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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%93+50.7Reliability 24%92+22.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 94Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.94SCORE

Dave's Pest Control - Longwood

Sanford, FL · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #77Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 178 pest control services · 4.9★ from 1,156 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other pest control 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: reliability.

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.Dave's Pest Control - Longwood is better than 93% of pest control services.A
93
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.Dave's Pest Control - Longwood is better than 92% of pest control services.A
92
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.Dave's Pest Control - Longwood is better than 100% of pest control 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.Dave's Pest Control - Longwood is better than 100% of pest control 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.Dave's Pest Control - Longwood is better than 100% of pest control 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.Dave's Pest Control - Longwood is better than 100% of pest control services.A
100

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Dave's Pest Control - Longwood for 8 kinds of job.

Dave's Pest Control - Longwood for cockroach extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.49
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.96
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.$86–$282
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 86/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Cockroach 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.#28 / 127
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.96%

All 49 Google reviews tagged “Cockroach extermination”

Paula11 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★★★★★

Jeremy did a great job!👏

Home inspectionCockroach extermination
HilaryLocal 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Jeremy has been taking care of my apartment since I moved in. I do not take to critters well and he is sure to follow up on any concerns and set a plan to make sure we prevent the problems from continuing. Thank you!

Cockroach exterminationBug & insect extermination
Jonathan7 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 weeks ago★★★★★

He listened to every concern I had and went above and beyond arises was very great at explaining all the process and also very good at explaining the things that he was doing as he went through everything.

Paid $200+Great priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
Tony2 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★★★★★

Seana Odom is very sweet and very thorough I would recommend her to anyone

Spider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionCockroach extermination
Steve4 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★★★★★

Good service. Technician was knowledgeable and answered all questions. Moved appliances as necessary and put back in place. Technician was very courteous. Look forward to seeing him again.

Reasonable priceHome inspectionCockroach extermination
JacquelineLocal Guide · 12 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★★★

I have been with Dave's since September. I killed two roaches in the past 12 hours. I have spent thousands with them, and still have as many roaches as when i started. I guess i should be thankful the issue disnt get worse, but i really expected it to be eliminated. I would have left by now but they make you sign…

Paid $200+OverpricedCockroach exterminationAnt extermination
EDWINLocal Guide · 52 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★★★★★

Jeremy is a Good person good service

Not sureCockroach extermination
MARTHA12 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★★★★★

Jeremy is a good person, good service, i am happy

Not sureCockroach extermination
ÁngelLocal Guide · 33 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★★★★★

Jeremy was polite and very professional. Curious and knowledgeable. Very happy with his service. I would like him to continue to return to my home. Excellent person.

Great priceGeneral pest inspectionCockroach extermination
Edgardo1 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. · Edited 2 months ago★★★★★

Jeremy it’s very knowledgeable and amazing!

Home inspectionGeneral pest inspectionCockroach extermination
mark5 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★★★★★

Arius was the technician and called me early which I like and was 15 minutes away. Very courteous and professional and would like him to be my service tech going forward if possible.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionCockroach exterminationBug & insect extermination
MargotLocal 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Trying out Dave’s Pest Control. Arius came out today to treat. He was friendly, clean and efficient. Excited for good service. We had terrible luck with the larger company that starts with an O Here’s to Dave!

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationCockroach extermination
Hubba5 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★★★★★

Arius was knowledgeable and very professional. He provided excellent service today ensuring we have full coverage against ants or roaches!

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionCockroach exterminationAnt extermination
Chelsy4 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 months ago★★★★★

Very nice technician, very informative and communicative.

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspectionCockroach extermination
Kathryn3 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★★★★★

So Far We have had accurate information and a successful experience. It’s Our 2 cnd opportunity to have Dave’s Pest Control to do our Homes. He started doing our Home years ago and we were very satisfied. We moved away but our Family members continue to use the services over several years as the company has grown.…

Paid $200+Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionCockroach exterminationBug & insect extermination
Rose9 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★★★★★

Arius Mijahuanca was very polite curtious and professional. Very knowledgeable and thorough. 👍🙂💯

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHome inspectionCockroach extermination
Megan15 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★★★★★

Ben was great! He showed up on time and explained the process then got to work. I was so impressed! Thank you Ben!

Paid $60–80Great priceSpider exterminationCockroach extermination
Terrance6 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★★★★★

I had great experience with a person named Arius Alexander. Highly recommend to him!!

Paid $1–20Great priceHome inspectionMosquito exterminationCockroach extermination
Melanie4 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★★★★★

MARK WALSH DID A GREAT JOB AT OUR HOUSE! WOULD LIKE TO SEE HIM BACK!

Great priceCockroach extermination
LeslieLocal Guide · 14 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 8 months ago★★★★★

I have been using Dave’s Pest Control for quite awhile. My technician Seana, is top notch. She always texts me so I know when she will arrive. She is professional, caring. She greets both me and my father with a smile. Seana, addresses any issues that I might have had the previous months. Since using Dave’s I…

Cockroach exterminationMosquito extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Paul2 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★★★★★

Seana does a great job every time. She is very thorough and the quarterly preventive techniques are effective. I highly recommend Dave's Pest Control for anyone living in Central Florida.

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceRodent exterminationFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Mary9 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★★★★★

I live in a condo that was full of cockroaches when we moved in. It has taken a while, but Dave's Pest has gotten them under control. Very impressed by every technician....very thorough and respectful ......especially Ben McGowen. I would definitely recommend Dave's Pest. I marked 200+ because I have a yearly contract.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceCockroach extermination
AlexLocal Guide · 33 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★★★★★

Brian was very knowledgeable about the services offered and was very efficient about getting our service started. Walked me through every step and was a big help, thanks again! Mark Walsh was great and very knowledgeable, would like to see him back!

