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We graded 9 companies on seven things customers actually report: satisfaction, reliability, workmanship, value, momentum, track record and how owners handle complaints.
From 165,640 Google reviews of 240 top-rated wildlife removal services nationwide; 9 of them in Albany, OR. Updated November 3, 2026.
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Experts Score 0–100Experts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. and a letter grade per factor (A = top 20% of wildlife removal services).
| # | Company | ScoreExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. | FactorsFactor grades, in orderSatisfaction (54%): Recency-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.Reliability (24%): How 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.Craft & service (0%): Google 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.Value (14%): Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Momentum (0%): Penalises 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.Replies to reviews (7%): How 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.One letter per factor score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = below 20. | ★Google star rating as shown on Google Maps. | Typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews). |
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| 1 |  Bravo! Pest ControlAlbany, OR | A 100How 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%100+58.7Reliability 26%100+26.1Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 100Not 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. | AAAAA– | 5.00 | $159 |
| 2 |  Kanga Pest Control - SalemAlbany, OR | A 98How 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 64%97+61.6Reliability 28%99+28Replies to reviews 8%100+8.2Experts Score= 98Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AA––AA | 4.97 | — |
| 3 |  H3 Pest ControlAlbany, OR | A 97How 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%98+25.6Value 15%89+13.5Experts Score= 97Not 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. | AA–AA– | 5.00 | $230 |
| 4 |  Pointe Pest Control - AlbanyAlbany, OR | A 90How 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%92+50.2Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty97−0.3Momentum penalty65−3.5Experts Score= 90Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAABA | 4.93 | $116 |
| 5 |  High Five Pest ControlAlbany, OR | A 89How 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%92+50.2Reliability 24%89+21.6Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%83+5.9Craft & service penalty99−0.1Momentum penalty75−2.5Experts Score= 89Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAABA | 4.94 | $89 |
| 6 |  The Killers Pest Control SalemAlbany, OR | A 85How 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%88+48Reliability 24%86+20.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%70+4.9Craft & service penalty75−2.5Experts Score= 85Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AABAAB | 4.84 | $112 |
| 7 |  PURCOR Pest SolutionsAlbany, OR | A 83How 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%83+45.3Reliability 24%80+19.4Value 14%82+11.6Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Momentum penalty93−0.7Experts Score= 83Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AA–AAA | 4.84 | $140 |
| 8 |  Axiom Eco-Pest ControlAlbany, OR | A 81How 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%86+46.9Reliability 24%82+19.9Value 14%95+13.4Replies to reviews 7%7+0.5Experts Score= 81Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AA–AAF | 4.86 | $131 |
| 9 |  Victory Pest Control, IncAlbany, OR | A 81How 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%87+51.1Reliability 26%76+19.8Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty49−5.1Experts Score= 81Not 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. | ABCAA– | 4.87 | — |
What customers paid, from the price Google asks reviewers to report.
| Job | Low25th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid less than this. | TypicalMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range). | High75th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid more than this. | FairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”. |
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| General pest inspection | $63 | $96 | $126 | 98% |
| Spider extermination | $58 | $96 | $136 | 99% |
| Ant extermination | $76 | $131 | $246 | 98% |
| Rodent extermination | $75 | $151 | $323 | 98% |
| Bug & insect extermination | $71 | $103 | $144 | 98% |
| Hornet & wasp extermination | $81 | $128 | $246 | 98% |
| Home inspection | $68 | $111 | $161 | 98% |
| Cockroach extermination | $79 | $125 | $196 | 99% |
| Mosquito extermination | $66 | $86 | $106 | 98% |
| Termite inspection | $81 | $214 | $371 | 98% |
| Flea & mite extermination | $81 | $161 | $323 | 98% |
| Termite extermination | $214 | $282 | $426 | 98% |
How the 9 wildlife removal services we rated in Albany, OR compare, and what customers praise most.
A = score 80+, F = below 20.
Average stars per company.
Share of Google review highlights.
All price verdicts left with reviews.
Share calling it great / reasonable / overpriced.
Satisfaction (54%) — Recency-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.
Reliability (24%) — How 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.
Craft & service (penalty, up to −10) — Google 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.
Value (14%) — Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.
Momentum (penalty, up to −10) — Penalises 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.
Replies to reviews (7%) — How 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 9 best-rated wildlife removal services in Albany, OR average 4.9★ on Google across 8,515 reviews. Bravo! Pest Control has the top rating (5.0★), and Pointe Pest Control - Albany has the most reviews (5,912). Updated November 2, 2026.
9 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (8,515 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
“Eddie came out and treated our home for spiders and ants, I am so happy with the results. His efficiency and kindness really set the standard. I love how the spray dries quickly and is kid/pet friendly making it more…” — Google review
“Jazmin and the Kanga crew are simply amazing. Thank you all so much for your hard work and dedication!!!!! I cannot recommend these guys enough.” — Google review
“Pointe has always been responsive when I need them. They my regular seasonal treatment but also any time I need them in between. They sure help us keep our home clean and clear from pests. Even when the bugs keep…” — Google review
“Kaylee did a great job at making sure she understood my needs for my upcoming appointment. Axiom is a great company to work with.” — Google review
“We finally got a chance to meet Alvin in person. He explained everything he has been doing for us. Alvin is very thorough. He took time to answer questions and concerns. We appreciate his hard work. Thank you!” — Google review
“Very Happy with High Five Pest Control. I visits from the country mice in our weekend place weee unacceptable- the service plan was a good way to go!” — Google review
“I called H3 pest control to handle my spider problem at my house in Eugene to my surprise while they were here they found I had an infestation of rats in my crawl space. They were able to give me a quote on fixing…” — Google review
“He is a very nice person He is very polite always on time and ask is there's anything else I need and keep me informed and I can text him anytime. Do not have pictures” — Google review
“Serviced our house for ants and have had no issues since. Excellent service, super kind. Can't seem to get ahold of them for another appointment though 😅” — Google review
We scan Google Maps for wildlife listings in and around Albany, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
Bravo! Pest Control has the highest Google rating on our Albany list: 5.0 out of 5 from 315 reviews (as of November 2, 2026).
Pointe Pest Control - Albany has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 5,912, with a 4.9★ average.
Only open Albany-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.
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