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Go-Forth Pest Control 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%89+48.5Reliability 24%88+21.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty97−0.3Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCORE

Go-Forth Pest Control

Richmond, VA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #43Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 73 rodent control · 4.9★ from 1,908 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other rodent control (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.

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.Go-Forth Pest Control is better than 89% of rodent control.A
89
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.Go-Forth Pest Control is better than 88% of rodent control.A
88
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.Go-Forth Pest Control is better than 97% of rodent control.A
97
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.Go-Forth Pest Control is better than 100% of rodent control.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.Go-Forth Pest Control is better than 100% of rodent control.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.Go-Forth Pest Control is better than 100% of rodent control.A
100

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Customers hired Go-Forth Pest Control for 8 kinds of job.

Go-Forth Pest Control for home inspection

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.223
★ 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.$80–100
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$56–$151
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 94/100.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.#2 / 46
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.99%

All 223 Google reviews tagged “Home inspection” · showing 20

brettLocal Guide · 17 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 day ago★★★★★

Honest and to the point

Home inspection
Phillip2 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 day ago★★★★★

I like to say, the worker who came today, did a fine check from last job.

Home 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. · 2 days ago★★★★★

Romario was great. He kept me well informed and did good work on the yard. Would recommend.

Home 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. · Edited 3 days ago★★★★★

Jaylen was polite, knowledgeable and explained everything thoroughly. Thankful he was able to assist.

Paid $80–100Great priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspectionAnt extermination
linda11 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 days ago★★★★★

Great customer service, very professional!

Customer photo from linda's reviewCustomer photo from linda's review
Home inspection
Sheila3 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 days ago★★★★★

Brandon is very courteous and professional, l hope he continues to be our Bug Man Terminator!

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHome inspection
Dale1 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. · 5 days ago★★★★★

Jalen was the one who serviced my house and he did an amazing job! He was clear and descriptive about what was happening, what preventative measures he was taking and the treatments he was administering to solve the issues I’m having. Thank you so much man you’re the best!

Home inspectionRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
BartLocal Guide · 28 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★★★★★

Brandon did very well, as he’s true to their customer service promise!!! Great business who regularly treats my home/area. Service with integrity matters! 5/5 stars! Bart Stewart Richmond Virginia.

Great priceRodent exterminationTermite exterminationSpider extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Loretta5 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★★★★★

Very professional and polite young man named I-Allah. He did a great job for us. He was thorough and timely. We are well satisfied with Go Forth.

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceHome inspectionRodent exterminationCockroach extermination
Corrie4 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★★★★★

Super friendly and very professional as always!

Paid $20–40Great priceHome inspection
Why2 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★★★★★

Great service provided. Gave good tips and information for my home.

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceHome inspection
ScottLocal 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. · Edited 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Uses high tech equipment to reach the places where sprders and bugs hide around your home.

Paid $40–60Great priceGeneral pest inspectionService not listed+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Linda10 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★★★★★

Darian was exceptional!

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceHome inspectionTermite extermination
Alvin1 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Their techician, Jonathan was Awesome. I was really impressed with the technician. Very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. This is another reason why I have remained a customer from my old house to this one. They responded to my concerns and made recommendation. Thank you for assisting us with our concerns.

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspectionAnt extermination
debra5 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★★★★★

Brandon was friendly and professional. He called to let me know he was on his way

Reasonable priceRodent exterminationTermite extermination+ Value
Terrill10 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★★★★★

They did an amazing job, and they cleaned the cobb webs off the windows and doors. I was really impressed with their services.

Paid $80–100Great priceGeneral pest inspectionCockroach extermination+ Professionalism
Judith9 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★★★★★

The young man who came was extremely nice and very polite. He explained what he had noticed in our yard..I was extremely satisfied. Great young man!

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceHome inspection
RachelLocal 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 3 weeks ago★★★★★

I have a plan with Go Forth and have not been disappointed. Service today was wonderful gentleman was polite and professional.

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspection
AnitaLocal 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Go-Forth was quick to respond and was same day available. The customer service provided by the in house team and the agent sent to the home Brandon was great. I would recommend them.

Paid $200+Great priceHome inspection
James13 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★★★★★

John has a very professional demeanor, answer all my questions did the service to the space where I noticed the ants - thanks John great Tech!

Customer photo from James's review
Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHome inspection

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Price

$83-23% vs typical rodent control

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 30%Reasonable 63%Overpriced 2%Not sure 5%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
General pest inspection379$50–$119
Bug & insect extermination272$58–$136
Spider extermination252$86–$181
Ant extermination232$58–$173
Rodent extermination220$96–$323
Home inspection215$56–$151
Cockroach extermination187$83–$214
Hornet & wasp extermination157$83–$199

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