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Fox Pest Control Acton 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%76+41.5Reliability 24%63+15.3Value 14%91+12.9Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty79−2.1Momentum penalty77−2.3Experts Score= 72Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.72SCORE

Fox Pest Control Acton

Somerville, MA · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #89Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 90 ant exterminators · 4.8★ from 2,855 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other ant exterminators (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: replies to reviews 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.Fox Pest Control Acton is better than 76% of ant exterminators.B
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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.Fox Pest Control Acton is better than 63% of ant exterminators.B
63
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.Fox Pest Control Acton is better than 79% of ant exterminators.B
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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.Fox Pest Control Acton is better than 91% of ant exterminators.A
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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.Fox Pest Control Acton is better than 77% of ant exterminators.B
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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.Fox Pest Control Acton is better than 100% of ant exterminators.A
100

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Customers hired Fox Pest Control Acton for 8 kinds of job.

Fox Pest Control Acton for general pest inspection

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.390
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.89
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–$111
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 82/100.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.#66 / 82
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.94%

All 390 Google reviews tagged “General pest inspection” · showing 40

Dave4 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 days ago★★★★★

We recently had a football-size wasp nest show up on a front yard bush. When Mason came by for our regular exterior pest inspection and treatment, I told him about the nest. He then quickly and professionally removed the nest and took it with him.

Hornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Elizabeth6 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 days ago★★★★★

Russell Whitney is professional and thorough. Thank you for always doing a great job!

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspection
Karen11 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★★★★★

Steve completed a complete rebait on our property . Couldn't ask for a better technician!!! He was extremely professional and spent the time required.

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Quality+ Value
susan3 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 week ago★★★★★

Great service. On time very thorough and informative.

Home inspectionGeneral pest inspection
Barbara8 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★★★★★

Very through and professional job. Thank you for great service today!

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceHome inspectionRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Kirsten9 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 week ago★

I had Ron at my house today addressing a bee issue. He was amazing. Very personable and extremely kind. He was very thorough in looking for a nest and spraying to prevent further issues. Fox pest was super responsive to my problem. Thank you Ron!

OverpricedHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Ariana4 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 week ago★★★★★

Mason is the best! He always goes above and beyond to take care of our needs!

Rodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Susan10 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★★★★

Matt did a great job spraying for ants and other insects that have occasionally snuck into my house. He said he sparyed for other kinds of bugs as well. I haven't seen mice or rats for quite a while (🙏🙏🙏🙏). He didn't charge me anything because I have automatic payments already set up. (On a previous visit…

Paid $1–20Not sureGeneral pest inspectionAnt extermination
Kathie6 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★★★★★

carlos was great! He was very professional. Spoke to me at the door and explained what he was doing

Spider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
Janet11 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★★★★★

Bernard did a great job treating where we have had many Stink Bugs showing up and also sprayed the foundation and treated all around the house. Very nice man and did a lot more than we expected! Service included in our Contract - so worth it!

General pest inspection
Stephen15 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 4 weeks ago★★★★★

Mikhail was very thorough treating my property. We had a massive invasion of stink bugs which he immediately went to work to eliminate. Mikhail went above and beyond going into the attic to spread dust to keep the insects from entering the house as well as treating the entire perimeter of our home and property. I…

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Kathleen2 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★★★★★

Bernard was friendly, professional, and efficient. Very nice person.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceRodent exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
Jeff5 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 was fortunate enough to have James as my first tech.He is very respectful and precise in his application.Hes also friendly and I would invite him to a barbecue. Sincerely J. Jeffrey Upton

Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationTermite inspection
Michelle7 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★★★★★

Great company. Very friendly staff.

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
camille10 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★

Very positive experience! Happy with the service they have provided so far given the fact that I live near the ocean and had a serious problem with rodents. So far Fox has been on target in containing the spread of rodents in and around the area of my home. Only problem is when a different tech. shows up as I get…

Paid $1–20Not sureRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
TonyLocal 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 a month ago★★★★★

As always, professional, on-time and great service

Reasonable priceHome inspectionTermite inspectionTermite extermination
LyndaLocal 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 a month ago★★★★★

Technicians that come out remember how I like to treat my property. Good consistency

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
M2 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★★★★★

Nora is Absolutely fantastic! Thank am hopeful that Nore can continue to be our technician. The time and care she took to honor our treatment requests are unmatched. She went above and betond

Great priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
TinaLocal 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★

I want to thank your group again for all they do. We have not had a problem at all since you started. Tonight I was out at dusk weed wacking my lawn and was very pleasantly surprised that I didn't have one bug come after me. I don't have a working lawnmower so I can only do so much each time with the weed wacker,…

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
Bill7 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★★★★★

Harrison G. was right on time for the appointment, was courteous and professional. He addressed all my requirements to satisfaction, reviewed respectfully some areas of concern, leaving a quite positive impression of his & Fox capabilities. Appreciated, Paul

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Karen6 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★★★★★

We always get great service. Hard worker, goes above and beyond. He is able to explain what he is using and doing. Never rushes. Great representative of the company.

