Experts Reviews · Company report
Orkin 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%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

Orkin

Baton Rouge, LA · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #230Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 256 pest control services · 4.8★ from 1,552 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other pest control 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 replies to reviews; weakest: craft & service.

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 is better than 76% of pest control services.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 is better than 74% of pest control services.B
74
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.Orkin is better than 65% of pest control services.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 is better than 98% of pest control services.A
98
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.Orkin is better than 100% of pest control 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.Orkin is better than 100% of pest control services.A
100

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Customers hired Orkin for 8 kinds of job.

Orkin for hornet & wasp extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.79
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.91
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.—
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$99–$282
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 79/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Hornet & wasp 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.#139 / 206
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 79 Google reviews tagged “Hornet & wasp extermination” · showing 40

Allison5 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★★★★★

Very fast and friendly service!

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationMosquito exterminationCockroach extermination
renita5 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★★★★★

I just want to thank EDWARD FRANCOIS, for coming out and services my home. He did an excellent job on the home inspection and extermination.He explain the nature of the job concerning insects. Also the price was at a reasonable price.

Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp extermination
paula7 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 year ago★★★★★

Extremely helpful staff and field personnel. Always responsive and quick to return any messages. Friendly employees.

Hornet & wasp exterminationTermite inspectionTermite extermination
DonnaLocal Guide · 83 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 years ago★★★★★

Very professional, did a thorough job in a timely manner. Highly recommend.

Hornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination+ Professionalism
Prentice6 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 years ago★★★★★

It was a great experience.

Hornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
Craig10 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 years ago★★★★★

Khalid was new to me. I found him to be very courteous. He did the work quickly and efficiently. We have had no bugs in our house.

Hornet & wasp exterminationTermite inspection
Tristin9 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 years ago★★★★★

I have had Orkin nearly a year now for my termite treatments & regular home prevention. They are amazing . I have had no issues with any bug of any sort . My tech is also one of the absolute best. My dog loves him & he’s great at his job. I recently added mosquito control & it has been a life saver ! Our mosquitos…

Ant exterminationBat exterminationBed bug extermination
Wenona7 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 years ago★★★★★

I had issues with another tech running through the job so fast and not doing a thorough job, but Edward was wonderful. He came to do the inside and did a superb job. He took his time and caught areas I have not seen any other technician do on the inside. Make him my permanent technician. If he did this on the…

Bee exterminationBug & insect exterminationCockroach extermination+ Quality
MaryLocal Guide · 10 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 years ago★★★★★

Orkin has been my go-to provider for pest control and termite prevention for over 20 years. They are easy to work with and thoroughly professional. Anytime I have had any issues, they are resolved expeditiously. I highly recommend Orkin for pest control and termite prevention.

Cockroach exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationMosquito extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Rebecca10 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 years ago★★★★★

My orkin service man Kaleb was so sweet and friendly. My dogs loved him and he is very personable.

Cockroach exterminationFlea & mite exterminationHornet & wasp extermination
JoeLocal Guide · 27 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 years ago★★★★★

I subscribe to Orkin annual service in which they have a great rate and you really get the most for your buck. Other providers don’t provide the quality nor dependability as Orkin. Staff is very friendly and safe, has always been a pleasure to greet and encounter there company. Highly recommend

Hornet & wasp exterminationMosquito exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
MarcoLocal 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Great knowledge, very friendly, and stay by their product

Ant exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
CT6 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 years ago★★★★★

WE ARE SO APPRECIATIVE! We just moved from Las Vegas, NV. This was/is our 2nd day in Louisiana for the first time in our lives as well as, physically walking through our rental property. Kissing Bugs, Jumping Spiders, other spiders, Carpenter Ants, Wasps, Roaches all over (beautiful property but the lack of traffic…

Bug & insect exterminationHome inspectionHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Judy3 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 years ago★★★★★

Amazing customer service

Bug & insect exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Candi1 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 years ago★★★★★

The guy that came and serviced was great!!! We have been using Orkin since before the pandemic and have had no complaints!

