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- 2,158 total complaints in the last 3 years.
- 326 complaints closed in the last 12 months.
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Initial Complaint
Date:11/22/2024
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
After being a satisfied HAWX Pest Control customer for over 2.5 years, I contacted them in June 2024 to cancel my services at our property in ********, ****, because we were selling our house and moving out of state. The agreement was that the July services would be the last one and I requested for the account to be closed.I unfortunately did not realize until mid-November that **** had continued to bill me $58.21 each month for 4 additional months. I contacted them via phone on Nov 12 and they stated that the account had not been cancelled because I had not called back after the last service to request the cancellation. When I asked if they could make a commercial gesture and adjust the $232.84 or additional charges, the lady (Jaz) said she would check with the accounting department and would get back to **** never heard back from HAWX and called back on Nov 22 to ask if they would consider a credit of the $232.84 (all post our house being sold) or at least a partial credit. The lady (*******) kept repeating that all four months of charges were valid because I had not called back after the last service to cancel. I am not aware of other companies requiring multiple phone calls to cancel a service - **** has a very aggressive subscription billing policy. She also said that no exception could be ************* is really frustrating to have been charged over $200 for services not rendered and requested. This is a clear example of very poor customer service, and I would not recommend this company to anybody.Business Response
Date: 11/25/2024
Dear ********,
Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We sincerely apologize for any confusion or inconvenience this may have caused.
We would like to confirm that we received a call from you on June 14, requesting to schedule an appointment prior to your move. During that call, you were advised to contact us again after the service to finalize the account closure. However, we did not hear back from you until November 12, at which time the account was closed.
Please be assured that all charges are accurate and valid. Your account has been successfully closed, and you will no longer receive services.
Should you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at ************.
Sincerely,
The Hawx TeamInitial Complaint
Date:11/12/2024
Type:Sales and Advertising IssuesStatus:ResolvedMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Have had issues with **** pest in the past. Recently had them out 3 times in the past 60 days. Still having issues with spiders.Never had this issue with our precious pest control companyBusiness Response
Date: 11/14/2024
Dear ********,
We apologize for any inconvenience. We do see that your home has been serviced on September 16, 2024, October 30, 2024, and today November 13, 2024. We do apologize for any inconvenience, and if you are having difficulties with the services not working the way you would like. We have scheduled a followup service with our seasoned Service Professional ***** on Monday November 18, 2024 in our 8AM-12PM window. If you have any further questions or concerns, please call our office at ************** Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM.
Thank you,
Hawx Pest ControlCustomer Answer
Date: 11/14/2024
Complaint: 22547525
I am rejecting this response because:
Sincerely,
*** ******Customer Answer
Date: 11/15/2024
I would like them to cancel my contract without a fee. I have had them come out this week as well and just dissatisfied with this.Business Response
Date: 11/18/2024
Dear ********,
We apologize for the inconvenience and issues you have been experiencing. Per your request, we have closed your account. We have serviced your home 8 times since May 2024 in an attempt to address your concerns. We have again attempted to make it right by scheduling an additional service on November 18, 2024 to address the issue. By submitting this complaint, you have declined that service, therefore your account is closed and there will be no further services.
To discuss your account further, or for any other questions or concerns, please call our office at ************** Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM. We would be happy to assist you.Thank you,
Hawx Pest ControlCustomer Answer
Date: 11/19/2024
Complaint: 22547525
I am rejecting this response because: want to be assured we will not be charged a cancellation fee.
Sincerely,
*** ******Business Response
Date: 11/19/2024
Dear ********,
We do apologize for any inconvenience or frustration this may have caused you. Your account has been closed with out the early termination fee. Your account is closed and you will no longer receive services. If you have any other questions or concerns please give us a call at ************.
Thank you,
The Hawx TeamCustomer Answer
Date: 11/21/2024
Better Business Bureau:
I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.
