Pest control service · Novi, MI · reviewed since 2026
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%80+43.6Reliability 24%70+17Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 82Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.82SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#215 of 295 wildlife removal servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 27%
4.8★★★★★351 Google reviews · 10 photos
94%five-star reviews
4.80★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
4.6%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.
100%reviews answered by the owner
$91typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Google reviewers rate Kindred Pest Control 4.8 out of 5 based on 351 reviews, with the owner responding to all feedback. Positive comments frequently highlight punctual arrivals, thorough treatments, and clear communication regarding service expectations and pet safety. However, some low-star reviews criticize aggressive door-to-door sales tactics, billing discrepancies, and alleged failures to resolve pest issues or honor cancellation terms.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 351 reviews (94% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 351 Google reviews (297 with written comments, 4 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
Most recent review: November 2, 2026.
Service: Wildlife serving Novi, Michigan.
Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.
Score profile vs other wildlife removal 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 momentum; weakest: reliability.
Kindred Pest ControlWildlife Removal 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.Kindred Pest Control: 80/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
80
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.Kindred Pest Control: 70/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.B
70
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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 97.–
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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.Kindred Pest Control: 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.Kindred Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Kindred Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
100
Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.
Star ratings
351 Google reviews we collected
4.8of 5
5 stars32994%
4 stars62%
3 stars00%
2 stars10%
1 star154%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 297 written reviews
96%praise
Praise51796%
Complaints194%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
97%fair
Great price8241%
Reasonable9949%
Overpriced52%
Not sure157%
$91-16% vs typical wildlife removal services
Middle half of what 148 customers paid ($45–$116) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude18034%
Quality & results15529%
Communication9017%
Speed & response6212%
Would recommend306%
Price & value102%
Honesty & trust92%
What customers talk about
We read 297 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“He also explained everything that he was doing for the bug control, very friendly, very professional.”
“Excellent service and we haven’t had any bug issues so far this summer.”
“After the issue was not resolved, I contacted your company to cancel the service and explained the reason for cancellation\.”
“I appreciate the time he takes to explain everything.”
“Complete Failure to Perform: In June 2026, Kindred, they completely ghosted the as cerbally said monthly appointment.”
“He was on time and let me know when he was on the way.”
“Is the best if could recommend him every time I would explain things that I did not understand Richard Williams”
“AVOID THIS SCAM, DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING ON A SALESPERSON'S IPAD AT YOUR DOOR FOR KINDRED PEST CONTROL.”
“Their pricing is fair/reasonable and our technician, David Griffin, is thorough, friendly and responsive.”
“When I went to cancel service, they told me that even with this happening that I would still owe a cancellation fee.”
“Mike was knowledgeable, courteous, punctual, and genuinely cared about providing the best possible service.”
“Scam was told one dollars for the first treatment and 35 every 3 months after they just tried to bill me 149.”
People customers mention
Brown15 reviews
Carson13 reviews
Weaver10 reviews
Welker8 reviews
Bradley5 reviews
Griffin5 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Kindred Pest Control for 7 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
MMariann14 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. · Edited 20 hours ago★★★★★
Richard did a very thorough job. He also explained everything that he was doing for the bug control, very friendly, very professional.
Paid $100–120Reasonable price
EEyeSellLocal Guide · 37 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. · Edited 3 days ago★★★★★
Today Bradley Carson came out to do a fall/autumn treatment for pest control. This is the second time that Bradley has done our treatment. He is always kind, professional and knowledgeable regarding the treatment he has done. I appreciate the time he takes to explain everything.
MMargaretLocal Guide · 16 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. · Edited 4 days ago★★★★★
Bradley Carson was polite, friendly and explained everything he did. He was on time and let me know when he was on the way. Excellent service and we haven’t had any bug issues so far this summer. Highly recommend.
Paid $100–120Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
JJanet10 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. · a week ago★★★★★
Dakota Weaver does and did an excellent job. He is very personable and professional.
Paid $80–100Reasonable priceSpider exterminationAnt exterminationService not listed
IImadLocal Guide · 12 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. · Edited 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Matthew Lauren treated my property today. He did a great job he seemed very knowledgeable and enthusiastic.
JJorgeLocal Guide · 11 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. · Edited 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Dakota Weaver from Kindred Pest Control did a great job treating our home! Dakota was professional, courteous, and took the time to keep us informed about the treatment and what to expect afterward. We appreciate the clear instructions and excellent customer service. Thank you, Dakota, for your hard work!
Today Bradley Carson came out to do a fall/autumn treatment for pest control. This is the second time that Bradley has done our treatment. He is always kind, professional and knowledgeable regarding the treatment he has done. I appreciate the time he takes to explain everything.
Bradley Carson was polite, friendly and explained everything he did. He was on time and let me know when he was on the way. Excellent service and we haven’t had any bug issues so far this summer. Highly recommend.
Price assessment: Great price
Price: $100–120
Services: Hornet & wasp extermination, Spider extermination, Flea & mite extermination, Ant extermination
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! Your feedback truly means a lot to us.
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y zLocal Guide · 19 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews y has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I want to apologize for missing you guys earlier today but ty came with great customer service positive attitude and was very patient wit is h me and did an outstanding job treating my yard and also my interior thanks Ty blessing brother
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! Your feedback truly means a lot to us.
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Imad BazziLocal Guide · 12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Imad has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.