Cockroach exterminationHornet & wasp extermination
JohnLocal 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 3 years ago★★★★★

Johnny is our service technician and is always very professional and on time! Never misses a beat when it comes to the service.

Ant exterminationBug & insect exterminationCockroach extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Susan7 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 years ago★★★★★

Mr Edward was very kind and very professional and very Carring and concerned about his Cline I am so greatfull to have him as a OkinMan thank you so much andhe were on time

Ant exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Value
Brandon2 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 years ago★★★★★

Very knowledgeable and helpful

Hornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
Edwina1 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 years ago★★★★

Orkin provided service for me for several years and I have always been satisfied with the service they provided.

Ant exterminationBug & insect exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
destodes7774 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 years ago★★★★★

Always good interaction with technician. Point out areas of concern and he inspects. Sprays if needed or on a just in case basis.

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationHornet & wasp extermination
Lindsay1 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. · 5 years ago★★

They sprayed for everything, but i was under the impression that for the initial$139 that orkin would give me a detailed report on what critters i had pluspersonalize a plan for our specific problems but all he did was spray alot. He did not go in the attic and i just feel like he was not worried with our problem.…

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination− Responsiveness− Professionalism
Michael3 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 years ago★★★★★

These guys are the best. We’ve not had any issues since switching to Orkin.

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
T3 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 years ago★★★★★

Very conscientious and respectful of my time and availability. He called and texted before arrival and made no complaints when I had to reschedule.

Ant exterminationBee exterminationCockroach extermination
Tina3 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 years ago★★★★★

Wow - I can’t put into words the level of customer service I received today! Ron was one of a kind! Not only did they do a thorough inspection, they were in the mud outside installing a dryer vent cage for me! I’ve never had this type of service with any type of business! My home already feels safer from creepy…

Cockroach exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
kathyLocal 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 years ago★★★★★

People that came out were very nice and professional.

Hornet & wasp extermination
Allen5 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 years ago★★★★★

Orkin does a beautiful job for us. The routine inspection process is convenient and the technician courteous and competent. No big problems as well

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationHornet & wasp extermination
Beat5 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 years ago★★★★★

Always on time, Always Professional. Communicates very well.

Ant exterminationBee exterminationCockroach extermination
D'Arcy3 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 years ago★★★★★

Our service was completed by AJ. She is fantastic! Super friendly and always on time. She has made us a fan of Orkin.

Ant exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationMosquito extermination
Judy5 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 years ago★★★★★

Nice, friendly and competent employees

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Sylvia5 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 years ago★★★★★

Great customer service. Super nice.

Ant exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Robert4 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 years ago★★★★★

I love the service. I love that there on time and flexible.

Hornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
RobinLocal 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 years ago★★★★

Rep was very prompt and professional.

Ant exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationMosquito extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
JamieLocal Guide · 15 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 years ago★★★★★

They had a great special and stuck to their word. Very friendly service and work around you when you are at home! I wouldn’t use anyone else. Very pleased and no bugs issues at all!

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Jay8 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 years ago★★★★★

Amazing as usual! Super friendly and knowledgeable!

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Bruce4 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Hornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Brian10 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Bug & insect exterminationCockroach exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Tremaine3 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationBat exterminationBed bug extermination
Lisa2 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Hornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Professionalism
Lottie1 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Hornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Toby3 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationBee exterminationBug & insect extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

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Price

$131+10% vs typical pest control 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 24%Reasonable 65%Overpriced 5%Not sure 6%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
General pest inspection207$66–$136
Cockroach extermination186$88–$282
Spider extermination140$73–$159
Ant extermination130$86–$246
Rodent extermination123$91–$323
Termite inspection100$93–$323
Bug & insect extermination85$66–$146
Mosquito extermination80$66–$106

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