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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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Cowleys Pest Services for 8 kinds of job.

Cowleys Pest Services for general pest inspection

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.39
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.97
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.$56–$131
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 “General pest inspection”: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 / 61
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.96%

All 39 Google reviews tagged “General pest inspection”

Koustubh7 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★★★★★

Tim did an excellent job. He was friendly, communicative and proactively supportive.

Paid $200+OverpricedGeneral pest inspection
Jim5 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★★★★★

Russel is very knowledgeable. He is also personable and professional. He is an asset to your company.

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Adam3 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’ve been a customer of Cowley’s almost as long as I’ve been a homeowner, and I’ve never been disappointed by their technicians or their quality of service. Brendan’s work today is no exception. He was thorough and took his time explaining the types of gnats/flies I was seeing in my home, while providing me with…

Great priceGeneral pest inspection
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
MalikaLocal 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 2 months ago★★★★★

Thank you!!

Great priceGeneral pest inspectionService not listed
Harvinder9 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★★★★★

Excellent customer service

Home inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Scott9 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 months ago★★★★★

He is very professional, knowledgeable, and personable. We are glad he represents your company in such an amazing way. He is an asset.

General pest inspection
Lynn6 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★★★★★

Excellent friendly service!

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
adriana11 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★★★★★

Wayne did an awesome job inside and outside our house for insects & bug prevention. Very friendly and professional. Thank you for servicing our home!

Paid $200+Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Storm8 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★★★★★

Wayne was absolutely amazing. He was very thorough, answered all of my questions, very patient and courteous.

Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspection
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
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
Pablo10 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Jajuan was amazing. Very funny, and really knew his stuff. Was very thorough with my house and alleviated all my concerns!

Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspection
MayaLocal 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Luxene did a great job! He was very nice, thorough, clean, & knowledgeable. We really appreciated all he did from start to finish & hope he’s our tech again when it’s time for our next service.

Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspection
Sylvia1 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. · 9 months ago★★★★

The associate was friendly and able to describe in details how the critters entered my attic space. Thank you

Paid $200+Not sureGeneral pest inspectionGeneral wildlife removal
NoraLocal 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

I love Cowleys! We’ve been customers for years and their annual service can’t be beat. Affordable and the best service. Mike, one of the techs, was here today, and just like every Cowley’s tech we’ve ever had, he was delightful, knowledgable, and thorough!

General pest inspection
Lorianne8 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★★★★★

He always stops in and make sure I don’t have any special concerns. Professional and very concerned for my pup’s.

Not sureRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Joanne15 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★★★★★

Mike at Cowley’s Pest Control is the best!

General pest inspection
EddieLocal Guide · 27 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★★★★★

If you have pests this company will solve your problems. Monthly service contract is definitely worth it. They are always so nice and professional to my mom. Keep up the great work Cowley's!

Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
BryanLocal 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. · a year ago★★★★★

Always professional and does a great job taking care of every detail. Love working with Cowleys and Brendan makes the experience even better.

Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
GerryLocal Guide · 114 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★★★★★

Brian was professional and competent. He listened to our questions and checked out our areas of concern. He took his time to investigate/ complete the treatment. All good.

Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionMosquito exterminationBug & insect extermination
JayLocal 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 2 years ago★★★★★

Zach was very professional. Explained situation and how to rectify it. Highly recommend.

Home inspectionGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Cynthia5 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★★★★★

Their bat technicians really know their stuff on fresh bat activity and when and how to properly exclude them.

General pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Value
Mona3 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★★★★★

Very professional and knowledgeable of the service.

Bat exterminationGeneral pest inspectionRodent extermination+ Punctuality+ Professionalism+ Value
LilianaLocal 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Easy and fast to schedule an appointment. Answer the phone quick or call back to re-schedule and always accommodate to my schedule needs. Always on time with shoe covering. Friendly and professional people. Highly recommend Cowleys services.

Bug & insect exterminationGeneral pest inspectionRodent extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Christina3 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★★★★★

Great to experience with Vinnie! He was very detailed and explained all we needed to know.

General pest inspectionSpider extermination+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
Mary1 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★★★★★

Excellent and competent service

General pest inspection
Mark1 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

The gentleman arrived early and was very professional. I asked several questions and he explained the process clearly.

General pest inspection+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Priyanka4 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Reasonable priceSpider exterminationFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Rosa1 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Great priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspection
Brittany3 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Great priceGeneral pest inspection
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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Reasonable priceRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
EvelynLocal 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 year ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
Christina4 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.

Great priceGeneral pest inspection
Andrew14 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.

Paid $200+Great priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Richard13 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.

Reasonable priceHome inspectionTermite inspectionGeneral pest inspection
Irving2 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

General pest inspection+ Professionalism

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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