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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 hornet & wasp extermination

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.51
★ 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.$100–120
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$103–$282
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 79/100.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.#103 / 141
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 51 Google reviews tagged “Hornet & wasp extermination” · showing 20

Mitzie6 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Bug Masters technician Mufasa was thorough, professional, and enthusiastic. He always executes his service as required and pays attention to any request of the homeowner. I couldn't ask for more.

Paid $100–120Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Juan11 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

He was very polite and professional knew I had dogs so called ahead to let me know so I could put them inside. Introduced himself and went right to work asked if I seen an increase in any type of pest.

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
JohnLocal Guide · 22 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★★★★★

Ecstatic with our service!! Setting it up was a breeze, we communicated with a real person via phone, text and email the whole time, including scheduling follow up services. We had Mufasa come out for our initial treatment and then a follow up. Mufasa was great. Very knowledgeable and helpful. I couldn’t have hoped…

Hornet & wasp exterminationAnt extermination
RayLocal Guide · 26 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 Best.

Hornet & wasp extermination
Rachel12 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★★★★★

Sterling did everything that I requested. I was pleased with his service.

Paid $20–40Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Yvonne9 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★★★★★

Richard is very professional and listened to my concerns. Very friendly and respectful and helpful.

Reasonable priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationGeneral pest inspection
JasonLocal Guide · 22 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★★★★★

On time, professional. Would highly recommend this company for their flexibility, their professionalism, and the fact that I don’t have any bugs ever in the house. They also use a dog safe product, which is important to me.

Hornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
DeaconLocal Guide · 4 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★★★★★

👍.

Bug & insect exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationSpider extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Logan8 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★★★★

Friendly, to the point, and able to help at between appointments at no extra cost. Sadly not a 5 star experience just yet, but it's due to lack of communication between the front, customer, and technician. It's wasp season as we know and I told the front about having nests and spiders around the outside of the home.…

Bug & insect exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Charlie2 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★★★★★

Art is a great guy and very professional

Bug & insect exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
DougLocal Guide · 32 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★★★★★

Excellent service and great technician. Been using them for several years.

Ant exterminationBug & insect exterminationHornet & wasp extermination
ShirleyLocal 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Mike is very knowledgeable about his job and the insects he exterminate. I can contact him anytime regarding his work or if I have questions. I would highly recommend him at Bug Master.

Cockroach exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Professionalism+ Value
Adrianna2 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★★★★★

Wonderful service. Did great job. Very polite and would recommend

Hornet & wasp extermination
P.3 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★★★★★

Mike is my guy and he is very professional and thorough. He found a bunch of wasps for yesterday. Very nice service. He needs a raise!!!

Ant exterminationHome inspectionHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Professionalism
MeaganLocal 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Valerie, our inspector/consultant, was very respectful and good at explaining everything we needed to control and get rid of the termites in our house. I like how she’ll answer any questions you have by text message as well. Also, Daniel, our termite trap installer and regular pest control guy is always very…

Ant exterminationCockroach exterminationHornet & wasp extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Michael1 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

This company left a great first impression. I called because we were having a paper wasp infestation. The person who took my call was professional and explained everything to me clearly. They set up my appointment for the very next day. The tech was professional and knowledgeable. They cost less than my last pest…

Hornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspectionSpider extermination+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Quynh9 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★★★★★

Phillip came out this month and gave a thorough treatment for my house inside and outside. I totally recommend this company.

Ant exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Stephanie7 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★★★★★

Technician was very personable and helpful.

Ant exterminationHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection
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

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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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