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The Bug Master 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%89+48.5Reliability 24%92+22.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%97+6.9Craft & service penalty88−1.2Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCORE

The Bug Master

Waco, TX · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #112Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 178 pest control services · 4.9★ from 731 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.

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.The Bug Master is better than 89% of pest control services.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.The Bug Master is better than 92% of pest control services.A
92
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.The Bug Master is better than 88% of pest control services.A
88
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.The Bug Master is better than 100% of pest control 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.The Bug Master is better than 100% of pest control services.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.The Bug Master is better than 97% of pest control services.A
97

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Customers hired The Bug Master for 8 kinds of job.

The Bug Master for flea & mite extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.41
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.88
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$20–40
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$131–$282
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 80/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Flea & mite 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.#50 / 111
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 41 Google reviews tagged “Flea & mite extermination” · showing 40

RonLocal Guide · 27 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 9 months ago★★★★★

He's a true professional, we have had the pleasure of his dedicated service for over 2 years and love it.

Paid $20–40Great priceRodent exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Dr.Local 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. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Mufasa is an excellent guy!!! Very professional and helpful. Ty

Termite exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Rafael1 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★★★★★

They were very responsive! Within a few minutes I had someone calling me to ask details of what I was needing for in terms of a service. From scheduling to the actual service it all happened over the span of a couple of days!

Bug & insect exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness
Heather5 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★★★★★

I've had their pest control services for the past 6 months and so far am extremely pleased with the results. Each technician has been friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. They have listened to my concerns, addressed each one, and fully explained what they are doing in-depth. Since we have been using them I…

Ant exterminationBee exterminationCockroach extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Laura2 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 5 years ago★★★★★

We get service every month. All bugs exterminated! Excellent service for a good price!!

Ant exterminationBee exterminationCockroach extermination+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Joyce12 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Excellent and fast service. Have used them for years at 3 different Austin area homes.

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Charles6 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. · 5 years ago★★★★

Quarterly service. Quick, thorough and courteous.

Flea & mite exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Dianna8 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

They have always been on time and here when I need them.

Ant exterminationFlea & mite exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Jj4 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Moved into a new home previous owners had pets, needed a treatment on my home, on time, well mannered, thanks so much!!

Cockroach exterminationFlea & mite exterminationMosquito extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Mike2 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Quint was a good technician, engaged with us, listened to us, and was thorough.

Cockroach exterminationFlea & mite exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Professionalism
Sean6 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Excellent service!!! Technician is the best I’ve ever had and knows his stuff. Company is very accommodating and have been extremely fast to respond when I’ve had an issue. Definitely recommend them!!

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Tammy13 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Daniel did a great job!

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Tiffany4 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

They have been a life saver! I love that I know the tech that is coming to my house! Eugene is super knowledgeable! We have been fighting fleas so bad and he has been dedicated to making sure my house is flea free !

Cockroach exterminationFlea & mite exterminationSpider extermination+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
KarenLocal Guide · 39 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. · 5 years ago★★★★

As far as I know just a routine monthly spray for bugs and treat for termites.

Ant exterminationFlea & mite exterminationSpider extermination
lee44054rlLocal Guide · 63 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

These guys are awesome. Terrance was friendly honest and very thorough. He made sure we knew all the information we needed to pick the right services for us. Have already recommended ro a couple people and will keep doing so.

Ant exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Patricia6 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Daniel was extremely thorough. We are a new customer and were impressed with the time he spent both inside and out. He is professional, knowledgeable and explained everything! We definitely made the right choice in using Bugmaster!

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
MariaLocal Guide · 15 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Hi ! I'm very happy with the work Orlando did today at our house. I prefer that he always come to my house to perform this service,very professional, responsable and knowledgeable about his work, very different from those who have come before! Thank you Orlando you did an excellent job!! María Suarez Junco.

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Amy3 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 years ago★★★★★

Chris was very professional. He was friendly and answered any question that I had. We will definitely use his services in the future. 5 Stars!!!!

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
Marc3 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 6 years ago★★★★★

Most professional. Always enjoy talking to the service tech and always has a can do attitude.

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination
Christy9 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 years ago★★★★★

These folks were quick, professional, and courteous. I recommend using this company!

Ant exterminationBed bug exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Macayla11 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 years ago★★★★★

We’ve been using BugMasters for a couple of months now. It originally started to treat a flea infestation, which was taken care of within a month! We are flea free! We also have a monthly service plan and the only pests we see are dead! We live in the country so there’s lots of spiders and water bugs, but they’re…

Cockroach exterminationFlea & mite exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
MikeLocal Guide · 9 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 6 years ago★★★★★

Marcus the representative was a outstanding guy very professional and explain what he was doing the whole time he was here and he help us out a lot thank you

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination
Katie1 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. · 6 years ago★★★★

I loved that they text when they are on their way and an approximate time of arrival. Very professional, social distanced, and work a mask. They were quick and efficient. Set up was easy for scheduling the service and creating the account.

Ant exterminationBee exterminationCockroach extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Alexis4 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 years ago★★★★★

Marquis was so friendly and very informative. Took the time to answer my questions very knowledgeable and informative. Highly recommend

Ant exterminationBed bug exterminationBee extermination
Frank3 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $40–60Reasonable priceFlea & mite exterminationGeneral pest inspection
kimberly6 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationBed bug exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Rosalie4 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★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Flea & mite exterminationRodent extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Marianne4 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationBed bug exterminationBee extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Dawn2 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationBed bug exterminationBee extermination+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Harry6 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Marissa7 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination
LizLocal 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationBee exterminationCockroach extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Craig1 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
TeriLocal Guide · 47 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationBed bug exterminationCockroach extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
FaisalLocal Guide · 118 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationBee exterminationCockroach extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Nicohl4 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationBee exterminationCockroach extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Deacon3 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Cockroach exterminationFlea & mite exterminationTermite inspection
Kenny1 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. · 6 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationFlea & mite extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
BiffLocal Guide · 39 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Ant exterminationFlea & mite exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
RoyLocal Guide · 114 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 years ago★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Bee exterminationFlea & mite exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Quality+ Professionalism

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Price

$50-59% vs typical pest control 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 41%Reasonable 56%Overpriced 0%Not sure 3%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Ant extermination94$86–$246
Spider extermination93$73–$166
Cockroach extermination62$86–$282
General pest inspection61$58–$136
Bug & insect extermination60$66–$144
Hornet & wasp extermination51$103–$282
Flea & mite extermination41$131–$282
Rodent extermination37$99–$371

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