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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
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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
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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 spider extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.155
★ 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.$61–$136
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 89/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Spider 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.#23 / 240
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 155 Google reviews tagged “Spider extermination” · showing 40

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
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
Bonnie6 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★★★★★

The technician did everything I asked- putting treatments in my garage and basement. Also used a liquid treatment outside my window wells to deter spiders. Then he re-baited my rodent stations everywhere in my yard. Exceptional service!

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Vanessa1 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★★★★★

Just wanted to give a shout out to this man! He’s very professional, efficient and knowledgeable!! Great job!!

Paid $140–160Not sureRodent exterminationSpider 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
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
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
MathiaLocal Guide · 52 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★★★★★

Our tech Cody is great, he did an excellent job even though we spaced out and forgot our appointment time. Sorry about that Cody! Midwest always does a great job. - T. Flint I just had Xander stop by and he was super. Pleasant and professional. Always happy with Midwest. Haven’t seen any significant insect activity…

Paid $100–120Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider 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
Sethethel6 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★★★★★

Very prompt with time and thoroughly completed the job.

Paid $120–140Great priceSpider exterminationBug & insect extermination
Kristine2 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★★★★★

Great service! Technician was knowledgeable, polite and very accommodating. Thanks!

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
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
Barb6 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★★★★★

I did get to meet Thomas today. I think he did a thorough job of servicing our home Thank you.

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
MLocal Guide · 20 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★★★★★

Today was our second pest control treatment, and Thomaj was fantastic. He took excellent care of the property and responded to some specific concerns we had. Highly recommend!

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Jim1 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 months ago★★★★★

Todd was polite, knowledgeable and professional. He completed the job in an efficient manner.

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider 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
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
Barb5 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 months ago★★★★★

very fast response had someone here right away to see the issue i was having and the tech was very very nice and professional and did a wonerful job

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationBug & insect extermination
JoeLocal Guide · 47 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 months ago★★★★★

Thomas arrived on time as was expected, he introduce himself and explain the reason for his visit. He walked me through the process and was really professional.

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationTermite extermination
Debra6 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★★★★★

Tom was friendly, answered all my questions. Did a good job

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationTermite exterminationSpider extermination
Arden6 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★★★★★

Donny does a great job and communicates with us well. He explains the products used and is very thorough

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
JeniferLocal Guide · 19 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 months ago★★★★★

They always do a great job and the technicians are professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Great customer service!

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination
Charlotte2 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★★★★★

Thanks Donavan for treating my garage and deck rails! Glad I was able to catch you while you were already on our street. I very much appreciate your willingness to do this for me today!

Spider extermination
Rebecca3 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★★★★★

Provider was polite and knowledgeable.

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
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
DavidLocal Guide · 318 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★★★★★

Showed up on time in the window of the appointment time selected. Was friendly in showing what he will be doing and what he found and did after.

Paid $40–60Great priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination
DebLocal Guide · 13 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★★★★★

Xander was polite, courteous, helped us decide what we needed today, gave advice on how to set up a time to treat our camper inside and out.

Hornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Pam5 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★★★★★

Austin did a very thorough job. He was very helpful and very friendly. Thank you Austin!!

Hornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite 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.

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Paid $100–120Great priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination
ScottLocal Guide · 20 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 has always been very professional and courteous. He does a nice job.

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent 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
Becky6 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★★★★★

David is great! He’s so nice, knowledgeable, thorough, and just all around a great technician. He made sure to understand the issues I was having around my house & addressed them all. I’m so glad that David joined the Midwest Pest team!

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Robert2 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★★★★★

Donavan arrived in the time slot that we expected, he was pleasant and did a good job

Paid $140–160Hornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination
Jacob7 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Great service as usual from John Dameron

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination
Katie5 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★★★★★

Wonderful guy! He always makes sure we are taken care of and we are so thankful for all his hard work.

Great priceSpider 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
AndrewLocal Guide · 35 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Andrew far exceeded my expectations. We called due to a mouse issue. He located where they were coming in at, sealed up that spot, set traps inside and outside, removed cob webs from the house outside, and sprayed for bugs. Phenomenal work!

Paid $140–160Great priceRodent exterminationSpider 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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