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Cowleys Pest Services 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%97+52.9Reliability 24%98+23.8Value 14%86+12.2Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 96Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.96SCORE

Cowleys Pest Services

Manville, NJ · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #21Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 70 bee removal services · 5.0★ from 635 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other bee removal 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 momentum; weakest: value.

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.Cowleys Pest Services is better than 97% of bee removal services.A
97
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.Cowleys Pest Services is better than 98% of bee removal services.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.Cowleys Pest Services is better than 100% of bee removal 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.Cowleys Pest Services is better than 86% of bee removal services.A
86
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.Cowleys Pest Services is better than 100% of bee removal 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.Cowleys Pest Services is better than 100% of bee removal services.A
100

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Customers hired Cowleys Pest Services for 8 kinds of job.

Cowleys Pest Services for ant extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.21
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
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.$63–$246
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 85/100.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.#27 / 58
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 21 Google reviews tagged “Ant extermination” · showing 20

RobertLocal 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. · a month ago★★★★★

These folks did a fantastic job again. This is a pest service you can count on. Very professional company

Paid $200+Reasonable priceAnt extermination
Youssef9 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★★★★★

Extremely professional on time very knowledgeable made me and the crew feel safe, uncomfortable given the fact that we’re dealing with multiple snakes, And very accommodating

Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
PattyLocal Guide · 98 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★★★★★

Always very helpful and professional!

Reasonable priceAnt extermination
Gregory7 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★★★★★

Attention to detail and communicated any and all concerns

Paid $200+Reasonable priceAnt extermination
Kristin9 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★★★★★

We had Cowley’s out today for a pest, mosquito and tick treatment. This is the second time Steven has come out and the second time I have had such a positive experience with him. He’s friendly, honest and thorough. He answered all of my questions and explained everything he would be doing (and why he could not spray…

Great priceHome inspectionTermite inspectionGeneral pest inspection
Ann3 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★★★★★

Roland takes his time to locate the problem and does his best to eradicate the issue. He is always professional and I would highly recommend him.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceAnt extermination
SUSAN4 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★★★★★

Technician on time and very professional

Ant extermination
Art4 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★★★★★

Billy was personable, friendly and professional. He called me to let me know that he had arrived. We walked the grounds and I pointed out areas which needed special attention and where the hazards were in my yard. He was non judgmental about the condition of my property and just went about doing a good and through…

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceBee exterminationBug & insect exterminationAnt extermination
Willie11 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★★★★★

Friendly and knowledgeable.

Rodent exterminationTermite inspectionGeneral pest inspection
N.A.2 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★★★★★

Service Professional was informative and took great care inspecting and providing an initial service. I was very happy with the the whole experience.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHome inspectionRodent exterminationSpider extermination
TomLocal Guide · 13 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★★★★★

Lux was very professional and took the time to explain exactly what he was doing and why he was treating the premise the way he did. I was very satisfied with the work Lux did for us and will not hesitate to continue using Cowleys services!

Paid $200+Reasonable priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Very pleased with the service from Cowleys. My technician Billy was punctual, professional, and informative. He communicated the services being provided and was very thorough with his inspection.

Reasonable priceAnt extermination
[email protected]9 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Ants exterminate.

Great priceAnt extermination
Maureen6 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★★★★★

From start to finish Brian was very professional. He was mindful of my home and worked quickly and neatly to take care of my ant problem. I would definitely recommend Cowleys.

Reasonable priceAnt extermination
Janine1 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 years ago★★★★★

Steve was very informative, knowledgeable and very friendly. He really knew what he was doing. I felt like I was in good hands . Thanks to Danielle at the call center for getting me an appointment for the next day..

Ant exterminationBee exterminationHornet & wasp extermination
Charlene5 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 years ago★★★★★

Steve was very knowledgeable and thorough. Very satisfied with the services performed today.

Ant exterminationBee exterminationBug & insect extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Timothy5 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 years ago★★★★★

Roland was on time, efficient, knowledgeable and effective, and a really nice guy on top of that! He took care of the known issues and even discovered and removed a hidden bees nest that we were unaware of. I look forward to working with him going forward!

Ant exterminationBee exterminationBug & insect extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
LiveInTheNow5 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 years ago★★★★★

Did a great job finding the nest of the carpenter ants!!

Ant extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Lia1 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceHome inspectionAnt extermination
Jeanne10 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.

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Price

$282+143% vs typical bee removal 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 18%Reasonable 69%Overpriced 3%Not sure 11%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Home inspection71$56–$141
Rodent extermination45$76–$246
General pest inspection39$56–$131
Bug & insect extermination26$63–$153
General wildlife removal25$214–$426
Hornet & wasp extermination23$124–$323
Ant extermination21$63–$246
Termite inspection16$131–$282

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