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Plunkett's Pest Control 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%87+47.5Reliability 24%80+19.4Value 14%98+13.9Replies to reviews 7%79+5.6Craft & service penalty99−0.1Momentum penalty60−4Experts Score= 82Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.82SCORE

Plunkett's Pest Control

Cedar Rapids, IA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #286Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 389 wildlife removal services · 4.9★ from 210 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: craft & service and value; weakest: momentum.

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.Plunkett's Pest Control is better than 87% of wildlife removal services.A
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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.Plunkett's Pest Control is better than 80% of wildlife removal services.A
80
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.Plunkett's Pest Control is better than 99% of wildlife removal services.A
99
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.Plunkett's Pest Control is better than 98% of wildlife removal 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.Plunkett's Pest Control is better than 60% of wildlife removal services.B
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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.Plunkett's Pest Control is better than 79% of wildlife removal services.B
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Customers hired Plunkett's Pest Control for 8 kinds of job.

Plunkett's Pest Control for hornet & wasp extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.33
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$140–160
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$83–$246
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 “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.#76 / 246
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 33 Google reviews tagged “Hornet & wasp extermination” · showing 20

MichaelLocal 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. · 3 days ago★★★★★

These guys are professionals who having been doing this for years, have experience, and know what to do . I had a serious mice problem in my garage. They got rid of the mice and now are providing year round mice mitigation in addition to preventing the wasps and hornets from taking over. Zero issues since they have…

Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
Jessica5 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 month ago★★★★★

Zach Wiegel from Plunketts is awesome!! Taken care of multiple pest issues outside of routine service, including a gianormous yellow jacket nest we found in the ground. Helpful and friendly, highly recommend!!!

Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
StefanieLocal Guide · 42 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★★★★★

Amazing service! Answers calls quickly, very professional and reliable. Glad to have met someone who does their job thoroughly without direction or supervision. Best prices in town! Trust him explicitly to work on my properties without me having to be present. I will hire him again and again for ALL my properties in need of these services!

Paid $120–140Great priceHornet & wasp extermination
Tim5 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★★★★★

Not sure what we paid, ended going to a yearly package while the dude was here. He did a great job with the bees and apparently with the asian beetles as there are 100's laying around the foundation of the house. Very satisfied!!

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationBee extermination
Beth7 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★★★★★

We had some unexpected visitors recently. Some yellow jackets thought it would be fun to set up house in our side porch. We objected. Plus our dog liked snapping @ them. Not ok. We called Plunkett’s and spoke with Joe who explained everything about getting rid of our guests. In addition, there was a seven day…

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceHornet & wasp extermination
Susan6 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’ve been very happy with the service I’ve received. Bryce has been very professional and nice to share my concerns with.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
Paula1 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. · a year ago★★★★★

I was very happy with Plunkett's Pest Control. They were professional & honest. What impressed me, I was quoted one price, and when they saw that I was in a townhouse, smaller than an average home, they did not charge me the full amount. I will call them next year, as I was very pleased with them.

Paid $160–180Reasonable priceHornet & wasp extermination
John3 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★★★★★

Came out quickly and took care of the bee problem

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHornet & wasp extermination
Tyler9 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★★★★★

Justin does a great job of scheduling. He comes as quickly as possible to service any part of the house. We have had issue with bees and ants that he has taken care of. He is also friendly with kids.

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp extermination
EricLocal Guide · 54 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★★★★★

The Technician was will inform and knowledgeable.. Very nice technician and polite. They were very quick to come and take care of the situation.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
Christine5 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★★★★★

Plunketts always does excellent and dependable work!

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHornet & wasp extermination
Jim6 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★★★★★

Rapid response. Professional service with great advice.

Paid $200+Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination
Sam9 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 was infested with wasps and yellow jackets. They came out and treated and I haven't seen one since! The tech was extremely helpful and very nice. He went above and beyond!

Paid $120–140Not sureHornet & wasp extermination
Mitchell3 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★★★★★

Called about a wasp problem. Very efficient and knowledgeable. Solved by issue on the first attempt. Extremely happy with their service.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceHornet & wasp extermination
Sandy5 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★★★★★

Prompt, professional service. They came back multiple times to quell wasps on my front portale. Highly recommend them!

Hornet & wasp extermination
Kim3 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 was extremely pleased with the services that Plunkett's Pest Control provided me this summer. I had an underground wasp nest that was difficult to treat due to the nest extending under a vinyl fence. Brandon made multiple trips to treat the nest and brought in other co-workers to make sure the treatment was…

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp extermination
Karla5 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★★★★★

Deron was pleasant and very professional, thank you so much!

Paid $120–140Reasonable priceHome inspectionHornet & wasp extermination
JanaeLocal Guide · 36 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 great to work with. Adam is awesome to work with. He's knowledgeable and informational. Always gets to my clients in a timely manner.

Home inspectionHornet & wasp exterminationRodent extermination+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
Quinton1 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★★★★★

Alex was great. Did exactly what I needed done, and even gave me a good deal. He's definitely a nice guy and knows what he's doing.

Hornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
C2 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★★★★★

Polite and friendly staff that are willing to answer questions and assist with any issues. They are extremely efficient as well.

Ant exterminationBug & insect exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Professionalism

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Price

$214+98% 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 29%Reasonable 66%Overpriced 3%Not sure 3%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Rodent extermination41$79–$323
Hornet & wasp extermination33$83–$246
Spider extermination22$61–$136
General pest inspection22$63–$128
Bug & insect extermination21$71–$139
Home inspection21$71–$173
Ant extermination17$79–$246
Cockroach extermination11$81–$199

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