69/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 8,518 Google reviews, the most in South River.
Best Pest Control Companies in South River, NJ (2026)
287 pest control companies ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in South River: Anchor Pest Control, CR Score 69/100; 5.0★ from 8,518 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): All Platinum Termite & Pest Control, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 287.
- 5
Most-reviewed: Viking Pest Control, 5,032 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 287 ranked after Anchor Pest Control; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
287 South River pest control companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 104 are open 24/7, 220 open Saturdays and 147 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 287 rated businesses.
Top 10 pest control companies in South River at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anchor Pest Control | 69 | 5.0★ (8,518) | East Brunswick, 1 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | All Platinum Termite & Pest Control | 62 | 4.9★ (1,452) | Staten Island, 14 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Mosquito Squad of Central New Jersey | 62 | 4.9★ (425) | Edison, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Proactive Pest Control | 62 | 4.9★ (190) | Edison, 5 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Viking Pest Control | 62 | 5.0★ (5,032) | Bound Brook, 13 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 6 | OnGuard Pest Control | 62 | 5.0★ (352) | Staten Island, 11 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Bowco Laboratories Inc. | 61 | 5.0★ (1,716) | Woodbridge, 10 mi away | Sat | — |
| 8 | Environmina Pest Control LLC | 61 | 4.9★ (240) | Middlesex, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Cooper Pest Solutions | 60 | 4.8★ (2,040) | Trenton, 22 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | E&G Exterminators | 60 | 4.6★ (236) | South Amboy, 6 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 287 best pest control companies in South River, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Staten Island, 14 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,452 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Edison, 8 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 425 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Edison, 5 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 190 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Bound Brook, 13 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5,032 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Staten Island, 11 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 352 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Woodbridge, 10 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 1,716 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Middlesex, 10 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 240 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Trenton, 22 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 2,040 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in South Amboy, 6 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 236 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#11 Uma Pest Control
Based in Rahway, 12 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 165 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Edison, 5 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Matawan, 8 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 676 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in East Brunswick, 1 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 150 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in East Brunswick, 1 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 389 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Bridgewater, 13 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 1,589 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Perth Amboy, 12 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 479 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Edison, 15 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 253 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Bridgewater, 13 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 1,233 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Linden, 15 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,024 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Metuchen, 7 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 235 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#22 Terminix
Based in Trenton, 23 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 1,086 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Edison, 6 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 122 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Linden, 15 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 399 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Staten Island, 17 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 114 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Pest control companies ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 287 ranked pest control companies here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving South River
20 more pest control companies within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| A Bug Stop | 5.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| Ace Walco Termite & Pest Control | 5.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| Aliminator Pest Control | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| All Pro Pest Management LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| Dependable Pest Management Services | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Eco Pest Control of Staten Island | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| GAM Bed Bug Exterminator Staten Island | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Jones & Jones Exterminating | 4.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| K & J Pest Control | 4.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| Loyal Pest Control Systems | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Ozane Pest Management | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Pest Control Newark NJ | 5.0★ (2) | 23 mi |
| Pest Elimination Systems Technology Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Pestmaster Downtown Newark | 5.0★ (2) | 23 mi |
| Protex Termite & Pest Control | 5.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| Staten Island NY Bedbug Roach Ant Termite Mice Pest Control Exterminator | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Union NJ Spider Centipede Cricket Flies Bees Flea Pest Control | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Western Pest Services | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| Yellow Jacket Termite & Pest Control LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Yes Pest Control Inc. | 1.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
How we ranked South River pest control companies
We scored 287 South River pest control companies on ten factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 3, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In South River data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
Pest control companies in South River: frequently asked questions
Who is the best pest control company in South River?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked pest control company in South River, NJ is Anchor Pest Control with a CR Score of 69/100. It has 5.0★ from 8,518 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. All Platinum Termite & Pest Control (#2) and Mosquito Squad of Central New Jersey (#3) follow. We ranked 287 pest control companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many pest control companies are there in South River?
ContractorsRanked ranks 287 pest control companies serving South River, NJ. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which pest control companies in South River are open 24/7?
104 ranked pest control companies in South River post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Anchor Pest Control (#1), All Platinum Termite & Pest Control (#2) and Mosquito Squad of Central New Jersey (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which pest control companies in South River work on weekends?
220 of 287 ranked pest control companies post Saturday hours and 147 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Anchor Pest Control (#1), All Platinum Termite & Pest Control (#2) and Mosquito Squad of Central New Jersey (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do South River pest control companies have?
The median Google rating among 287 rated pest control companies in South River is 4.9★, with a median of 28 reviews. Anchor Pest Control has the most, 8,518 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank pest control companies?
Each pest control company gets a 0–100 CR Score from ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do pest control companies outside South River count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the South River city center, our service radius for pest control companies. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Can pest control companies pay to rank higher on ContractorsRanked?
No. The CR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured businesses may appear above the list, labelled Featured and showing their honest rank.
Update log for South River
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 287 pest control companies serving South River.
- November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.
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