DIY termite treatment focuses on reducing risk and slowing activity, not eliminating a colony. Homeowners can lower pressure by correcting conducive conditions like wood-to-soil contact, excess mulch or debris near the foundation, and high moisture around or under the home, while maintaining proper drainage and ventilation. You can also monitor for mud tubes and visible activity, but because subterranean termites live underground and can enter anywhere, DIY methods are preventive and temporary—full elimination and long-term protection typically require professional treatment.
Free DIY Pest Control Videos
Our Free DIY Pest Control Videos are a bonus for homeowners who want answers, education, and real solutions—even if you decide not to hire us. These videos are built specifically for North and South Carolina pests, climates, and construction styles, so the advice actually applies to your home.
Why We Offer This?
Our goal is simple: give homeowners the same foundational knowledge our technicians use in the field so you can make informed decisions without pressure.
General Pest Control
Carpenter Bees
Carpenter bees can cause real wood damage if ignored. Dan shows how to identify active holes, apply the right treatments, and prevent them from coming back using simple DIY steps.
Gnats & Fruit Flies
Gnats and fruit flies usually come from moisture or organic buildup. Learn how to eliminate breeding sources and knock them down fast using safe, effective DIY methods.
Wasps & Hornets
Wasps and hornets are aggressive and can be dangerous if handled wrong. Dan walks through when DIY is safe, what products actually work, and how to avoid getting stung.
Spiders
Most spiders are a sign of other pest activity, not the main problem. This video shows how to reduce spiders by treating entry points, webs, and food sources the right way.
Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are one of the hardest pests to eliminate. Dan explains how to identify them early, what DIY steps help, and when professional treatment is absolutely necessary.
Ants & Carpenter Ants
Ants don’t just wander in — they invade for a reason. Learn how to find the source, use the correct baiting strategy, and stop recurring infestations.
Yellow Jackets
Yellow jackets nest underground and get aggressive fast. Dan explains how to locate nests safely and treat them correctly without making the problem worse.
Overwintering Pests
Boxelder bugs invade homes seasonally and love sunny walls. This video shows how to prevent them, seal entry points, and reduce infestations with DIY treatments.
TermiteShield & Wood Destroying Insect Reports
Our WDIR inspection covers termites, carpenter ants, carpenter bees, powderpost beetles, and other wood-destroying insects. We inspect all structures on the property and document any signs of active infestation or conditions conducive to infestation, including wood-to-ground contact, excess moisture, siding at or below grade, and structural entry points. All findings are photographed, clearly noted (including foundation type), and entered into our system. Results are communicated to the realtor, buyer, and home inspector before we leave the property to ensure full transparency and no surprises at closing.
Critter Control - Rodents and Wildlife
Mice & Rats
How to treat a mice or rat infestation in your home without hiring a pest control company.
Moles
How to treat a mole infestation in your yard without hiring a pest control company.
Voles & Chipmunks
How to treat a vole or chipmunk infestation in your yard without hiring a pest control company.
Squirrels & Flying Squirrels
How to treat a squirrel or flying squirrel infestation in your home without hiring a pest control company.
Wildlife
How to treat a wildlife infestation, like raccoons, possums, groundhogs, or skunks in your home without hiring a pest control company.
Carpenter Bees
How to treat Carpenter Bees in your home without hiring a pest control company.
Our Three Pest Categories
We break pest problems into three simple categories to help you find the right video fast. General Pest Control covers common household bugs like ants, spiders, wasps, centipedes, earwigs, stink bugs, carpenter bees, carpenter ants, millipedes, boxelder bugs, and beetles. Critter Control focuses on rodents and wildlife such as mice, rats, moles, voles, squirrels (including flying squirrels), raccoons, opossums, skunks, and groundhogs. TermiteShield is dedicated exclusively to subterranean termites, the only termite species found in our area—just select the category that matches your issue to get targeted, step-by-step guidance.
- General Pest Control
- Critter Control
- TermiteShield
About Exclusion Work
We offer full home exclusion services using professional materials such as copper mesh, steel mesh, and expanding foam to properly seal pest entry points. Please note: we are not construction contractors and do not perform roofing work, siding replacement, foundation repairs, or ladder work over 10 feet.
About Dan
Dan “The Bug Man” is a third-generation pest control technician with 8 years of hands-on field experience. He combines modern pest control tools with proven, time-tested treatments to solve pest problems at the source—not just treat what you see. With a degree from Auburn University in Business and Entomology, Dan brings real science and practical strategy to every service visit. Outside the field, he’s helped over 300,000 homeowners through free educational videos online, reaching more than 200 million views over the past five years, with one simple goal: protect homes, educate customers, and raise the standard of pest control.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5.0-Star Rated by Hundreds of Local Customers
“Very professional service. I received text updates and reminders before the technician arrived. He arrived on time, and the company let me know when he was on his way. Sidney was polite and knowledgeable. We are happy with our initial service :)”
— Penny (2026 customer)
Backed by real education, not scare tactics.
Our Mission: At Catchy Pest Solutions, our mission is to improve the lives of our customers by protecting their homes, families, and businesses from pests through honest guidance, premium treatments, unmatched customer service, and comprehensive warranties.
CATCHY GUARANTEE
With our satisfaction guarantee warranty, you can rest easy knowing that if pests ever dare to make a return, we’ll swiftly and effectively address the issue at no additional cost.