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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%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 98Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORE

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. · #11Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 70 bee removal services · 5.0★ from 784 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 value; weakest: satisfaction.

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 100% of bee removal services.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.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 general pest inspection

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.79
★ 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.$60–80
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: 90/100.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.#8 / 61
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 79 Google reviews tagged “General pest inspection” · showing 20

ChristinaLocal Guide · 40 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Great experience from start to finish! Customer service is wonderful and the service tech was friendly, professional and thorough. I highly recommend them!

Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
Paulette3 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★★★★★

My technician Russell is exceptional. If I want the absolute best outcome to a problem, he is the man to make that happen.

Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspection
AmirLocal Guide · 263 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★★★★★

I just hired them today 7-13-26 and just Thomas's professionalism and knowledge got me to write a 5 star review. I fired Greenix due to inability to handle my rodent problem on my land aound my house which have borrowed into the ground.

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
KatherineLocal Guide · 6 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★★★★★

We’ve been using Cowleys for about two years now, and have had a great experience. We signed up for one of their plans, and appreciate the ability to call in between scheduled service calls when we have unexpected pest issues. Our initial issues (mice and ants) have largely been resolved, and the regular treatments…

Paid $60–80Great priceHome inspectionRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Arlene2 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★★★★★

Brendan was very friendly and very knowledgeable. He identified the wasp that I found and captured. He was able to answer all my questions about it. He carefully inspected two spots in my yard that have been infested with bees in the past. He assured me that nothing was nesting now, but to be sure to call if I see…

Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
Marian1 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

I Continue to be extremely happy with Cowley’s pest service. In particular, Wayne my technician , is not only friendly and courteous, but extremely knowledgeable and caring. He goes over and above to explain things to you and make sure that you feel secure And pest free. I Highly recommend this company .

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspection
Big5 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★★★★★

Joshua Was great on time and very professional!

Great priceGeneral pest inspection
Hema2 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★★★★★

This is the first time we have used an exterminator for a wasp issue. We signed up for their yearly plan and the service person Billy was very helpful and explained everything in detail and they responded once we contacted them. Before he left he gave me follow up instructions and answered all my questions. I am very satisfied with the service I received.

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Salvatore5 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★★★★★

Cowleys is amazing. Their customer service is the best, and I couldn't ask for better people for them to send out. Tim has honestly made me a customer for life.

Spider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Jo10 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★★★★★

All seemed to go very well. Job was done professionally with a pleasant attitude. We are satisfied. Thank you

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
Mariea10 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★★★★★

Tim was very informative and checked all of our problem areas!

Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
Dawn5 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★★★★★

Cowleys Customer Service is great! Nancy took great care in getting us scheduled for our treatment for ants!

Great priceGeneral pest inspection
KristyLocal 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. · a year ago★★★★★

Dylan was great! He knew so much about all the different kinds of bees and pests. He definitely educated us to where we felt comfortable and had a clear understanding of what we were dealing with. He was very patient and thorough.

Great priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
LLocal Guide · 40 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★★★★★

Wayne was so thorough and explained the whole process for the treatment of our new home. He gave us some good advice about something we hadn't even considered. Total professional and a great representative of Cowleys!

Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
Yaya4 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★★★★★

We called for a rodent and cricket problem. We signed up for the annual plan. The technician Billy arrived today and was extremely thorough and professional. He patiently explained the services he provided and why. We’re very pleased with the service and the company.

Rodent exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Jerome2 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★★★★★

Very knowledgeable, pleasant, and helpful!!!

General pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Jean5 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★★★★★

Professional service. Quick responses. Thorough inspection. It brought peace of mind. And if I have another incident I know I will get the same great response.

General pest inspectionGeneral wildlife removal+ 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★★★★★

Cowleys always does a great professional job!!

Bug & insect exterminationMosquito exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Professionalism
John10 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 years ago★★★★★

I've been using this company for the last 20 years never had a problem always on time. Every Tech that came out was a professional

Bee exterminationBug & insect exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Jenn3 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★★★★★

Cowleys is always extremely responsive to any issues I’m experiencing and it’s very easy to schedule appointments with them. Also their technicians are so kind and friendly and always go the extra mile to address any concerns or provide recommendations. I would recommend them to anyone looking for this service.

General pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism

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Price

$246+112% 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 20%Reasonable 64%Overpriced 3%Not sure 13%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Bug & insect extermination106$63–$153
Home inspection79$56–$141
General pest inspection79$56–$131
Rodent extermination78$76–$246
Hornet & wasp extermination75$124–$323
Ant extermination70$63–$246
Bee extermination53$188–$371
General wildlife removal28$214–$426

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