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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Pest Control Experts in Charlotte, NC
Killo Exterminating has been a trusted name in pest control since 1939, founded by Walter Killough in Raleigh, NC. Our third-generation family business specializes in eliminating ants, termites, roaches, and other pests through state-of-the-art methods. With over 80 years of combined expertise, our certified technicians prioritize safety and satisfaction for residential and commercial properties. We serve Charlotte, Concord, Huntersville, and surrounding North Carolina areas, offering tailored solutions for infestations of all scales. Our commitment to education ensures every technician exceeds state certification standards, guaranteeing thorough, lasting results. From emergency treatments to preventative maintenance, we combine scientific knowledge with hands-on experience to protect your property.Our leadership in industry associations and accolades, including the Pest Control Technology Leadership Award, reflect our dedication to excellence. Customer testimonials consistently highlight our professionalism, responsiveness, and technical expertise. By maintaining rigorous training programs and requiring continuous education, we ensure every service call meets our exacting standards. Whether addressing a minor ant problem or eliminating dangerous stinging insect nests, we approach every job with the same meticulous attention to detail.
Services
Ant Control
Mosquito Control
Roach Control
Rodent Control
Termite Control
Silverfish Control
Spider Control
Stinging Insects Control
Details
- Year established: 1939
Highlights and features
- We offer 80+ years of combined pest control expertise through three family generations
- Our technicians maintain Certified Applicator status with ongoing state-mandated training
- We pioneered pest management solutions for Walt Disney World's insect-free lighting systems
- We provide preventative maintenance programs tailored to each property's unique needs
- Our team includes Dr. Ralph Killough, a Ph.D. entomologist with decades of research experience
What people say
Thorough job
Professional technicians
Excellent service
Knowledgeable staff
Prompt response
Services
Termite Control
Our termite control specialists identify infestation signs and implement targeted treatments using industry-leading methods. We conduct thorough inspections of structural components and apply preventative barriers to protect properties. Our approach combines liquid termiticides with advanced monitoring systems for comprehensive protection.
Mosquito Control
We eliminate mosquito breeding grounds and apply EPA-registered solutions to reduce populations around residential and commercial properties. Our treatments target both adult mosquitoes and larval development areas. Regular maintenance programs help maintain pest-free outdoor spaces throughout warm seasons.
Rodent Control
Our technicians identify entry points and implement exclusion strategies while humanely removing rodent infestations. We use integrated pest management techniques combining traps, repellents, and habitat modification. Post-treatment inspections ensure complete eradication and prevention of future infestations.
Ant Control
We target entire ant colonies using baiting systems and perimeter treatments. Our specialists identify species-specific behaviors to implement effective control measures. Regular maintenance prevents re-infestation while addressing both indoor and outdoor nesting sites.
Stinging Insects Control
Our professionals safely remove wasp, hornet, and yellowjacket nests from residential and commercial properties. We use protective equipment and specialized treatments to eliminate colonies while minimizing risks. Preventative measures discourage future nesting in treated areas.
People
Dr. Ralph Killough
Entomologist
Ph.D. entomologist with expertise in insect control methods. Developed best practices for pest management. Former USDA researcher and NC Pest Control Hall of Fame inductee.
Brian Windham
President
Led company operations since 1998. Served in multiple leadership roles with North Carolina Pest Management Association. Oversees technician training and service quality assurance.
Sam McCall
Senior Technician
Certified Applicator with decades of field experience. Recognized for exceptional customer service and technical expertise. Handles complex infestation cases across residential properties.
Andrew Kupfer
Lead Technician
Specializes in stinging insect removal and difficult access treatments. Known for thorough inspections and detailed customer education. Handles commercial pest control accounts.
Santiago
Certified Technician
Experienced in ant colony elimination and preventative maintenance programs. Provides personalized service with multilingual communication capabilities. Maintains ongoing client relationships through consistent service delivery.
Questions
What pest control services do you offer?
We handle ants, termites, roaches, rodents, mosquitoes, silverfish, spiders, and stinging insects for residential and commercial properties.
How long have you been in business?
Since 1939, making us one of North Carolina's longest-operating pest control companies with three generations of family ownership.
Do you serve commercial properties?
Yes, we provide customized pest management solutions for businesses, including restaurants, warehouses, and office buildings.
Are your technicians certified?
All technicians maintain Certified Applicator status through ongoing state-mandated training and examinations.
What service areas do you cover?
We serve Charlotte, Concord, Huntersville, Matthews, Mint Hill, and surrounding North Carolina communities.
Do you offer emergency pest control?
Yes, we provide urgent service for severe infestations and stinging insect nest removal.
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Reviews (7)
San Sql
May 20, 2022
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This places deserves to have Zero stars. The white lady that spoke to me today who claims be the owner of this establishment spoke to me in a very disgusting manner. Rather than owning upto their mistake she tried to defend herself and blaming me. Just because I'm not a white person don't treat me in that way as if I'm your slave. The lady even tried to accused me by calling me with several names like I'm hard to understand blah blah etc.
I'm going to take this case with Better Business Bureau since the technician Kevin did a poor job and I still see some roaches. I have proof of everything so kindly aceept your fault and try to make it up for it you don't have to attack me personally using some vulgar language.
I'm going to take this case with Better Business Bureau since the technician Kevin did a poor job and I still see some roaches. I have proof of everything so kindly aceept your fault and try to make it up for it you don't have to attack me personally using some vulgar language.
Peter Thijssen
Oct 28, 2021
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Hard to find more honest and straight forward people these days. We asked for resolution to our wasp problem and they said to wait for colder weather, and after 1 cold night they were gone. Saved us $$, would use them anytime!
Troy Kearley
Jun 29, 2021
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First time using Killo. Santiago showed up early, was super professional, knowledgeable, courteous and loved my 120lb dog. Santiago is very passionate about his job and was very informative! We felt super comfortable having him in our home! Great service! We'll be customers for many years to come. I told him next visit, I'd have BBQ ready for him.
Cristina Purser
Jun 23, 2021
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We have used Killo for more than a decade. Our tech is Joey. He is absolutely trustworthy, reliable, knowledgeable and presents himself very well in explaining things to us. This company has earned our trust and we are very happy with the service they provide. Joey is the best. Kudos to him for always taking care of us. The Pursers
Shelley Francois
Nov 26, 2020
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We had a Wasp infestation in our house. They could not send anyone immediately but the lady who answered the phone explained the problem to me and put us all at ease. I will use this company again. They were very knowledgeable and helpful! Service: Hornet & wasp extermination
Kevin M.
Aug 19, 2020
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I used kilo for a about 1 year not really thinking about the lack of service, as I was focused on a bug problem within the home, in which I paid quarterly for and even though the bugs still found away to get in, they did not stay alive long. But when it came to mice control and field rats, we were asked " do you want some sticky boards to put down to trap the rat/mice with?" I thought that was what my service tech was suppose to do and what I was paying the technician for. I should have thought better of this on the very first visit when I asked him to check in the attic, and he asked me if I had a ladder to access it.
Sgt
Feb 25, 2019
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Family owned Company since the 30's. I, worked for Killo back in the late 80's to the early 90's. They took care of my Family while I was deployed to Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert Storm.
