Pest control service · Birmingham, AL · reviewed since 2018
iHow 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%97+52.9Reliability 24%98+23.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%64+4.5Experts Score= 95Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#141 of 363 pest control servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 61%
5.0★★★★★427 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
7%reviews answered by the owner
$214typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Customers report that the company handles various pest issues, including rodents, ants, and termites, with prompt scheduling and thorough treatments. Reviewers frequently praise the staff for clear communication, professional demeanor, and reasonable pricing, noting that services often resolve problems quickly. One negative review criticized a lack of follow-up after a treatment failed to eliminate roaches, highlighting a communication breakdown with a technician.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 427 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 427 Google reviews (355 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 7% of reviews.
Most recent review: September 22, 2026.
Service: Pest Control Service serving Birmingham, Alabama.
Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.
Score profile vs other pest control services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.
Peskies Pest ControlPest Control Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.Peskies Pest Control: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
97
ReliabilityiReliability · 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.Peskies Pest Control: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
98
Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.Peskies Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
100
ValueiValue · 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.Peskies Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · 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.Peskies Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Peskies Pest Control: 64/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.B
64
Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.
Star ratings
427 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars42299%
4 stars31%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star20%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 355 written reviews
100%praise
Praise797100%
Complaints40%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price1250%
Reasonable1146%
Overpriced00%
Not sure14%
$214+98% vs typical pest control services
Middle half of what 13 customers paid ($96–$371) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude23930%
Quality & results14618%
Would recommend14218%
Speed & response12315%
Communication658%
Honesty & trust445%
Price & value425%
What customers talk about
We read 355 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Travis is a great guy—very friendly, professional, and excellent to work with!”
“They were very thorough and informative throughout the entire process, making sure to explain everything clearly.”
“Based on my experience so far, I highly recommend Peskies Pest Control.”
“Could not recommend him and Peskies more!”
“They handled all of my pest problems quickly and effectively.”
“He is so friendly, explains everything and is very patient when doing his work; very knowledgeable.”
“The owner, Michael, is super knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely looks to resolve your pest issues as quickly and throughly as possible.”
“Had termites should be gone best service ever on time affordable!”
People customers mention
Michael36 reviews
Mike6 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Peskies Pest Control for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Norma4 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Very thorough very helpful
Considerate of family
Best of all pest services I have had
Paid $100–120Reasonable priceHome inspectionSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Amanda4 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Best pest control company ever! I've been using them for over two years and haven't seen a single bug inside the house. Their exterior treatment works so well that I don't even need inside spraying anymore. Nothing running around on the porches or outside either (even in the summer months). Highly recommend!
Paid $80–100Great priceBug & insect extermination
DawnLocal Guide · 14 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
We highly recommend Peskie’s! When we called, we were at our wits end with the squirrel who found his way into our attic. Michael came out and set a trap and sealed up the fur guy’s entrance; less than 24 hours afterwards, the squirrel got caught in the trap! And Michael returned to get the squirrel out very…
Sarah1 reviewiTotal 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★★★★★
We love Peskies! We use their quarterly pest control service and haven’t had any bug issues since we started 3 years ago. They automatically schedule the service and send reminders, so I never have to check-in or follow-up when it’s time for treatment. Everyone that has come out to treat our home has also been so…
Paid $100–120Reasonable priceTermite inspectionGeneral pest inspection
Nicole2 reviewsiTotal 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★
Michael and Peskies were prompt and were super helpful when we were in need with a quick turnaround and great communication. Highly recommend.
Paid $200+Reasonable priceTermite inspection
Joshua3 reviewsiTotal 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★
Very thankful for their prompt and thorough survives that Peskies and Michael provided when we were in a time crunch. Great communication as well.
I highly recommend Peskies Pest Control! They were very thorough and informative throughout the entire process, making sure to explain everything clearly. They handled all of my pest problems quickly and effectively. Travis is a great guy—very friendly, professional, and excellent to work with!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Home inspection, Termite inspection, General pest inspection, Bug & insect extermination
Pest type: Ants, Termites, Rodents, Cockroaches, Spiders, Bed bugs, Mosquitoes, Other
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you Conner! We strive to provide 100% customer satisfaction for everyone! We appreciate your feedback!
Stephanie Ozgun5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Stephanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Justin is wonderful!! He is so friendly, explains everything and is very patient when doing his work; very knowledgeable. We have had pest service and termite service for years prior to Peskies and none could come begin to compare.
Services: Home inspection, Termite inspection
Sydney Handley9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sydney has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I could not recommend Peskies enough! Michael and his team are great. We had an ant colony decide to bunk with us in our bedroom and they were out quickly to get us diagnosed and taken care of. Customer service is phenomenal.
Price assessment: Great price
Pest type: Ants
Norma Kay Sprayberry4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Norma has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Justin was very thorough, took the time to explain everything to us. Was concerderate about the best way to move forward. When we are very thankful for him and this company.
Price assessment: Great price
Pest type: Cockroaches
Eric AdamsLocal Guide · 12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Eric has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Best pest control company ever! I've been using them for over two years and haven't seen a single bug inside the house. Their exterior treatment works so well that I don't even need inside spraying anymore. Nothing running around on the porches or outside either (even in the summer months). Highly recommend!
Price assessment: Great price
Price: $80–100
Services: Bug & insect extermination
Angelica Caldwell4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Angelica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
