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%88+48Reliability 24%90+21.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty86−1.4Experts Score= 90Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.90SCOREOrkin
Waco, TX · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #118Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 178 pest control services · 4.8★ from 1,399 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: value and momentum; weakest: craft & service.
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Customers hired Orkin for 8 kinds of job.
Orkin for ant extermination
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I always have a great experience with Orkin. They show up on time, do a thorough job in protecting my home from pests. They complete the job even if I am away from my home.
Tech was friendly, knowledgeable and professional.
He does a good job and listens to what we need and takes care of the problem
Dakota Brack from Waco,Tx Orkin office came out today. He inspected our home and sprayed for ants and spiders. He educated us on how to keep ants from coming back into our house. He was very respectful and personable and explained everything to us.He was very thorough and we were extremely happy with the service…
Thank you Gary for always doing a great job! You’re the best!
Came quick after a beetle and ant problem and left very efficent and great advice.
Very painless experience, not only were they extremely early so I was able to continue with my day smoothly but both the technician and the gentleman doing the estimate on sealing the house were friendly, polite, and just all around pleasant people. Their work was thorough and efficient. A very good way to start off a customer experience.
Great experience from the phone call to schedule to the actual service. Randall was super thorough and very respectful of our home and took the time to explain everything he was doing. Pricing was great as well!
Waco Orkin is like having your neighbor over to professionally service your home and make it fully protected. Our Technician Herbert has been the absolute best in every manner. He takes legit time to discuss any issues we might have and provides clear and consistent advice and guidance. We’re always happy to…
Israel was excellent,. He as very thorough. He listened and answered any questions I had. He was very professional, and he was on time.
I already had termite service with orkin. I really appreciate the fast service. The employee was helpful and very thorough on what was done and what to do if I have any other problems or concerns.
Dakota is the best, very knowledgeable and helpful!
Love your service. My Tech is awesome. Knowledgeable, kind, attentive to issues and always on time. Best contract I’ve committed to in a long time.
Showed up on time, professional
4/3/24—Orkin is still my pest and termite control company. Today they did a refresh on my termite control which was originally done over 10 years ago. My home will continue to be termite free. The techs are skilled and the service is great. Thanks, Orkin! Orkin has done my pest and termite control for many years.…
Good service at a good price. My technician is friendly and always asks what kind of insects i am seeing so that he can treat the property appropriately. Service is actually better than four stars, but cannot do fractional stars so has to go with four.
I have only had great experiences with Orkin. I have called them at random times and they always find time to come and treat the areas needed. The extermination has always worked. The technician assigned to my home communicates very well. He informs me before arriving and as he is leaving. I have been with Orkin for…
Excellent service. Friendly and professional technicians. Goes above and beyond ensuring your concerns are taken care of. Highly recommended.
Very friendly and informative service! I will definitely continue service and recommend to others. Orkin always answers the call and they are prompt with scheduling technician visits. The technicians are well informed and are very professional. I have had no complaints since signing up with them.
The general extermination services are excellent with trained, competent, professional personnel. Very reliable and effective!
Excellent service and takes care of all my concerns.
I have been using Orkin since moving back to Waco in 2019. Gary is the technician that services my Mom’s, my brother’s and my home. He is very professional and experienced. If I have a concern, Gary is knowledgeable and able to give me options available to me.
We have been with Orkin for several years and have never had any complaints. If we need them to come out and respray for any reason then they are very timely. The mosquito treatment is amazing and I would not go a summer without it. Our technician, Gary, is the absolute best! His customer service and friendly attitude can’t be beat!
The technician was friendly and professional a pleasure to work with.
I’m so pleased with the awesome service and assistance I receive from Orkin!
Gary does a great job keeping our home pest free!
This Orkin branch has been the absolute best at taking care of our pest problems. They are also very flexible in changing our appointment day if we are busy that day. We originally moved from the Ft. Worth area and we were about to drop Orkin because most of the time they would show up late if at all. This branch…
Tony came out to the house, cool down to earth guy, he treated our home and did a good job he explained everything he was doing in the process, we will ask for him come our next visit. As far as results go we shall see.
Awesome service, professional, and knowledgeable! Thank you!!!
They are great
Gary is awesome!! Always goes out of the way to make sure we are happy with the service. Very friendly!
We were very impressed Orkin was able to come to our house the day after I called them. Chris came out to our house perfectly on time. We told him about our bug dilemma and he went straight to work. Chris did an awesome job, not to mention on a Saturday of all days. If I could give 10 stars I would, great job Chris!
Very good and knew what he was talking about!
Very thorough inspection of the house
Gary is the best!!!
I guess that is what he did. Really not sure. That is what should have been done I think.
We have been loyal customers with Orkin for several years now and wouldn’t dream of going anywhere else. They are quick to respond and handle any situation we have. We are very satisfied with their services.
Thanks Orkin team. Great job.
Technician was courteous and a professional. Very knowledgeable in his job. This Technician is welcome to my house anytime.
