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Midwest 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%94+51.3Reliability 24%95+23Value 14%95+13.4Replies to reviews 7%79+5.6Craft & service penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 93Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.93SCORE

Midwest Pest Control

Cedar Rapids, IA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #166Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 389 wildlife removal services · 4.9★ from 893 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other wildlife removal services (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: momentum and reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.

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.Midwest Pest Control is better than 94% of wildlife removal services.A
94
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.Midwest Pest Control is better than 95% of wildlife removal services.A
95
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.Midwest Pest Control is better than 95% of wildlife removal services.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.Midwest Pest Control is better than 95% of wildlife removal services.A
95
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.Midwest Pest Control is better than 100% of wildlife removal services.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.Midwest Pest Control is better than 79% of wildlife removal services.B
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Customers hired Midwest Pest Control for 8 kinds of job.

Midwest Pest Control for ant extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.53
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.96
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$120–140
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$79–$246
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 83/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Ant extermination”: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.#88 / 246
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.96%

All 53 Google reviews tagged “Ant extermination” · showing 20

Michelle3 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★★★★★

Lyman is very professional & personable. Does his job very well❤️

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceRodent exterminationSpider exterminationCockroach extermination
Jordan2 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 weeks ago★★★★★

David is the best! We have had him the last 2 times (was not home the few times before that) and he has been amazing at explaining everything if I have any questions. Our yellow lab Luna also loves David because he is always giving treats! :)

General pest inspectionAnt extermination
Kevin6 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Donny was an outstanding technician. He took the time to understand our problem areas and worked hard to resolve them.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
Kristi3 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★★★★★

David did a great job. Took the time to answer my questions and ensure our ant issues will be taken care of.

Paid $20–40Great priceBug & insect exterminationAnt extermination
CamilleLocal 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 a month ago★★★★★

David did our pest control service this month, always pleasant and interested to hear about the problem bugs and where they are living. We kept walking into huge orb spider webs outside, they are prolific this year. And although they help control smaller bugs we don't want them around when it gets cold, coming in to…

Paid $100–120Great priceSpider exterminationBug & insect exterminationAnt extermination
Glenn2 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★★★★★

David was great in explaining the various treatments that he applied.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceAnt extermination
Billy2 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★★★★★

Andrew was very professional and communicated what he was going to do. Her performed a great job.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceAnt extermination
Rhonda1 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 3 months ago★★★★★

Very friendly, and asked questions with explanations

Hornet & wasp exterminationTermite exterminationSpider extermination
Judy2 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★★★★★

Aaron was pleasant, efficient and very helpful. Respectful of property. On time for scheduled appointment.

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
Adam3 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Lyman did a great job with the interior and exterior coverage. Also addressed the ants problem.

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceBug & insect exterminationAnt extermination
Susan4 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Thomas is a very nice young man! He communicates exactly what services he is providing to us. We appreciate his thorough and efficient service. I would recommend Thomas and this company to everyone!

Paid $140–160Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Beth2 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 months ago★★★★★

John Dameron always does an excellent job. He always tells us what he doing and what products he uses. He is very professional and always very nice and friendly. Always a pleasure to have him come to our house.

Customer photo from Beth's review
Paid $100–120Great priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination
Janet2 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 months ago★★★★★

It's always a pleasure to have Michael come to our home. He's very kind and courteous plus very good natured. Michael has always done a great job taking care of our home! We appreciate that. Thank you Michael! The Cambrons

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
KristineLocal Guide · 158 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Lyman is a super thorough and professional technician. Thank you, Lyman!

Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
Kathy9 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 7 months ago★★★★★

Nice job! Glad I was home so you treat the garage and indoors…recheck so no charge

Paid $140–160Great priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination
Angela4 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Lyman was very kind and he was concerned about my husband safety since he is on oxygen fulll time most definitely would recommend Lyman and this company

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHome inspectionCockroach exterminationAnt extermination
Ron12 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 8 months ago★★★★★

Donny is outstanding and caring individual who cares!! He always does an excellent job!!!

Reasonable priceHome inspectionGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Elaine15 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 9 months ago★★★★★

Received an email explaining in detail the work done today at the duplex. Happy tp hear about the thorough service completed.

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHome inspectionRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Nora12 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

We have now had three or four different techs come to the house. All have been incredibly friendly and helpful. I'd absolutely recommend them all. 10/10

Reasonable priceAnt extermination
Robert5 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 year ago★★★★★

Andrew was polite, courteous, and informative. He went about the task industriously, focused, and diligently. It was a pleasure having him serve us.

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationCockroach extermination

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Price

$128+19% vs typical wildlife removal services

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 21%Reasonable 71%Overpriced 3%Not sure 6%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Spider extermination155$61–$136
General pest inspection134$63–$128
Bug & insect extermination131$71–$139
Hornet & wasp extermination126$83–$246
Home inspection90$71–$173
Rodent extermination73$79–$323
Ant extermination53$79–$246
Cockroach extermination27$81–$199

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