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Upfront Pest 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 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE

Upfront Pest

Kansas City, MO · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #27Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 315 pest control services · 5.0★ from 149 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: reliability.

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.Upfront Pest is better than 99% of pest control services.A
99
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.Upfront Pest is better than 99% of pest control services.A
99
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.Upfront Pest is better than —% of pest control services.–
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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.Upfront Pest 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.Upfront Pest 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.Upfront Pest is better than —% of pest control services.–
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Customers hired Upfront Pest for 8 kinds of job.

Upfront Pest for general pest inspection

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.27
★ 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.$20–40
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$61–$133
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 84/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “General pest inspection”: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.#125 / 272
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 27 Google reviews tagged “General pest inspection” · showing 20

Zach5 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★

My wife and I have been nothing but pleased with the service. As far as price compared to service quality, Upfront is a no brainer. My neighborhood has a huge problem with wasps, he came out and knocked them all down and finished it off with a pheromone they stay away from. He also took care of the ants/spiders. I’d…

Paid $20–40Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
RandallLocal 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Quick response for service. Did a very thorough assessment and treatment on first application. Looking forward to be mosquito free and be able to enjoy our backyar.

Paid $60–80Reasonable priceGeneral pest inspectionMosquito exterminationBug & insect extermination
Karson3 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Highly recommend! He was actually my soccer coach back in the day, so it’s pretty cool having him as my pest control guy now. Super reliable, easy to work with, and always does a great job. Definitely someone you can trust! Also, very cost effective.

Paid $20–40Great priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionAnt extermination
David3 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Upfront provided excellent service, on time, for a very reasonable amount, less than I had been paying.

Paid $60–80Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Alyssa5 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★★★★★

Super helpful! They were very communicative & able to come out quickly. Very thorough initial visit taking care of everything & they answered all my questions! Thank you!

Hornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
PatriciaLocal Guide · 18 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★★★★★

I started using UPFRONT PEST control in August 2025, utilizing their yearly plan, which includes four visits + if any bugs are spotted inside they will come back out to rectify. Kansas City weather is erratic, with all the rain we’ve had this spring no problems. Josh has done a great job inside and out. I highly recommend him.

Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
MorganLocal Guide · 53 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★★★★★

We were very pleased with the pest service Josh provided! It was affordable and he communicated expectations well. We would definitely recommend his company to others!

Paid $20–40Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Jeffery9 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 4 months ago★★★★★

Josh was very pleasant to talk with. He arrived within the time window that was set and began working at once. He talked to me about what he was doing and explained the process he followed. We are very pleased with the quick appointment time, customer service, and professionalism. Thank you!

Paid $20–40Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Kristin4 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 months ago★★★★★

Thorough, responsive, and friendly at a great cost. Couldn’t ask for better service! Highly recommend.

Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationFlea & mite extermination
KellyLocal Guide · 20 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★★★★★

On time, super friendly, knowledgeable, genuine, what more could you ask for???! I am very impressed!

Paid $100–120Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationRodent exterminationSpider extermination
Dakota8 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★★★★★

Had an excellent experience with UpFront Pest and wanted to share for anyone dealing with similar issues. We were having problems with ants (inside and outside), spiders, and wasps, and after submitting the initial intake, they got us scheduled incredibly fast. Josh, was simply phenomenal. He was kind,…

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Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Danielle10 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★★★★★

Incredible service! The pricing is great and everything that comes with the packages had us sold. Josh is also very friendly and professional. We will definitely be recommending him to anyone who needs pest control services!

Paid $20–40Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
PhillipLocal 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Josh was great. Clear communication, on time, and got the job done. Couldn't have asked for a better service. Highly recommend.

Paid $20–40Great priceGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect exterminationAnt extermination
Kendall7 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★★★★★

Great customer service and great service provided! Looking forward to working with Josh.

Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Susan8 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★★★★★

Like most people, I am a creature of habit and do not like change. Since I moved, I have had nothing but change. I needed pest control and received a sort of Christmas card from Upfront Pest. I set it aside for the Spring. They promote upfront advertised pricing that the big companies don’t. I went online,…

Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Carly7 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 7 months ago★★★★★

Josh is great to work with! Fast, friendly and always professional! It’s also nice to work with a locally owned business! Hire Josh today for your bug needs. We have never been happier with our bug needs!

Great priceGeneral pest inspection
Thomas6 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★★★★★

In my business, I work with Plyers and vendors and service companies multiple times every day. I can honestly say that I do not believe I have ever met a business owner more committed to his craft, more thoughtful, more professional, and more understanding of a customer‘s needs than Upfront Pest Control and it’s…

Paid $20–40Great priceTermite exterminationSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspection
Tracy2 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★★★★★

Amazing service!! We needed service fast and Josh added us to his schedule within days of me calling. He’s very friendly and professional. I highly recommend Upfront Pest!

Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Lauren1 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 just moved here cross-country and had my first service with Upfront Pest. Josh was incredibly welcoming and made a great first impression. He was polite, communicative, and quick while still being thorough. It’s nice to feel taken care of right away in a new place!

Paid $100–120Great priceSpider exterminationGeneral pest inspectionBug & insect extermination
Lisa5 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★★★★★

Friendly, good customer service. Josh pointed out things that we had not noticed.

Paid $100–120Great priceHornet & wasp exterminationGeneral pest inspection

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Price

$35-69% 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 90%Reasonable 10%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
General pest inspection27$61–$133
Bug & insect extermination26$61–$141
Hornet & wasp extermination22$96–$282
Spider extermination17$83–$173
Ant extermination14$81–$246
Rodent extermination4$86–$323
Mosquito extermination3$66–$106
Cockroach extermination2$81–$282

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