Protection barrier inside and out
I have used Orkin for decades and always with great results, if problems not eliminated on the first trip, they’re back to finish it up. Gary has done a great job for us. I once thought I could do it by myself but then learned Orkin could fill my pest control needs faster, better and cheaper in the long run than I could, so I use Orkin.
Well worth the cost . I do not have to worry about bugs or termites.
Very professional and on time!! Love that! So many people who I know use their services. They come highly recommended. I feel good knowing my money is being spent for good quality services.
Orkin always goes a very professional job. Tommy Is very through and provides a great service. I am very pleased . Thank you for your having such a great service .
I am hoping it was good service, guess I won’t know until there are no bugs! Technician was amazing, and explained things very well.
I could not live in the country with out out Orkin pest control and specifically the technician that has gone over and above the call of duty on my account for over 25 years. Thanks Orrin, thank you Gary.
Super friendly and knowledgeable. He walked us through every step of the way. I am so thankful i finally called!
So thankful for our Orkin service guy! He was attentive, thoughtful, and efficient!
Great customer service. Very professional!
The service tech was one of the best at customer service I've met. He was always on time, engaging, and quick. I don't know about the rest of the company, but that guy was fantastic.
Tommy was very knowledgeable, informed me of everything he was using and doing while working also informed me how the services work and when to expect them back. Tommy took his time doing his job and making sure it was done right. I was very pleased with his work , his knowledge and how he kept me informed to as what he was doing and using.
This company and their technicians have always been very responsive to our needs. We live in one state and our home they service is in another. When ever we have had issues they have been right there to address them. our home is by a creek so there are times of the year that are more challenging then…
I was terribly disappointed with my service today. It was below freezing outside and the tech said instead of liquid he would use granules. He asked me to sign ahead of time so he wouldn’t have to bother me. He loaded granules into a hand held spreader and five minutes he was back at his truck emptying the granules…
They have been out 2 times that I know of, and haven’t put a dent in my ant problem. As a matter of fact I want to fire them.
Absolutely encourage everyone to use Orkin - James was helpful - knowledgeable & thorough.
He was quick and thourough
Tommy is my Orkin technician, he is very knowledgeable and professional! Highly recommend!
James was great. Explained what he would be doing for pest control, types of products used and how it's scheduled. Would highly recommend
Our Orkin man is very knowledgeable, and personable ... he provides exemplary service...
They came out twice and I still have an ant problem. I will probably discontinue the service.
Great service
Always friendly and they use spray that won't hurt children or our fur babies. I have them come on a regular basis. No bugs or spiders here!
Kevin was very personable and professional.
They were on time and very professional.
The technician was very polite and professional. We’ve been using them for months and have been very pleased with the results. Living out in the country we normally see lots of bugs in the house, but since using Orkin there have been very little activity in the big front.
Very professional and knowledgeable.
As always, my technician from Orkin, Israel, was fantastic! Friendly, professional, and prompt!
Tommy is the best tech ever! Orkin is so responsive and always takes care of us.
Israel is a wonderful technician who comes out and does a good job. I am satisfied with my service with Orkin.
Friendly knowledgeable and worked around my schedule
Gary always does a great job and is friendly. My dog Hunter n I consider him a friend.
The technician was professional and courteous. I really felt like they were thankful to have me as a customer. I would highly recommend this company to others. The technician went over the services in a clear and understandable way. He made sure we were well taken care of. Thank you Orkin!
My servicemen is always on time, friendly, and makes friend’s with my dog. Once, I had an issue with tiny ants coming up my sink and the service was out immediately. Orkin preformed service 60 miles away, before I moved to Waco, and still does for others. The service was for the same quarterly fee.
Absolutely great customer service from the new technician, Bryan, to my area. The professionalism was exceptional and informative about the entire service. Provided outstanding service to our homes. An exceptional young man that takes his job seriously. Service was the best ever. Keep up the great work. not to…
Always polite and efficient!
Courteous, respectful and thorough.
Tommy Hudson is the best in the business.
I loved my experience with Orkin. The technician was awesome. He was very good and polite and explained every detail of what he did. I’m very happy with Kevin.
Used orkin before in the past and have always been satisfied with their services over any other pest control companies. 5 star service. They get the job done and get it done right. Thank you orkin
Great to have James as our agent. He does a through job and pleasant to work with. ORKIN MUST BE TREATING HIM RIGHT .
I have crazy ants so bad and seems like the product doesn’t work on them! I don’t feel like it’s any sense paying for pest control and still have them so bad! They are everywhere! Not happy at all. At least Israel tries his best very nice man!
Very professional, and polite. Showed up early, and finished in a timely matter.
William was quite knowledgeable and he explained how he would proceed in future visits. I’m looking forward to many bugless years with Orkin.
Dependable service
Tommy does a great job.
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Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| General pest inspection | 261 | $58–$136 |
| Cockroach extermination | 197 | $86–$282 |
| Spider extermination | 187 | $73–$166 |
| Ant extermination | 186 | $86–$246 |
| Rodent extermination | 118 | $99–$371 |
| Bug & insect extermination | 108 | $66–$144 |
| Hornet & wasp extermination | 108 | $103–$282 |
| Home inspection | 85 | $66–$181 |