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%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.91SCOREThe 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.
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Customers hired The Bug Master for 8 kinds of job.
The Bug Master for spider extermination
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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.
He's a true professional, we have had the pleasure of his dedicated service for over 2 years and love it.
Sterling is doing a great job trying to deal with our major issue of spiders. It has been an uphill battle with a new construction home but he is doing h his best to address our concerns.
Sterling did everything that I requested. I was pleased with his service.
Mufasa is the sweetest and very thorough with his work
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.
Mufasa is an excellent guy!!! Very professional and helpful. Ty
Very friendly and do a great job if I tell him about some unwanted bugs I saw he get on it Thanks
Service was great as usual. Had a return tech Robert today for our appointment. Robert you where great. In todays world to have someone in our home we can trust and feel safe is a huge plus, You provide that too Very professional but personable.
Mat is very respectful and thorough and always asks if we need anything in addition.
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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.…
I really appreciate the great job The Bug Masters do! We have been utilizing their service for a year now and have never been disappointed.
Excellent service and great technician. Been using them for several years.
The service pro was awesome. He communicated with us along the way and confirmed what he did when he was finished. Very thorough!
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!!!
Since setting up a maintenance schedule; our bug and ant issues have gotten under control. The service is fantastic with polite, respectful, and knowledgeable employees who care about helping people.
Our Exterminator Mike is wonderful, very friendly ,informative and thorough. Very Professional....
Good job thanks
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…
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…
Service was excellent and was very easy to work with. I appreciate their knowledge and their patience with all my questions. Thanks again!
Technician was very personable and helpful.
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…
We get service every month. All bugs exterminated! Excellent service for a good price!!
Very thorough and courteous service by the technician.
Our Bugmaster rep is Phillip and he is fantastic. He is professional, courteous, always on time and does a thorough, great job! He is very knowledgeable and always answers all of my questions. We live in the country and never know what type of critter might show up next —but Phillip and BugMaster are always there for us!
The backyard was sprayed using the canister and not the hose from the truck, which provides a better coverage. The time of the service appeared to be much faster than usual. Was informed I would be receiving an electronic invoice, which normally is sent to me within a two or three day window. I am still waiting for…
He was very polite, professional, and went straight to work. The gentleman took care of everything we asked him too in a timely matter and followed up when he was complete. Thank you very much for your services.
Excellent and fast service. Have used them for years at 3 different Austin area homes.
Quarterly service. Quick, thorough and courteous.
They have always been on time and here when I need them.
Thank you fir three years of great service!
Very professional and helpful. Pleasant and friendly.
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!!
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 !
Excellent service as usual!
Bug Master has gone above and beyond to take care of the insects and pest around our home. Our technician Chris is always very friendly, on time, and goes the extra mile in taking care of any of my most current pest issues. After years of searching for a quality pest company, I’m very happy and pleased to have found Bug Master.
Friendly and professional service from Chris. Pleased with the service provided, it's working great.
As far as I know just a routine monthly spray for bugs and treat for termites.
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Ant extermination | 94 | $86–$246 |
| Spider extermination | 93 | $73–$166 |
| Cockroach extermination | 62 | $86–$282 |
| General pest inspection | 61 | $58–$136 |
| Bug & insect extermination | 60 | $66–$144 |
| Hornet & wasp extermination | 51 | $103–$282 |
| Flea & mite extermination | 41 | $131–$282 |
| Rodent extermination | 37 | $99–$371 |