Sincerely,
*** ******Initial Complaint
Date:11/11/2024
Type:Order IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Company doesn't return calls and doesn't show up for appointments. Bugs are still here. Also did not spray whole house for bugs as they are supposed too. I wanted to cancel but would have to pay $199 cancelation fee. I shouldn't have to pay for their mess ****Business Response
Date: 11/12/2024
Dear ********,
Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience or confusion this may have caused.
It appears that you have already been in contact with one of our customer service agents, and an appointment has been scheduled to address the issue. Should you wish to proceed with the cancellation process, please be advised that an early termination fee will apply.
If you have any further questions or would like to make any changes to your account, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at ************. Our customer service team is available Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM (MT).
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Best regards, The Hawx TeamInitial Complaint
Date:11/07/2024
Type:Order IssuesStatus:ResolvedMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Hawz pest control services did not perform services that were charged. I have lost faith in the company top perform future services.I was also unaware of the ****** cancellation fee...it was never explained to me when I asked the door to door sales person about fees. In fact I already had a company performing these services and I was told to try them Hawx out. It was never mentioned that I was locking into a 1 year contract..I trusted himBusiness Response
Date: 11/08/2024
Dear ***,
Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We sincerely apologize for any confusion or inconvenience this may have caused. We understand the importance of clear communication and appreciate your feedback.
As per the service agreement you signed, you were provided with a copy of the agreement and a welcome letter via email, both of which outline the monthly fee and early termination fee. By acknowledging the terms in these documents, you confirmed your understanding and acceptance of the associated fees.
However, as a gesture of goodwill, we will proceed with closing the *************** without applying the early termination fee. If you would like to make any additional changes to your account, please contact our customer service team at ************. Our representatives are available Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM (MT).
Thank you,
The Hawx TeamCustomer Answer
Date: 11/09/2024
Better Business Bureau:
I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.
Sincerely,
****** ****Initial Complaint
Date:11/07/2024
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I signed up paying monthly since July of 2024 to have them catch this 1 field mice (from this being a brand new neighborhood that had to clear land) that is stuck in the wall somewhere and they cant. Horrible horrible customer service! Blessing and ***** 2 of their customer service **** absolutely horrible. Hawx begged me back on august 6th and 7th, 2024 to give them one more chance at catching this rodent and if they hadnt caught it in a month or so then they promised they would give me my money back and cancel at no cost to me. Today I called to cancel after hearing the mouse behind my headboard in the wall last night from 9:30- 6:45am non stop. ***** (who says there is no one above her) said that is not true what I was told previously. The company has never and will never give money back or cancel for free. On the phone call in August, I asked the *** if the phone call was being recorded so that they would have record of what was being promised and she said YES! Today, ***** told me there is no record.Business Response
Date: 11/07/2024
Dear ******,
Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We sincerely apologize for any frustration or miscommunication you may have experienced. After reviewing your account, we would like to clarify the details of the services provided and the steps we are taking to resolve the issues you're facing.
Your account includes general pest control services along with an add-on for rodent treatment. Our team has been actively working to address the rodent issue within the scope of your current service plan. However, we understand that the resolution of this matter has not met your expectations in terms of speed and effectiveness. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience this has caused.
We have escalated your account to conduct a more thorough rodent inspection in order to better assess the situation and determine what additional measures are necessary to fully address the issue. Our goal is to work collaboratively with you to ensure the most effective solution.
We have also reviewed the communication history with our representatives and are committed to improving our service moving forward. We value your satisfaction and are dedicated to resolving the concerns you've raised.
We are scheduled to conduct a deeper inspection of your property and develop a comprehensive pest management plan. While treatments for rodent control generally take one to two months to show results, the timeline can vary based on the specific conditions of the property. To optimize the effectiveness of the treatment, we encourage you to clean any areas that may impact the process.
Once again, we apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to address and resolve the issue. If you have any further questions or concerns, If you have any other questions or concerns please give us a call ************.
