Praise31597%
  • Complaints93%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price2421%
  • Reasonable8674%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure76%
$103+11% vs typical ant exterminators

Middle half of what 71 customers paid ($79–$119) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude11836%
  • Quality & results8225%
  • Speed & response4815%
  • Communication247%
  • Would recommend227%
  • Price & value165%
  • Honesty & trust144%

What customers talk about

We read 262 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “He was very professional, friendly and went above and beyond both indoors and outdoors.”
  • “Technician did a thorough job, checked and treated all around the home and even upstairs on our deck.”
  • “The service technician arrived on time and did a thorough inspection, according to the tenant.”
  • “He explained thing to us, even the different type of spiders.”
  • “He is kind, thoughtful and thorough…definitely worthy of 5 stars!”
  • “I have found Cooks pest control to be very responsive and reasonable!”
    “…nd couldn’t afford if they come out and they want to charge me a $200 fee to cancel my contract with them that they didn’t say anything about when I w…”
  • “There is no other company I would trust more with my home & health.”

People customers mention

  • Cooks 19 reviews
  • Memphis 5 reviews
  • Chris 4 reviews
  • Landon 3 reviews
  • Technician 3 reviews
  • Jordan 3 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

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

Recent priced reviews

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. · Edited a day ago★★★★★

Technician did a thorough job, checked and treated all around the home and even upstairs on our deck.

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceTermite inspectionSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Christi7 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★★★★★

We have an insect problem. It will take Cooks to fix this problem. They do not disappoint.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceCockroach extermination
SandyLocal 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 a month ago★★★★★

Ashton took care of my immediate concern. Great service from Cook’s Pest Control of Memphis. I like the monthly service. I like that the tech calls me the day before, to let me know he will be here the next day. I like the products used around my home. I like the ease of paying my monthly bill, and checking my…

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
TerryLocal Guide · 19 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★★★★★

I appreciate Alex. He is very professional and thorough. I am extremely satisfied with the service

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Melanie2 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★★★★★

William always arrives early with a smile! He’s very knowledgeable about the different kinds of ants and other pests. After spraying, my husband and I have not seen one ant. William seems very excited and confident about his work! CONGRATS WILLIAM 🎖️🎖️

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationTermite inspectionGeneral pest inspection
Gwen8 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★★★★★

Cook’s Pest Control Stan’s by their service agreement. Device Technicians are very professional and knowledgeable.

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceRodent extermination

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 550 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Shirley HaleyLocal Guide · 40 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Shirley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent, professional service always!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Termite inspection
  • Pest type: Termites
Kathy AndersonLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kathy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great job no more pest!

  • Positive: Responsiveness, Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism, Value
  • Services: Spider extermination, Cockroach extermination
Response from the owner · Edited 22 hours ago

Hi Kathy, thank you so much for the 5-star review and for sharing that the pests are gone! That is exactly the result we love to hear, and your kind words mean a lot to the team.

Erik DominguezLocal Guide · 39 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Erik has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service!

Response from the owner · Edited 23 hours ago

Hi Erik, thank you so much for the 5-star review! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Scott Ethridge7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Scott has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Technician did a thorough job, checked and treated all around the home and even upstairs on our deck.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $100–120
  • Services: Termite inspection, Spider extermination, General pest inspection
Response from the owner · Edited 22 hours ago

Hi Scott, thank you for the 5-star rating and for sharing that your technician was so thorough, checking and treating all around your home and even up on the deck. Your review means a lot to the team!

Marsha LeeLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Marsha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Charles and Landon seemed to work steadily to complete their work.

  • Services: Termite inspection, Spider extermination
Response from the owner · 23 hours ago

Hi Marsha, thank you so much for the 5-star review and for calling out Charles and Landon by name! It's great to hear they worked steadily to get everything done for you, and your kind words mean a lot to the team.

Patricia Gray13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Patricia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We have used Cook's for years and have been completely satisfied with the service.

  • Services: Termite inspection
  • Pest type: Termites
Response from the owner · 4 days ago

Hi Patricia, a 5-star rating from a long-time customer really does mean the world to us! We appreciate you taking the time to share your kind words, and we look forward to continuing to serve you for many more years to come.

Peggy Burross3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Peggy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The service technician arrived on time and did a thorough inspection, according to the tenant.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Termite inspection
  • Pest type: Termites
Response from the owner · 4 days ago

Hi Peggy, thank you so much for the 5-star review! It's great to hear that the technician arrived on time and carried out a thorough inspection, and we really appreciate you taking the time to share this.

Christi Morton7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Christi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We have an insect problem. It will take Cooks to fix this problem. They do not disappoint.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $140–160
  • Services: Cockroach extermination
  • Pest type: Cockroaches
Response from the owner · 4 days ago

Hi Christi, it means so much to hear that we could come through for you when you needed help with your insect problem, and that 5-star rating truly reflects what we hope every visit feels like. Your review means a lot to the team, and we genuinely appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

KCosLocal Guide · 27 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews KCos has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

5 !!!! Pest control companies came to my house before uou couldn’t find issue. Kyle came found it. Charles came found the problem and provided advice to remedy

Response from the owner · 5 days ago

Hi KCos, thank you so much for the 5-star review and for sharing your experience with Kyle and Charles! It's great to hear they were able to track down the issue and give you the guidance you needed. Your review means a lot to the team.

Khristopher TLocal Guide · 23 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Khristopher has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Ashton was great! He explained thing to us, even the different type of spiders. Great guy with awesome customer service. Highly recommend

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Rodent extermination, Spider extermination
Response from the owner · 5 days ago

Hi Khristopher, it's wonderful to hear that Ashton delivered such a thorough and knowledgeable experience, right down to explaining the different types of spiders! Thank you for the 5-star rating and for taking the time to share your feedback, it truly means a lot to the team.

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