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Orkin

Pest control service · Baton Rouge, LA · reviewed since 2016

How 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%76+41.5Reliability 24%74+17.9Value 14%98+13.9Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty65−3.5Experts Score= 77Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.77SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#230 of 256 pest control servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 10%
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,552 Google reviews · 23 photos
89%five-star reviews
4.84★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
4.1%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
90%reviews answered by the owner
$131typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Orkin at a glance

Google reviewers rate Orkin 4.8 out of 5 based on 1552 reviews, with the owner responding to 90% of feedback. Customers frequently praise technicians for punctuality, professionalism, and detailed explanations regarding pest issues. Recurring complaints involve billing discrepancies, unauthorized credit card charges, and disputes over contract terms or service scope.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 1,552 reviews (89% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 1,552 Google reviews (761 with written comments, 3 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 90% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 29, 2026.
  • Service: Pest Control Service serving Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.

Score profile vs other pest control services

Score per factor (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 replies to reviews; weakest: craft & service.

Satisfaction76Reliability74Craft & service65Value98Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 76 (median 93)Reliability: 74 (median 92)Craft & service: 65 (median 95)Value: 98 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 97)
OrkinPest Control Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Orkin: 76/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.B
76
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.Orkin: 74/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.B
74
Craft & serviceCraft & 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.Orkin: 65/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.B
65
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.Orkin: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
98
MomentumMomentum · 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.Orkin: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.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.Orkin: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
100

Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

1,552 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars1,37689%
  • 4 stars946%
  • 3 stars201%
  • 2 stars171%
  • 1 star453%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 761 written reviews

  • Praise99898%
  • Complaints252%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1524%
  • Reasonable4065%
  • Overpriced35%
  • Not sure46%
$131+10% vs typical pest control services

Middle half of what 44 customers paid ($83–$176) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude44043%
  • Quality & results21621%
  • Speed & response16316%
  • Communication879%
  • Would recommend687%
  • Price & value283%
  • Honesty & trust212%

What customers talk about

We read 761 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Very personable, knowledgeable, and efficient service man… Duncan impressed me with his knowledge and patience in explaining my issue and the possible…”
    “The local office is extremely rude and condescending when dealing with customers who are sharing poor experiences with their service.”
  • “Orkin has provided quality service at a reasonable price for over 20 years.”
    “The worst pest control ever, don't not use this company, the problem got worst after they came.”
  • “Same day appointment and was on time and very detsiled”
    “I made an appointment 2 times over a 2 hour window, remained home for the scheduled times each appoint men and both times Orkin was a no show and call.”
  • “…t service man… Duncan impressed me with his knowledge and patience in explaining my issue and the possible solutions.…”
  • “Highly recommend if your looking for a pest control company.”
    “…seeing them because of the one sunflower seed behind my couch really never again would I let him into my home he deserves a one start…”
  • “I thought that hiring pest control would be super expensive but this company is surprisingly affordable!”
    “Terribly overpriced, inefficient and ineffective.”
  • “I think ORKIN PEST CONTROL is an excellent company, with reliable people at your service.”
    “They are not honest, and I have cancelled my contact.”

People customers mention

  • Johnny 12 reviews
  • Edward 10 reviews
  • Technician 8 reviews
  • Tyrone 8 reviews
  • Harry 8 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Orkin for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

JeffreyLocal Guide · 31 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Am very pleased with the services that Blaine from store #280 in Baton Rouge provided us with. His knowledge and expertise was very helpful. Thank you.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHome inspection
Aimee4 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★

Hampton is so sarcastic I could barely stand being on the phone the sad thing is I loved their product but between the over billing and use of saved credit cards that they did NOT. Have permission to save or USE I had to leave it’s a shame because they actually have a good product . Wish things were different. Oh…

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceFlea & mite exterminationCockroach exterminationBug & insect extermination
Nathaniel5 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★★★★

Resolved. There are some problems, but in general management seems to be dedicated to trying to resolve any problem that occurs amicably.

Paid $200+OverpricedHome inspectionService not listed
Lashondra2 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★★★★★

Edward was very nice and did a very good job! I’m very satisfied thanks very much!

Paid $1–20Great priceRodent extermination
Sara6 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★★★★★

Sr. Tara Sullivan, excelente servicio, amabilidad, comunicación y puntualidad pienso que ORKIN PEST CONTROl es una excelente compañía, con personas confiables a su servicio.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceRodent extermination
Wanda13 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★★★★★

I ALWAYS have a GREAT EXPERIENCE WITH EDWARD, he’s is such a pleasant young man!!!

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceService not listed

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 1,552 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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maxine Campbell5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews maxine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very professional and polite.

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you immensely for your positive feedback, Maxine. We are glad to hear that our team was professional and polite during your service.

Shronder Donahue6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Shronder has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Same day appointment and was on time and very detsiled

Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Shronder. We’re glad we could provide a same-day appointment and detailed service.

Jeffrey SLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jeffrey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Am very pleased with the services that Blaine from store #280 in Baton Rouge provided us with. His knowledge and expertise was very helpful. Thank you.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $200+
  • Services: Home inspection
Response from the owner · a year ago

We are excited to hear that Jacob provided you with exceptional service. Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Jeffrey.

Felicia Rodriguez6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Felicia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

She was super thorough. She’s always pleasant

  • Services: Spider extermination, Ant extermination
Response from the owner · a month ago

We’re glad to hear she was thorough and always pleasant. We greatly appreciate your 5-star review, Felicia!

Judy Campbell14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Judy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very personable, knowledgeable, and efficient service man… Duncan impressed me with his knowledge and patience in explaining my issue and the possible solutions.

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Services: Bug & insect extermination
Response from the owner · 8 years ago

Thanks for the super rating and compliments about your experience.

David DayLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very professional, quick, knowledgeable

  • Positive: Responsiveness, Professionalism
  • Services: Ant extermination
Response from the owner · 5 years ago

Thank you for the 5-star review and wonderful comments.

Catina SullivanLocal Guide · 37 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Catina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The technician Mr. Corey came out and was very professional and friendly. We had a wasp issue and Mr. Corey was very informing.

  • Services: General pest inspection
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thanks Catina for recognizing Mr. Corey’s professionalism, friendliness, and informative service in addressing your wasp issue.

bralee babin7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews bralee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Miranda was the BEST she was very sweet and helpful!!!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $160–180
  • Services: Ant extermination
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

We genuinely admire your positive feedback! Thank you Bralee for recognizing Miranda's excellent service.

Aimee Cothell4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Aimee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Hampton is so sarcastic I could barely stand being on the phone the sad thing is I loved their product but between the over billing and use of saved credit cards that they did NOT. Have permission to save or USE I had to leave it’s a shame because they actually have a good product . Wish things were different. Oh and also just fyi with this over billing has come some so said collection company that only texts me about this which screams SCAMMMM to me .

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $80–100
  • Services: Flea & mite extermination, Cockroach extermination, Bug & insect extermination
Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Hi Aimee I am sorry for your latest experience with us. We invite you to contact us at (225) 251-7003, so we may discuss your specific personal experience. Thank you!

Sheila MLocal Guide · 32 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sheila has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My service agent was extra polite, walked through my entire house inside and out, and answered all of my questions. Unlike one of their major competitors, Orkin makes and keeps appointments with me which I greatly appreciate.

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Services: Home inspection
Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Sheila. We appreciate your kind words about our service agent and commitment to appointments.

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Business details

  • Address: 12030 Lakeland Park Blvd Ste 125, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
  • Phone: (225) 251-7003
  • Website: orkin.com
  • Service area: Baton Rouge, LA