Thanks,
The Hawx TeamInitial Complaint
Date:11/06/2024
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:ResolvedMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
They provided pest control services to me back in February 2024. At that time, I gave my current (and active) card information over the phone to the company to perform services. I was never charged. I went on their online portal to see if I could pay there. It said my balance was zero. I had no contact with this company until I received an emailed receipt this afternoon and saw that they took money out of my bank account. I called and was told by ******* that my card was on autopay and was declined due to card being expired. My invoice was then deleted from their system. When I asked why I was not notified when my card was declined so that I could verify the info, I was told that since I was set on autopay, they don't do that. I think it is bad business practice to take money out of someone's account 9 months after the service without warning. Over something that was not my fault. I think I should have been notified before this money was taken out of my account. I am fine with owing for the service. I am not trying to get out of paying. I just think this was handled horribly by this business. This is a lot of money for me and has completely screwed with my current finances. All I want from this is to make sure this doesn't happen to someone else. Please make it a practice to follow up on all declined cards, whether they are autopay or not. And please at least give warning before charging someone's card that far from the service date. It blindsided me. If I had been contacted, I would have made arrangements to pay. I understand that mistakes happen, but this was unacceptable.Business Response
Date: 11/07/2024
Dear *******,
Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We apologize for any inconvenience or confusion this may have caused.
On February 22, 2024, we sent an email notifying you that the transaction did not go through and requesting that you update your payment method. As we utilize an automated payment system, we do not have visibility into the timing of individual payments, which unfortunately led to this oversight.
Please note that your account has been closed, you will no longer receive services. If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at **************.
We appreciate your understanding.
Best regards,
The Hawx TeamCustomer Answer
Date: 11/07/2024
Better Business Bureau:
I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.FYI-I never received the email they are referring to. I would have taken care of it immediately. I just wanted to make sure that it was not something that happens a lot.
Sincerely,
******* ******Initial Complaint
Date:11/04/2024
Type:Product IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I signed up for **** and their forced membership type of service. They have sprayed my house twice now... and i have not had any difference in my pest issue. I am convinced that even if done properly their sprays and pellets are almost pointless after a rain or simply after just one day. I also called them and asked for an indoor service which was free in between scheduled services. So i told them i have a issue with ***** recluse and black widow. So they guy gets here and tells me he can do it for 600 dollars. 600 dollars to spray some spider spray. I can get spider spray at the store for 20 bucks. You guys are terrible. You have provided me with almost nothing and in order to cancel you want me to pay you 200 dollars? What a scam. I want you to cancel my membership free of charge.Business Response
Date: 11/05/2024
Dear *****,
Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We apologize for any inconvenience or confusion this may have caused. We recognize the importance of clear communication and are committed to ensuring our customers have a positive experience.
When you signed the service agreement, you were provided with a copy of the agreement via email. The agreement outlines the details of the monthly fee and the early termination fee. By initialing the agreement, you acknowledged that you had read and agreed to the terms specified.
We would like to clarify that our approach to treating brown recluse spiders is more aggressive than our standard general pest control services, and this additional treatment is not included in the general pest control plan.
At this time, your account remains active. If you would like to make any adjustments or discuss your options, please contact us at ************. Our customer service representatives are available Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM (MT).
Best regards,
The Hawx TeamCustomer Answer
Date: 11/06/2024
Complaint: 22512801
I am rejecting this response because: they are a pest control service who are scamming people due to the subscription service and using their fine print to trick people into giving them money for ealry termination. Also i was never told that this ************ charges extra for common pests like spiders.
Sincerely,
***** ******Initial Complaint
Date:11/04/2024
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Hawx Pest Control stated they covered all bugs and Rodent protection with their treatments. They stated this was a month to month and there was no contract. I called to cancel their service due to a Rodent infestation where their tech sprayed over the Rodent f**** and did not notify me of the issue and I was told that I needed to pay $200 to cancel the contract that I didn't agree too. We used them for 4 months and our pests only got worse, never decreased. This company is scamming people out of their money.Business Response
Date: 11/05/2024
Dear ******,
Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We apologize for any inconvenience or confusion this situation may have caused. We understand the importance of clear communication and are committed to ensuring a smooth experience for our customers.
