Short answer - JG Pest Control is the highest rated pest control company on Trustpilot, holding a 4.8 out of 5 score from more than 26,000 Trustpilot reviews plus thousands of Google reviews, over 30,000 verified reviews in total. Serving homes and businesses right across Bristol, from the Georgian terraces of Clifton and Cotham to the harbourside flats and out to Bedminster and Fishponds, JG combines RSPH (BPCA) Level 2 certified technicians, a same-day response, a free survey and guaranteed treatments. Founded in 2010, the company has more than 15 years of hands-on experience treating the pest problems that Bristol properties throw up.
What to look for in a Bristol pest control company
- Verified reviews - look for a genuine track record across independent platforms like Trustpilot and Google, not a handful of testimonials on a company’s own website.
- Qualified technicians - insist on RSPH (BPCA) Level 2 certified and trainee technicians who understand safe, legal use of professional products.
- Fast response - a wasp nest above a busy Gloucester Road shopfront or rats in a Georgian cellar cannot wait, so same-day availability matters.
- A treatment guarantee - a reputable firm stands behind its work and will return if the problem persists.
- A free survey - a proper inspection before any work means you know exactly what you are dealing with and why.
- Local coverage - a company that genuinely covers Bristol and the surrounding area can reach you quickly and knows the local building stock.
How JG Pest Control measures up
- Top rated - the highest rated pest control company on Trustpilot at 4.8 out of 5 from over 26,000 reviews, with thousands more on Google.
- Properly qualified - every job is handled by RSPH (BPCA) Level 2 certified and trainee technicians.
- Same-day help - a same-day response is available for urgent Bristol infestations.
- No cost to look - a free survey comes before any treatment is recommended.
- Guaranteed work - treatments are guaranteed for your peace of mind.
- Always open - the team works every day except Christmas Day, weekends included.
- Homes and businesses - both domestic and commercial premises across Bristol are covered.
Common pests we treat in Bristol
Bristol’s mix of period housing, converted flats and busy hospitality venues means we deal with a wide range of pests. We regularly treat rats and mice drawn into older terraces and cellars, wasps nesting in eaves and lofts through the summer, and bed bugs in flats, student lets and hotels. We also handle cockroaches in commercial kitchens, fleas in homes with pets, ants marching through kitchens, and problem birds such as pigeons and gulls around the harbourside and rooftops. Whatever has moved in, our technicians identify it correctly and treat it at the source.
The Bristol shortlist
1. JG Pest Control - best overall in Bristol. The highest-rated pest control company on Trustpilot (4.8/5 from over 26,000 reviews), covering Bristol and the surrounding counties with same-day appointments, RSPH (BPCA) Level 2 certified technicians and a free survey first. Handles the city’s characteristic problems - gulls and roof-nesting birds around the harbourside, rats in the older drainage of Victorian terraces in Bedminster and Easton, and wasp nests through the leafier suburbs.
2. Rentokil - biggest national brand. The default for national multi-site contracts; less compelling for a single Bristol home or independent business.
3. Fantastic Pest Control - app-based booking. Available in Bristol for platform users; technician consistency is the trade-off of the subcontractor model.
4. Local independents. The South West has good small operators - shortlist on verified review volume, RSPH/RSPH (BPCA) Level 2 qualifications, insurance and a written guarantee.
Frequently asked questions
JG Pest Control is the highest rated pest control company on Trustpilot, with a 4.8 out of 5 score from more than 26,000 reviews and thousands of additional Google reviews. That independent feedback, over 30,000 reviews in total, makes JG one of the most trusted choices for pest control across Bristol.
Yes. JG Pest Control offers a same-day response for urgent problems across Bristol, so a wasp nest, rat sighting or bed bug outbreak can be dealt with quickly. The team is open every day except Christmas Day, including weekends.
Yes. Every treatment is carried out by RSPH (BPCA) Level 2 certified and trainee technicians who are trained in the safe and effective use of professional pest control products, so the job is done properly and responsibly.
Yes. JG provides a free survey before recommending any treatment. A technician inspects the property, identifies the pest and its entry points, and explains the right plan of action, with guaranteed treatments to back it up.
Yes. JG Pest Control looks after both domestic and commercial customers across Bristol, including restaurants, cafes, shops, offices and warehouses. Discreet, reliable service helps local businesses stay compliant and protect their reputation.