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Family Pest Control

Pest control service · San Antonio, TX · reviewed since 2016

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%91+22.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 94Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.94SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#75 of 186 wildlife removal servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 60%
4.9 ★★★★★ 941 Google reviews · 22 photos
95%five-star reviews
4.96★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
89%reviews answered by the owner
$121typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Family Pest Control at a glance

Customers frequently praise the company for punctual, thorough, and professional service, noting that technicians are courteous and knowledgeable about treatments for ants, rodents, and other pests. Recurring themes highlight efficient communication and effective resolution of infestations. However, some reviews criticize scheduling errors, billing mistakes, and instances where staff misidentified insects or failed to provide listed services like bee removal.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 941 reviews (95% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 940 Google reviews (688 with written comments, 4 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 89% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 30, 2026.
  • Service: Wildlife serving San Antonio, Texas.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.

Score profile vs other wildlife removal services

Score per factor (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: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction93Reliability91Craft & service95Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 93 (median 93)Reliability: 91 (median 90)Craft & service: 95 (median 97)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 88)
Family Pest ControlWildlife Removal Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Family Pest Control: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.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.Family Pest Control: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
91
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Family Pest Control: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
95
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.Family Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Family Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.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.Family Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
100

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Star ratings

940 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars89695%
  • 4 stars192%
  • 3 stars81%
  • 2 stars30%
  • 1 star141%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 688 written reviews

  • Praise1,32198%
  • Complaints222%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price8630%
  • Reasonable17863%
  • Overpriced62%
  • Not sure124%
$121+14% vs typical wildlife removal services

Middle half of what 193 customers paid ($106–$188) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude44533%
  • Quality & results31724%
  • Speed & response22617%
  • Would recommend13610%
  • Communication1128%
  • Price & value685%
  • Honesty & trust393%

What customers talk about

We read 688 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Charelle was super prompt, efficient, very friendly.”
  • “Jonathan did a great job and made sure to close the gate securely to keep our dogs in!”
    “The treatment did not work, as the fleas were still very much alive, and continued to eat at my legs.”
  • “The technician knew what he was doing and did it efficiently.”
  • “I would highly recommend Chance and family pest control for all of your home needs!”
    “Will not use them again.”
  • “He is on time, courteous, pleasant, and is good at explaining the situation.”
    “Alternatives Ignored”
  • “We've gone to the Platinum Plan and it's worth it due to this season's fleas, ugh!”
    “They explain to us everything they use chemical wise and educated us on point of entry for water bugs(texas roaches) they did not over charge for their service.”
  • “I really appreciate companies that is not only locally owned, but shows and believes in honesty and integrity.”

People customers mention

  • Austin 28 reviews
  • Chance 15 reviews
  • Charelle 11 reviews
  • Jonathan 8 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Family Pest Control for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Fernando7 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★★★★★

Trei came over to perform our quarterly pest control treatment. He did an excellent five star job. He was courteous, respectful and professional.

Paid $100–120Reasonable price
Doris9 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★★★★★

It’s always great to see Charelle! She works efficiently, both inside and out. She is also professional and friendly. Thank you, Charelle!

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceBug & insect extermination
Concetta3 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Charelle always does a most thorough job on pest treatments. Have no doubt that she do an excellent job.

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceCockroach exterminationAnt extermination
Mary12 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Jonathan is one of the best techs we’ve ever had. He’s patient with our questions, is knowledgeable about the chemicals he uses and the service he provides and does a thorough job inspecting and protecting our house.

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceTermite inspectionGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
RonnieLocal Guide · 26 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 weeks ago★★★★★

I have had several pest control companies provide services, but this is the first time I’ve seen them spray beyond just the perimeter of the home. Great value for the services they provide. Will definitely be using them in the future for quarterly maintenance.

Paid $120–140Great priceGeneral pest inspection
CesarLocal 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 a month ago★★★★★

Teri was great. He was very friendly on time explained what he was gonna do, very courteous when he was inside the house and outside the house. Good tech.

Paid $180–200Reasonable priceCockroach exterminationAnt extermination

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 941 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Margaret Schultz8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Margaret has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jonathan did a great job and made sure to close the gate securely to keep our dogs in!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Mosquito extermination
  • Pest type: Mosquitoes
R Gillenwater3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews R has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great work!

Paul Province10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Paul has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Professional and very respectful

  • Services: Rodent extermination, Bug & insect extermination
Isaac Santiago15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Isaac has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Charelle was super prompt, efficient, very friendly. Thank you for the awesome work!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Bug & insect extermination
Response from the owner · 6 days ago

Thank you for the 5-star review! We’re glad to hear Charelle provided prompt, friendly, and efficient pest control service. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with her. Thanks for choosing us for your pest control needs!

enrique solisLocal Guide · 28 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews enrique has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very friendly and professional. We received exceptional service.

Response from the owner · 6 days ago

Thanks for the 5-star review! We’re glad you had a great experience with our team. Providing friendly service and reliable pest control is what we do best. Thanks for choosing us to keep your home pest-free!

Fernando Montana7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Fernando has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Trei came over to perform our quarterly pest control treatment. He did an excellent five star job. He was courteous, respectful and professional.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $100–120
  • Pest type: Cockroaches
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We’re glad to hear Trei provided excellent, professional, and friendly pest control service. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him! Thank you for choosing Family Pest Control and trusting us to keep your home pest-free!

ray moralesLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews ray has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

No more bugs!!!!

  • Positive: Responsiveness, Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism, Value
Response from the owner · Edited a week ago

That’s what we love to hear! We’re so glad we could help get those unwanted pests under control. Thank you for choosing Family Pest Control for your pest control needs. Here’s to keeping your home bug-free!

Bunny Johnston4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bunny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Trey was very friendly and informative. I was very pleased with his service.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $200+
  • Services: General pest inspection
  • Pest type: Ants, Cockroaches, Spiders
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for the 5-star review! We’re glad to hear Trei provided friendly, informative, and reliable pest control service. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words! Thanks for choosing Family Pest Control to help keep your home pest-free!

Doris Keeler9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Doris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

It’s always great to see Charelle! She works efficiently, both inside and out. She is also professional and friendly. Thank you, Charelle!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $100–120
  • Services: Bug & insect extermination
  • Pest type: Ants, Cockroaches, Spiders
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We’re happy to hear that Charelle continues to provide friendly, professional, and reliable pest control service. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with her! Thanks for choosing Family Pest Control and trusting us to keep your home pest-free!

David McLemoreLocal Guide · 93 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Family Pest Control provide excellent, informative service. I have used for several years after a rodent infestation. The technician knew what he was doing and did it efficiently. And they follow up. The rodents didn't stand a chance. And they provide quarterly inspections to make sure bugs and rodents don't come back.

Response from the owner · Edited a week ago

Thank you for the awesome 5-star review! We’re glad you’ve trusted Family Pest Control over the years. Our team takes pride in providing reliable pest control, effective rodent control, and quarterly services to keep your home pest-free. We appreciate your continued support and are always happy to help keep those unwanted pests away!

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