Upon signing the agreement, you received a copy of the service agreement via email, along with a welcome letter. Both documents outline the details of the monthly fee and early termination fee. By initialing the agreement and signing the welcome letter, you acknowledged that you had read and agreed to the terms specified.
Please note that your agreement does not include rodent control services. However, should you wish to reinstate your service, we can add rodent control to your plan and refund the early termination fee. At this time, your account is closed, and the early termination fee remains valid.
To proceed with any changes, please contact us directly at **************. Our office is available Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM (MT).
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to assisting you further.
Best regards,
Hawx Pest ControlInitial Complaint
Date:11/02/2024
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Trying to cancel this service and it is impossible to speak to anyone. First and only appointment they treated the neighbors house and after I called them they realized they went to the wrong house. They didn't come back after that one visit. I requested them to come no one showed, I try to access the account can't they lock you out. So naturally I stopped paying for a service where they are not coming. I called to cancel transferred to a dead line. Use the chat bot apparently I'm outside of business hours. They call me to have me pay my bill I pay the bill and while speaking to someone live she's like it the 15 minutes of my day I'll transfer you to the account management department to cancel your account stayed on hold for 45 minutes and actually called there 1800 number on the other line who also put me on hold trying to contact this same team. The person comes back and says you should call back in an hour and a half 6pm EST because they must be busy. I'm like um is that their business hours oh yeah they're open for 3 more hours. Okay call back at 6 I'm getting the machine. After no one coming for months and no one to talk suddenly I get some text the following day from a servicer saying he is on the way to my house for pest Control and I had to tell him do not show up because I am canceling this service. Followed by a response of contact the account manager but when you call the number againnn NO SHOCK it's outside of business hours. I just want to cancel this stuff. It's like they are stringing you along to pay fees and not even perform service. And the service doesn't even do anything. I had more bugs after they "treated" my home. This is ridiculous. I will literally go to the ***** over this fraud and scam behavior. I'm not paying a cancellation fee either for a service that I was never satisfied with or received fully.Business Response
Date: 11/04/2024
Dear Ava,
Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience or confusion this may have caused. It is not uncommon to observe increased pest activity following your initial service, as our products work to eliminate pests from their habitats.
We offer warranty services whenever a pest issue arises; however, we cannot schedule a service if there is an outstanding balance on your account. Your next quarterly appointment was scheduled for October, but due to the outstanding balance, we were unable to service your home. As the agreement has not been fulfilled, we have had to apply an early termination fee. Please note that your account is closed, and you will no longer receive services.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us at ************.
Thank you for your understanding.
Best regards,
The Hawx TeamInitial Complaint
Date:11/01/2024
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Called Hawx Pest control the Utah office at the end of September 2024. Told them to cancel the service. The lady that I spoke with said that she would like to send someone out to do one final visit. Kept telling her to cancel the service. She said that she understood and that she wanted to send someone one more time. We had signed up for their service in Aug 2023. The salesman said that they would be out every 3 months. From Aug 2023 to Jan 2024, they never showed up. In Jan they say they came out, but they have not been showing up and the next visit after Jan 2024 was May 2024. We had to cancel the visit that we scheduled for July 2024 for warranty, they then were scheduled to come out on 8/2/24 and never showed. Then in Sept 2024 was when called to cancel the service. They kept me on hold for over and hour and half. Thats when she said your account has a $100.00 credit and we want to do a courtesy visit on 10/2/24 and your service will be cancelled. Then on 11/1/24 we get an invoice saying we owe them *****. When we called the guy, we spoke to this time said you was supposed to call back to cancel the service. Now we have a bill, and we don't feel should have pay the bill since they were notified in September to cancel service. When we were told that we had a credit for them not coming as they documented. We have cameras around our home, and they had never sprayed the back yard since we have a lock on the gait as well. We have multiple cameras around the house, and they never showed anyone coming out.Business Response
Date: 11/04/2024
Dear ********,
Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. We have removed the outstanding balance on your account, and your account is now closed. Please note that you will no longer receive services.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at ************.
Thank you for your understanding.
Best regards,
The Hawx Team
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