Paid $60–80Great priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Sandra9 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★★★★★

Although I wasn’t home when Alexander came he left a detailed account of what he did. I saw him on my Ring camera doing the work. I’m very impressed with the company as I did meet them a few months ago No complaints. Professional & courteous

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
Guy2 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★★★★★

Very professional Ron King is extremely knowledgeable and very thorough I consider him a friend now . Fox is very fortunate to have him

Paid $80–100OverpricedHome inspectionRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
margy4 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★★★★★

Russell did an excellent job. He was very professional and polite.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHome inspectionRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
JuneLocal 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 2 months ago★★★★★

What I have learned from living in a house surrounded by woods is this: from the ants, carpenter bees, stink beetle... You name it, they want to live in wet wood. Homes age, roofs age and water finds its way, and so do the pests. The Fox quarterly treatment is the only program I have found that works to prevent costly damage.

Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Maureen2 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★★★★

Good job on all that was done but what about the wasp nest that I had asked to be taken care of?

Great priceGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
JimLocal 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 3 months ago★★★★★

Russell called me on his arrival by 4 PM. Then he arrived on time and checked all the mice box traps and filled them in some of them. There were no evidence of any eaten of the lures. Both my garage and outside basements were cleared of any rodents. He also checked the 2 trap boxes outside before leaving.

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspectionGeneral wildlife removal
Maura9 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★★★★★

Russell was Professional and responsive. Received nothing but good service.from every single Fox employee. who I have worked with through Fox, pest control has been professional , kind and well knowledgeable. It appears that their employees must be good because they all seem very happy and like their job.

Paid $60–80Great priceHome inspectionRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
RobertLocal Guide · 16 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★★★★★

Scott did an amazing job and was very thorough. Great personality and answered any questions I had. He explained everything he did for us with the applicants and we can’t be happier with the service!

Paid $200+Great priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination
William8 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★★★★★

Very fast,efficient and knowledgeable. They do a great job.

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspectionAnt extermination
Karen8 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★★★★★

Russ was on time and did a great job explaining the source of our bug issue. He sprayed inside our kitchen, and then also swept and sprayed around the outside where we have many spiders and web issues. We just recently developed an ant issue in our paved walkways and he sprayed there as well. We appreciated the…

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect exterminationAnt extermination
Chris4 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★★★★★

I wanted to provide a great review for my Fox Tech Bernard Carter. He listened to every concern I had and explained how he was going to treat them. He spend extra time in the areas of concern and arrived promptly with texts stating ETA.

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Lauren2 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 4 months ago★★★★★

Once again Mason did a great job. He knows where all the bait stations are located and he quickly went to work checking them. He then sprayed the property for ticks and ants and other pests. He is always very thorough and takes the time to listen to and address my concerns. I do want to mention that since Fox…

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
Brian11 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 4 months ago★★★★★

Andres did a terrific job covering my entire property. Showed up on time, answered all my questions, professional, kind and detailed…very impressed!!.

General pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Angel5 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 4 months ago★★★★★

Matthew was a great technician he took care of the house for spiders and bugs. He explained everything was helpful, courteous, and completed the work quickly.

General pest inspection
Stephen3 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 4 months ago★★★★★

Russell did a great job! He also answered all my questions and provided useful information. Thanks!

Reasonable priceRodent exterminationTermite inspectionTermite extermination
Karyn12 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 4 months ago★★★★★

David Johnathan Rodriguez is an excellent and knowledgeable technician. So personable as well. Would highly recommend his service!

Paid $60–80Great priceHome inspectionRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
JanetLocal Guide · 24 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 4 months ago★★★★★

Ashley shows up and fills up the bait stations and makes sure that my pest control plan is in place. She is prepared,professional and efficient. Thank you, Ashley Ashley keeps my "mouse problems" under control. She also treated for ants and spiders! Thanks Ashley for your friendly and knowledgeable visit. I always enjoy our friendly exchange.

Paid $60–80Rodent exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Professionalism+ Value
Amy2 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★★★★★

James Rose was prompt, super friendly, and explained the treatment we received thoroughly. He was highly informative and shared how to navigate treatments with pets in the house. Highly recommend, James. Thank you!!

General pest inspection
eric1 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 4 months ago★★★★★

Had my initial treatment. technician was very informative and helpful with advice on protecting my property. highly recommended.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination

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Price

$91-3% vs typical ant exterminators

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 22%Reasonable 58%Overpriced 6%Not sure 13%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Rodent extermination498$81–$323
General pest inspection390$56–$111
Ant extermination342$68–$199
Hornet & wasp extermination312$58–$282
Bug & insect extermination285$58–$111
Spider extermination237$63–$146
Home inspection221$66–$166
Bee extermination149$214–$426

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