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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 home inspection

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.80
★ 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.$60–80
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$56–$141
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 “Home 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.#6 / 52
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 80 Google reviews tagged “Home inspection” · showing 20

Ang6 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★★★★★

I highly recommend using Cowleys Pest service. Russell was top notch. He did a very detailed survey of all parts of the house and exterior. He explained what he found , what the plan was and put it in place. Hard working, very efficient and a walking encyclopedia of critters. A real asset to the company and a super…

Reasonable priceHome inspection
TalalLocal Guide · 10 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★★★★★

I called Cowley’s after I heard scampering noises in my ceilings. Stephon thoroughly reviewed my home for possible signs of wildlife having made their way in. My issue ultimately ended up not being a wildlife one but Stephon was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful in allowing me to asses the best path forward for me.

Home inspection
David12 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★★★★★

Awesome work

Home inspectionRodent exterminationSpider extermination
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
MartyLocal Guide · 827 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★★★★★

Timely professional friendly I am glad I use this company. They have explained potential issues and rectified any problems I currently have. Just don't answer their scheduling texts as they do not reply to them ever.

Ant exterminationBug & insect exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
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
Sandor2 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★★★★★

Lux was on time ,cordial and very knowledgeable on the issues I had discussed.He placed and checked the attic,kitchen area,garage,basement and outside of my townhome to place the traps.He explained that in a couple of weeks he will return and check all traps for rodents .Also,check for any other issues like entry…

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHome inspectionRodent extermination
Jacqueline2 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★★★★★

Awesome job! Great worker and cares!

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHome inspectionRodent extermination
David8 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★★★★★

Lux went above and beyond to take care of our bee infestation. He was professional and super nice to boot. Would ask for him again!

Home inspectionBee extermination
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
Krystal3 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★★★★★

Russell provides excellent service

Paid $20–40Great priceHome 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
Stacey8 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★★★★★

He was courteous and attentive to detail.

Reasonable priceHome inspectionSpider extermination
Michelle8 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★★★★★

Have always had great techs. Stephon and Leonard were both professional and knowledgeable!

Great priceHome inspection
johnLocal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Cowleys is absolutely excellent They know their stuff, are easy to work with, and their business processes are exceptional, scheduling is always super easy. They always give me a heads up, and everyone i've worked with has been friendly informative and excellent!

Reasonable priceHome inspection
Barb1 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Cowleys did a great job! So personable, efficient and knowledgeable!

Great priceHome inspection
Michael5 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★★★★★

Very knowledgeable and professional, highly recommend

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
J5 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★★★★★

Very knowledgeable & great customer service!

Home inspection
doug12 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 prompt and knowledgeable

Home inspection
meryl6 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★★★★★

Pete did a thorough job of taking care of our oroblem

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceHome inspection

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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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