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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%79+43.1Reliability 24%71+17.2Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty81−1.9Momentum penalty91−0.9Experts Score= 79Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.79SCORE

Orkin

Lake Charles, LA · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #308Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 389 wildlife removal services · 4.8★ from 800 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: value and replies to reviews; weakest: reliability.

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 79% of wildlife removal services.B
79
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 71% of wildlife removal services.B
71
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 81% of wildlife removal services.A
81
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 100% of wildlife removal services.A
100
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 91% of wildlife removal services.A
91
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 wildlife removal services.A
100

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Customers hired Orkin for 8 kinds of job.

Orkin for mosquito extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.48
★ 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.$60–80
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$71–$116
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 82/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Mosquito 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.#35 / 185
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 48 Google reviews tagged “Mosquito extermination” · showing 20

InkeriLocal Guide · 41 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★★★★★

All in all Joanie if I spelled that right is a wonderful person, he makes sure to work around our schedule, if we have any issues he is prompt to taking care of them, and makes sure we are always happy with the services provided.

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceMosquito exterminationCockroach extermination
Teri1 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★★★★★

Great experience Mr. Paul was a pleasure to work with. My mom has been using Mr. Paul for years so I reached out to him for my home pest control needs and got great service.

Home inspectionGeneral pest inspectionMosquito extermination
Cole3 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★★★★★

Super professional. Top of the line service.

Paid $20–40Great priceMosquito extermination
Tanceana6 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Paul is a Professional who is very Experienced and such a delightful person. He's always very Punctual, as well as, Accommodating. The Orkin Family is very Blessed to have him on board! A personal, " Thank You! to Mr. Paul

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionMosquito exterminationBug & insect extermination
Tatyana5 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★★★★★

Grayson is a great exterminator. Flexible scheduling and has great customer service.

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceHome inspectionTermite inspectionGeneral pest inspection
Sandy9 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★★★★★

Always professional when Johnnie is here. Termite inspector Brennan washere today. Pointed out a few things that we didn't about, but glad we know about now so they can be fixed. Thanks for your input and expertise.

Termite inspectionSpider exterminationMosquito extermination+ Quality+ Value
JoannLocal Guide · 30 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★★★★★

They came out to check the home quickly and sprayed the yard and home. They answered all of our questions and concerns. And if we have any problems between treatments all I have to do is call and they'll come out for free .

Home inspectionRodent exterminationTermite inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
MikeLocal 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 2 years ago★★★★★

Mitchell is an excellent tech. He is very knowledgeable and personable. So much so, that he will alter the mosquito spray application in alignment with weather to prevent wasted treatments.

Hornet & wasp exterminationTermite inspectionTermite extermination+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
KyrstinLocal Guide · 21 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★★★★★

Our technician Johnnie Knox was very informative and personable. We feel very well taken care of after just one service. Thankful to have chosen a pest control company with employees that care and are knowledgeable on what they’re doing

Ant exterminationBug & insect exterminationMosquito extermination
Dollie2 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★★★★★

Rachel is very knowledgeable in all aspects of her business with Orkin. She is so kind and courteous and listens to all of our concerns. She takes care of all our needs with a smile and such a friendly disposition.

Ant exterminationBug & insect exterminationCockroach extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Debra1 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★★★★★

He was very professional and got the job done….. thanks for your service

Bug & insect exterminationCockroach exterminationMosquito extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Katie6 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★★★★★

Techs are very professional and the management team is very insightful and they are willing to go the extra mile . I will be recommending Orkin to anyone I know who needs pest or termite service

Mosquito extermination
Cally9 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★★★★★

John was very friendly and professional. He asked me about any concerns I had and made me feel that he was really interested in my responses. I signed a yearly contract with them. He throughly spread the yard for mosquitoes, brushed and sprayed areas with spider webs in the garage & outside. My house was also…

Ant exterminationBug & insect exterminationMosquito extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Josh1 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★★★★★

Great work, great customer service at residence!

Mosquito extermination+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Donna6 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★★★★

Was frustrated that they were late.

Flea & mite exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationMosquito extermination+ Responsiveness+ Professionalism+ Value
Dennis4 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★★★★★

They showed up when scheduled and were careful to close gates behind them.

Mosquito extermination
chance1 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★★★★★

Very nice and helpful

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Professionalism
Nancy4 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★★★★★

Excellent service

Ant exterminationBed bug exterminationBee extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Telishia4 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★★★★★

Mr. Paul is wonderful very helpful and very professional would definitely recommend Orkin and ask for mr. Paul

Cockroach exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationMosquito extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Jamie3 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 polite and professional. If I feel like the problem sometimes is worse than usual they will come in between servicing at no extra charge to me!!!

Cockroach exterminationMosquito exterminationTermite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

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Price

$126+16% 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 38%Reasonable 51%Overpriced 3%Not sure 8%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Cockroach extermination125$81–$199
General pest inspection103$63–$128
Ant extermination97$79–$246
Spider extermination89$61–$136
Rodent extermination70$79–$323
Termite inspection61$86–$371
Bug & insect extermination52$71–$139
Mosquito extermination48$71–$116

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