Pest control service · Las Vegas, NV · reviewed since 2015
iHow 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%84+20.4Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%39+2.8Craft & service penalty97−0.3Momentum penalty79−2.1Experts Score= 83Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.83SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#67 of 81 termite control servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 18%
4.9★★★★★1,889 Google reviews · 21 photos
95%five-star reviews
4.79★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
3%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
28%reviews answered by the owner
$81typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Google reviewers rate HomeTeam Pest Defense 4.9 out of 5 based on 1,889 reviews. Customers frequently praise the punctuality of technicians, who typically send day-ahead notifications, and highlight the effectiveness of bi-monthly exterior and in-wall treatments for eliminating pests like ants, scorpions, and crickets. Common criticisms in lower-rated reviews focus on inconsistent pricing, aggressive subscription tactics, and unauthorized marketing contact, including continued outreach after opting out or ignoring no-solicitation signs.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 1,889 reviews (95% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 1,889 Google reviews (1,164 with written comments, 9 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 28% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 29, 2026.
Service: Termite Control Service serving Las Vegas, Nevada.
Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.
Score profile vs other termite control services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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 craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.
HomeTeam Pest DefenseTermite Control Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.HomeTeam Pest Defense: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
89
ReliabilityiReliability · 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.HomeTeam Pest Defense: 84/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
84
Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.HomeTeam Pest Defense: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
97
ValueiValue · 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.HomeTeam Pest Defense: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · 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.HomeTeam Pest Defense: 79/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
79
Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.HomeTeam Pest Defense: 39/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.D
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Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.
Star ratings
1,889 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars1,79195%
4 stars643%
3 stars70%
2 stars40%
1 star231%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 1,164 written reviews
98%praise
Praise1,65898%
Complaints392%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
95%fair
Great price3524%
Reasonable9465%
Overpriced75%
Not sure96%
$81-11% vs typical termite control services
Middle half of what 95 customers paid ($53–$106) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude55233%
Quality & results40524%
Speed & response29617%
Communication17110%
Would recommend1398%
Honesty & trust684%
Price & value664%
What customers talk about
We read 1,164 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Jordan has been our service tech and he’s so kind and keeps great contact.”
“Do not use this company, Pamela is a very rude person on the phone 1st off.”
“Jordan does a great job and usually lets us know the day before he arrives for a service.”
“Do not recommend - After several months of poor service, I canceled service (missing appts, ant issues) on June 5th.”
“We’ve had no bugs and when the occasional ant or pest shows up I am able to get a service usually as soon as the next day.”
“…he schedules, say they will be at home at one point, hear nothing or no show, when asked, then reschedule and never show or call.…”
“Friendly, walked me through the treatment and what he was performing at the time of the visit.”
“We highly recommend HomeTeam Pest Defense to anyone looking for dependable, hassle-free pest control!”
“I do not recommend dealing with their inconsistent and predatory pricing tactics.”
“Reliable service--friendly, knowledgable, & always day ahead notification and courteous "before and after" service/notice, keeping my dogs inside and…”
“I have been lied to on several occasions along with no-shows.”
“Excellent service with attentive staff, coupled with affordable pricing that offers great value for quality.”
“The technicians have always been courteous and effective, but the new prices are simply not reasonable for routine service.”
People customers mention
Kevin27 reviews
Ian17 reviews
Control15 reviews
Jordan12 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired HomeTeam Pest Defense for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
KKarl7 reviewsiTotal 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 days ago★★★★★
Home Team Pest Defense is a excellent company. Great employees with excellent customer service. They have been serving my home for the last 11 years. Mr.Hall
Paid $100–120Reasonable priceHome inspection
RRachel4 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Wonderful experience with Home Team Pest Defense! We’ve had no bugs and when the occasional ant or pest shows up I am able to get a service usually as soon as the next day. Our technician always lets us know ahead when he is coming and has been a pleasure to speak with! Couldn’t recommend enough!
Paid $20–40Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
GGeorge6 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Solomon serviced our house. Did a great job, friendly and professional. Knows his skill and explains the process of different treatments.
Paid $80–100Reasonable price
GGinnyLocal Guide · 10 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
We’ve been using HomeTeam Pest Defense for almost 11 years, and we’ve had nothing but great experiences. We have the Taexx in-wall pest defense system that they service every other month, and they also spray the exterior of our home, including both the front and backyard.
Our technicians are always friendly,…
Paid $120–140Reasonable priceService not listed
FFREDERICK6 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
I have received excellent service and the technician is very professional and courteous.
Paid $80–100Great price
CCheryl4 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
I was able to call directly with an ant issue and home team came out without hesitation. I’m so glad for thst
Despite opting out of information sharing with my home builder, Lennar, this HomeTeam Pest Defense company still texts, emails, and calls me regularly.
Response from the owner · 3 days ago
We regret to learn of this, Kyle. Please contact us at (702) 388-7500 so we can resolve your communication preferences immediately.
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Karl Hall7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Karl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Home Team Pest Defense is a excellent company. Great employees with excellent customer service. They have been serving my home for the last 11 years. Mr.Hall
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $100–120
Services: Home inspection
Pest type: Ants, Spiders, Other
Response from the owner · 3 days ago
We are glad to hear this, Mr. Hall! Eleven years of trust means everything to us. Our team is proud to serve your home.
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Pam6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Pam has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Wonderful experience with Home Team Pest Defense! We’ve had no bugs and when the occasional ant or pest shows up I am able to get a service usually as soon as the next day. Our technician always lets us know ahead when he is coming and has been a pleasure to speak with! Couldn’t recommend enough!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $20–40
Services: General pest inspection
Pest type: Ants, Termites, Rodents, Cockroaches, Spiders, Bed bugs, Mosquitoes
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Rachel! Quick service, proactive communication, and a pest-free home — we're glad to deliver that consistently.
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Scott Real13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Scott has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.