# Federation Pest Control

**Trade:** Pest Control · **Address:** 435 Maple St, Holyoke, MA 01040 · **Phone:** (413) 798-8482 · **Website:** http://www.federationpest.com/?utm_source=GBP&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gbp+holyoke · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.6/5** (high confidence) — from 66 reviews across 7 sources.
98% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 27 reviews, 1 negative.

## The honest read

Federation Pest Control serves homeowners, landlords, and rental properties from Holyoke across Western Massachusetts. The company handles rodents, insects, bedbugs, mosquitoes, ticks, stinging insects, ants, moles, and voles, with inspections, exclusion, prevention, and emergency service. Reviews across Google, Thumbtack, Angi, and HomeAdvisor consistently praise rapid responses, clear explanations, thorough work, and follow-up. Verify the self-reported Massachusetts license AL-0060579 and clarify the difference between BBB's 71-year history and newer profiles reporting one year.

**Strengths:**
- Responsive communication — reviews cite fast replies and clear explanations
- Thorough exclusion — customers describe sealed entry points and follow-up
- Recurring prevention — quarterly plans and ongoing property support offered
- Detailed reporting — reviewers mention recommendations and service explanations

**Concerns:**
- License verification — confirm the self-reported Massachusetts license is current
- Tenure discrepancy — BBB and newer profiles report different histories
- Isolated negative entry — one Google review gives a one-star rating without detail

**Where sources disagree:**
- BBB reports 71 years in business, while Thumbtack reports one year.
- Google and Thumbtack report different review-pool sizes.

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- BBB lists the company as accredited with an A+ rating. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/holyoke/profile/pest-control/federation-pest-control-0261-354008) — “Better Business Bureau grade: A+”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/holyoke/profile/pest-control/federation-pest-control-0261-354008) — “Better Business Bureau: accredited / certified / member”
- Google shows 4.9 stars from 72 ratings and Thumbtack shows 4.9 from 56 ratings. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Federation%20Pest%20Control&query_place_id=ChIJDUZQr2_f5okRVUNxMVesBZ4) — “Google: 4.9★ from 72 ratings”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/holyoke/exterminators/federation-pest-control/service/558200935131013124) — “Thumbtack: 4.9★ from 56 ratings”
- Reviews praise responsive communication, thorough rodent and ant work, and effective follow-up. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21kWk9FdGxibGhJYTFCcmFWQkVNbUZUWjFoMFZsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9e05ac5731714355!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmdZOEtlblhIa1BraVBEMmFTZ1h0VlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ They came
Out right away for
My ant problem. Ants were gone before the night was over. They showed up
Again in 2 weeks but so did federat…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21seWJFSk9NbXBzVlRVM1FsQmZhVEZxY2pkT1EwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9e05ac5731714355!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmlybEJOMmpsVTU3QlBfaTFqcjdOQ0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I cannot recommend Federation Pest Control (Harrison) enough! He handled a full bed bug treatment at my rental property and was incredibl…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tWSGFXRmhlbFUyTkUxdVUxZDZObEp1V1hOa2JsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9e05ac5731714355!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkVHaWFhelU2NE1uU1d6NlJuWXNkblE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have been using Federation Pest Control for the past 6 months. Treatment ( Rodents). Harrison does a fantastic  job of keeping the sche…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/holyoke/exterminators/federation-pest-control/service/558200935131013124) — “5★ Fast response time. Very professional, readily answering my questions. Explained everything in a manner that I could understand.”
- Angi lists Massachusetts license AL-0060579 as self-reported; verify current status. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/halyoke/federation-pest-control-llc-reviews-158685529.htm) — “Angi: 5.0★ from 5 ratings”
- BBB reports 71 years in business while Thumbtack reports one year. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/holyoke/exterminators/federation-pest-control/service/558200935131013124) — “Thumbtack: 4.9★ from 56 ratings”
- Specializes in Pest Control _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/holyoke/profile/pest-control/federation-pest-control-0261-354008) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Pest Control Services”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/holyoke/exterminators/federation-pest-control/service/558200935131013124) — “Thumbtack: 4.9★ from 56 ratings”

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/look-up-and-confirm-a-massachusetts-pesticide-license

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Federation%20Pest%20Control&query_place_id=ChIJDUZQr2_f5okRVUNxMVesBZ4): 4.9★ from 72 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Federation%20Pest%20Control&query_place_id=ChIJDUZQr2_f5okRVUNxMVesBZ4): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/holyoke/profile/pest-control/federation-pest-control-0261-354008): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](http://www.federationpest.com): Self-reported profile and service details
- [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/holyoke/exterminators/federation-pest-control/service/558200935131013124): 4.9★ from 56 ratings
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/halyoke/federation-pest-control-llc-reviews-158685529.htm): 5.0★ from 5 ratings
- [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.FederationPestControl.158685529.html): 5.0★ from 5 ratings

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · John Nunnelly · 2026-08-22**: Staff was committed to eradicating  our wasp problem and came several times to ensure the nest was completely destroyed.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Rehana Yusif · 2026-08-20**: Lyndsay was great, efficient, and thorough. The basement looks secure and smells great! Thank you Harrison for your patience in explaining the process.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · JOY CUP LLC · 2026-08-14**: We have been  using them for a few months they are very responsive, with great communication. The prices are very fair, I would recommend them. Thank you
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Pamela Mozdzanowski · 2026-08-04**: They came
Out right away for
My ant problem. Ants were gone before the night was over. They showed up
Again in 2 weeks but so did federation and tx’d them again. Service was quick neat and did not make my yorkies sick as the other exterminators did. Very responsible and quick to get your Problems so…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Rena Muteteri · 2026-07-25**: I cannot recommend Federation Pest Control (Harrison) enough! He handled a full bed bug treatment at my rental property and was incredible from start to finish. This was a challenging situation involving a very complicated tenant, but Harrison navigated everything with unmatched patience, grace, and…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Sabrina Najjar · 2026-07-19**: Harrison was fantastic. As a first time home owner I am new to pest control, and he took the time to explain each part of the process, do a thorough investigation, and gave me peace of mind.  Definitely calling them again for any future needs.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Vlasyuk M · 2026-07-17**: Would absolutely recommend this company! They took care of my problem (ants) Very thorough and very professional. Very reasonably priced.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Brendan Kelley · 2026-07-16**: Harrison was great! He came right out. Super friendly and professional. Our ant problem was solved with just two visits! Highly recommend.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ramin Merzaie · 2026-07-15**: Federation Pest Control is professional, thorough, and really easy to work with. Highly recommend them if you want to keep your property pest-free!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · George Colon · 2026-07-10**: Today the extermination team came out and treated my home. They treated both the inside and outside of the house and made sure everything was thoroughly taken care of. They were professional, courteous, and did an excellent job from start to finish. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reli…

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