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Preventive Pest Control

Pest control service · Fountain Valley, CA · reviewed since 2012

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%89+48.5Reliability 24%87+21.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%51+3.6Craft & service penalty90−1Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.86SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#83 of 110 bed bug exterminatorsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 25%
4.9 ★★★★★ 792 Google reviews · 23 photos
92%five-star reviews
4.94★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.5%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
56%reviews answered by the owner
$100typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Preventive Pest Control at a glance

Google reviewers rate the company 4.9 out of 5 based on 792 reviews, with the owner responding to 56% of them. Customers frequently praise the punctuality, professionalism, and thoroughness of technicians during interior and exterior treatments, fumigation, and pest removal. They also highlight responsive communication, reasonable pricing, and effective results for ants, spiders, and other insects. Criticisms include inconsistent scheduling notifications, high staff turnover, and complaints about aggressive sales tactics or ineffective treatments for specific pests.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 792 reviews (92% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 792 Google reviews (489 with written comments, 1 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 56% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 6, 2026.
  • Service: Bed Bug Exterminator serving Fountain Valley, California.

Data from Google, last updated October 29, 2026.

Score profile vs other bed bug exterminators

Score per factor (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: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction89Reliability87Craft & service90Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews51Satisfaction: 89 (median 95)Reliability: 87 (median 95)Craft & service: 90 (median 97)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 51 (median 94)
Preventive Pest ControlBed Bug Exterminators median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Preventive Pest Control: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
89
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.Preventive Pest Control: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
87
Craft & serviceCraft & 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.Preventive Pest Control: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
90
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.Preventive Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 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.Preventive Pest Control: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.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.Preventive Pest Control: 51/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.C
51

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Star ratings

792 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars72692%
  • 4 stars446%
  • 3 stars101%
  • 2 stars51%
  • 1 star71%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 489 written reviews

  • Praise74098%
  • Complaints172%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1038%
  • Reasonable1454%
  • Overpriced28%
  • Not sure00%
$100-3% vs typical bed bug exterminators

Middle half of what 14 customers paid ($75–$124) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude24733%
  • Quality & results18224%
  • Speed & response11816%
  • Would recommend8011%
  • Communication588%
  • Price & value395%
  • Honesty & trust334%

What customers talk about

We read 489 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “It was our second service and Eliseo was great - knowledgeable and thorough.”
  • “I really appreciated his attention to detail and great customer service.”
    “The worst experience I have ever had.”
  • “He was quick, and efficient, and even listened to me as he worked at one point.”
  • “From scheduling our initial appointment to getting the first spray done, 10/10 experience.”
    “Stay away from this company.”
  • “I was walked through the process, updated accordingly, and answered all my questions promptly.”
  • “Preventive pest control has excellent customer service and reasonable prices.”
    “Super accommodating, good service, not too expensive.”
  • “It’s always like this with these guys — they’re responsive, reliable and great to work with.”

People customers mention

  • Preventative 7 reviews
  • Brian 6 reviews
  • Elliot 5 reviews
  • Noah 5 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Preventive Pest Control for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Ricardo7 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 months ago★★★★★

Preventive Pest Control does a great job, Mathew R is very detailed in fumigation of our home

Paid $80–100Great price
Jackie6 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 months ago★★★★★

From scheduling our initial appointment to getting the first spray done, 10/10 experience. Everyone was so kind and helpful with setting up my account, scheduling etc. Highly recommend.

Paid $40–60Great price
Kerri7 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Raul did a thorough inspection and came up some great solutions to solve the pest problems!

Paid $100–120Great priceService not listed
Marlene8 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★★★★★

Our tech Brandon was very helpful and we felt a lot of work was done. He took his time and it was very professional. Thank you so much.

Paid $140–160Reasonable priceFlea & mite exterminationMosquito extermination
Kathy2 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★★★★★

I have been using Preventive since 2014. Larry is my regular tech, and he is so thorough with his work. Very pleased with everything he takes care of.

Paid $80–100Reasonable priceService not listed
kevinLocal Guide · 34 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★★★★★

Christopher was on time and very communicative. Explained everything that was being done . Easy going can tell he is passionate about his work . Highly recommended.

Paid $100–120Great price

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 792 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
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Rajiv Gupta7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rajiv has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Courteous and efficient. Quarterly spray inside and outside.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you, Rajiv! We appreciate your kind words about our courteous and efficient service. It’s great to hear you’re satisfied with the quarterly spray.

Jerry Pokracki1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Jerry has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Mark D. Was fantastic. Polite, friendly, and professional. He was quick, and efficient, and even listened to me as he worked at one point. Very courteous young man. You guys have a keeper there! God Bless you all!

  • Services: Service not listed
  • Pest type: Ants, Rodents, Spiders, Mosquitoes
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you, Jerry! We appreciate your kind words about Mark. It's great to hear he made such a positive impression with his professionalism and attentiveness. Your support means a lot to us!

Cindie Z1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Cindie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

It was our second service and Eliseo was great - knowledgeable and thorough.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $40–60
  • Services: Service not listed
  • Pest type: Ants, Spiders
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you, Cindie! We're glad to hear that you had a great experience with Eliseo!

Marty Kendrick3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Marty has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

These guys always do a great job. Matthew did an excellent job.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Mosquito extermination
  • Pest type: Ants, Termites, Spiders, Mosquitoes
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so glad to hear that Matthew provided excellent service. It's always our goal to ensure our customers are satisfied. We appreciate your support!

Team CATALYST2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Team has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very professional, responsive and recommended. 5 stars!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for the fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that you found our service professional and responsive. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

Bruce GrossmanLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bruce has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Eliseo was very good today on the Re-visit to help us re ants. Good job, good advice, as always doing a complete job.

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Eliseo provided excellent service during your recent visit. It's great to know his advice and thoroughness made a positive impact. Your feedback is much appreciated!

Pam Idom2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Pam has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Elliot at Preventative Pest Control was wonderful to work with! He was very professional, helpful, and friendly. He took the time to listen to my concerns about spiders and other bugs around our home and yard and addressed each one as needed. I really appreciated his attention to detail and great customer service. Highly recommend Elliot!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Pam! It’s fantastic to hear that Elliot provided such professional and attentive service. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are glad he could address your concerns effectively. Your satisfaction is important to us!

Eric8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Eric has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I called Preventive on a Tuesday afternoon about a pest issue, and they were out first thing Wednesday morning to take care of it. It’s always like this with these guys — they’re responsive, reliable and great to work with. Shout out to Jonathan and the entire team for always taking such good care of us. Highly recommend!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for your fantastic feedback, Eric! We're delighted to hear that you found our team, especially Jonathan, to be responsive and reliable. It's great to know that we could assist you promptly with your pest issue. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

Sandra AndrewsLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sandra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Making the appointment was easy. Roger the technician was great! He called to give me a heads up and arrived on time. He did a great job and my dogs really liked him! Preventative Pest Control will definitely be my go to! Highly recommend!!!

  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Sandra! We're delighted to hear that you found the appointment process easy and that Roger made a positive impression. It’s great to know he was timely and did a fantastic job, especially with your dogs. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

Homan H3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Homan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

i would highly recommend. from their staff over the phone and staff that performed the service, i only experienced professional and knowledgeable people! i had ants, spider and silverfish! they got rid of the ants on first service and have come back several times and have gotten rid of the other pest, hence, they stand true to their guarantee!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for the fantastic review! It’s wonderful to hear that you found our team to be professional and knowledgeable, both over the phone and in the field. We're glad to know that our service made a difference in tackling those pests. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

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