Paid $200+Cockroach extermination
D9 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★★★★★

Friendly and efficient, a pleasure to work with.

Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionCockroach extermination
EdimirLocal Guide · 8 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★★★★★

I’m extremely satisfied with the service provided by Arius from Dave’s Pest Control. From start to finish, he was professional, knowledgeable, and very attentive. Most importantly, the products he used were highly effective—after the treatment, all insects and cockroaches were completely gone. Arius explained…

Great priceHome inspectionTermite inspectionGeneral pest inspection
Brunileen2 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★★★★★

Jeremy, was very helpful and knowledgeable of his job.

Cockroach extermination
JessicaLocal Guide · 18 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 10 months ago★★★★★

Jeremy was great! Extremely thorough, professional & respectful. Update - Jeremy mentioned that within 2-4 weeks the entire infestation would be gone along with any activity. Within 2 weeks, we stopped seeing any activity & still have yet to see anything. Thank you!!!!

Cockroach extermination
Nguyễn1 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. · Edited 11 months ago★★★★★

The person named Jeremy Terry came and did the spray. Good service, but the best part is he respects the privacy and cleanliness (wore shoes cover when entering out apt, and did not get into places with door closed) Services provided by the management office so no cost to us

Paid $1–20Great priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspectionCockroach extermination
Tori4 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★★★★★

Mark Walsh did an awesome job, and was very knowledgeable. We would love to have him back in the future!

Great priceHome inspectionCockroach exterminationAnt extermination
D2 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★★★★★

Jeremy Terry at Dave's pest control did a fantastic job. Was very informative and patient, explaining in detail about the steps needed to take and plans to execute. Started to see changes within a week. Would recommend 100%

Great priceHome inspectionCockroach exterminationBug & insect extermination
JessicaLocal Guide · 11 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★★★★★

I was having so many issues with all these little pests in my new apartment and it was driving me crazy! I called Dave’s Pest Control and the very next day they sent Brian Townsend to my apartment. I told him everything I had been seeing and dealing with and he asked me some follow up questions while walking through…

Paid $100–120Great priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationMosquito extermination
Conta2 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★★★★★

Jeremy just left my apartment and hes awesome. Besides giving us lots of tips. Definitely recommended.

General pest inspectionCockroach extermination
Paige6 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★★★★★

Mark Walsh was very personable and friendly. He did an amazing job both inside and out!

Paid $180–200Great priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionCockroach extermination
Angelica1 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. · a year ago★★★★★

Mark Walsh did a fantastic job on our inspection ! I hope to see him back again soon !

Reasonable priceHome inspectionCockroach extermination
Daphne5 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★★★★★

Jeremy was super friendly & very attentive. Even taught me the difference of other insects. Knowledgeable & easy to talk too

Home inspectionGeneral pest inspectionCockroach extermination
Brad1 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. · a year ago★★★★★

We’ve had Dave’s pest control for over two years and are very happy with them. We’ve had the same technician Ben McGowan for over a year and he has always been very professional and takes his time spraying our property thoroughly inside and out. Other than when extreme summer rains bring some bugs out, we always see…

Reasonable priceHome inspectionRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Christian2 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★★★★★

Came in was quick and precise and gave good tips how to to prevent and get rid of

Cockroach extermination
Jude5 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★★★★★

I want to thank Jeremy Terry for taking time out to explain to us what to do to make sure that these pest do not come back. He took his time to treat the areas, explained to us why we were having problems, and gave us a good tips to continue seeing progress. He really care about his job and making sure that the…

Great priceCockroach extermination
Albert5 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★★★★★

Mark Walsh came by and did a great job on our ants.

Home inspectionCockroach exterminationAnt extermination
Howard10 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★★★★★

Mark was extremely helpful!

Cockroach exterminationBug & insect extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
AnitaLocal Guide · 30 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★★★★★

Always goes above and beyond!

Cockroach extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
JennaLocal 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I called around several pest control places and ended up choosing Dave’s Pest Control. Seana was my technician and she was very thorough and professional. Highly recommend!

Cockroach exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Professionalism
Bill2 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★★★★★

I have always been very happy with the services performed by Seana. She has always been very helpful and efficient. And I recommend her to all my neighbors and used her at my Bakery as well.

Ant exterminationBug & insect exterminationCockroach extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
SeanLocal Guide · 203 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 years ago★★★★★

Dave and his team at ProGuard Solutions are by far the best around! After our move to Florida, we requested an inspection and treatment plan from them and we were not disappointed. Dave, the owner, showed up personally to walk us through our home and identify issues and then provided very reasonable solutions for…

Bee exterminationCockroach exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Brennaa week ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspectionCockroach extermination
nathan7 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceCockroach extermination
Staci2 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.

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceCockroach exterminationBug & insect extermination
cesar3 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.

Home inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationCockroach extermination
Nadine5 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.

Cockroach extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

Price

$88-29% vs typical pest control 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 35%Reasonable 53%Overpriced 1%Not sure 11%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Home inspection135$66–$181
General pest inspection113$58–$136
Bug & insect extermination61$66–$144
Cockroach extermination49$86–$282
Ant extermination40$86–$246
Hornet & wasp extermination34$103–$282
Rodent extermination33$99–$371
Termite inspection17$106–$323

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