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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
79

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Customers hired Midwest Pest Control for 8 kinds of job.

Midwest Pest Control for general pest inspection

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.134
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.98
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.$63–$128
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 88/100.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.#33 / 275
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.97%

All 134 Google reviews tagged “General pest inspection” · showing 20

Karen7 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 job! Very thorough and knowledgeable. Personable.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Peggy2 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★★★★★

Thanks Andrew for taking care of the holes that you discovered in the foundation of my condo! I really appreciate how thorough you were!!!

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
James1 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Esp. appreciated an alert on cleaning our dryer vent. Thank you 👍

Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationRodent 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
Erin8 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 month ago★★★★★

John D- you did a great job! I'm sorry we weren't able to say "hi" at the door. I appreciate your attention to detail.

Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspection
Harrison2 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 month ago★★★★★

Nicest service tech ever! Give Donavan a raise asap

Paid $200+OverpricedGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Soni16 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 is great. He’s so thorough and friendly. Cooper thanks him for his treats he brings!

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionMosquito exterminationBug & insect extermination
Carissa8 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 month ago★★★★★

Very nice and professional!

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Roxi2 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 month ago★★★★★

Aaron did our service & he was exceptional.

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceHome inspectionRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Victoria3 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★★★★★

Always prompt, courteous and does a great job.

Paid $120–140Home inspectionGeneral pest inspection
Mar3 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★★★★★

Excellent service. Answered all of my questions.made sure was satisfied with his work.

Paid $60–80Great priceHome inspectionSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
PirateKayaker5 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★★★★★

We had a strange inundation of flies in one room of our basement. With just one call, Steven was there the next day and rid our home of all those flies. He was fast, effective, and even though my wife and I were traveling, he communicated with us in a prompt manner. He knows the science behind what’s going on and…

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Kristin11 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★★★★★

Asher arrived on time, was very polite. He did a great job!

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection
ReneeLocal Guide · 54 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★★★★★

David was and has been just great. Always respectful, knowledable, and a good listener. Just what you want from a vendor. Great face for your company.

Paid $120–140Not sureGeneral pest inspection
JudyG5 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★★★★★

Today Lyman serviced my yard and home. He showed me how to reload the small traps so I have them in-between visits. Very cordial and competent. I would definitely like to have him service my house again. Midwest has been great.

Great priceHome inspectionRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
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
Anne2 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★★★★★

Best insect control service I have used! Cody was knowledgeable, polite and professional.

Paid $140–160Hornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality
Drew9 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★★★★★

Andrew did a great job spraying my house inside and out for bugs. He even removed cobwebs. He was very professional and I will continue to do business with this company! I really appreciate Andrew's hard work!

Bug & insect exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationMosquito extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
mark1 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Tech was great , I told him needed 30 min heads up call , so we can put dog away , so he would not have problems. Showed me the opportunities that needed to be addressed , and been taken care of. Thank you for having good working for your company. Mark CHADWICK

Not sureHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationFlea & mite 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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