About
A Brief History Of Carolina Exterminating
Since 2008, Carolina Exterminating has been more than just a pest control company—we’ve been a part of the Charleston community. Every home and business we serve matters to us personally, and we take pride in protecting the places where families live, work, and grow. Owner Drew Leilich started with a vision of providing honest, reliable service, and today, our team continues that mission with care, expertise, and a commitment to every customer’s peace of mind.
Over the years, Drew began by serving restaurants, quickly growing a loyal base of 65+ establishments. As Carolina Exterminating expanded into residential pest control, our team earned the trust of homeowners throughout the Tri-County area. In 2025, our dedication was recognized when Carolina Exterminating was voted Charleston’s Best Pest Control, a testament to our professionalism, skill, and personal service.
People First
At Carolina Exterminating, we believe every customer is a partner. Helping you achieve a pest-free home or business is our priority. Clear communication keeps you informed every step of the way, ensuring no issue is overlooked. Your goals and concerns guide our work, so you can have peace of mind knowing your property is in capable hands.
The Road To Carolina Exterminating
Drew Leilich didn’t grow up dreaming of pest control, but in 1998 he answered a newspaper ad that started his journey in the industry. He began his career with Terminix, quickly rising to top producer and territorial manager in just five years. He then honed his skills further at Palmetto Exterminators, gaining invaluable experience in both commercial and residential pest control.
Armed with real-world expertise, Drew founded Carolina Exterminating. Today, he and his team—including his wife Katie, a licensed commercial applicator—work tirelessly to bring Charleston the best integrated pest management solutions available.
Our Promise To You
Carolina Exterminating stands behind every residential and commercial service we provide. If you are not satisfied with our results, we will return free of charge until your pest issues are fully resolved.
We are proud to serve Charleston and the Tri-County area with professional, family-owned pest control solutions you can trust.
Get To Know Our Team
At Carolina Exterminating, our team is more than just a group of pest control professionals—we’re a family dedicated to protecting homes and businesses throughout the Lowcountry.
Customer Reviews
Hundreds of 5-Star Reviews
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We’ve used Carolina Extermination for several years! On time and always professional . Great work!
Friendly and professional service
Carolina Exterminating is our Go To! Highly suggest!!! You won’t be sorry.
What a great company! Heads above the previous group we used for our termite bond. We switched to Carolina Exterminating a few years ago and couldn’t be happier. Extremely knowledgeable and honest. Drew caught some moisture problem areas this year that we were able to take care of before they became major repairs. So, of course, when we had some strange bug infestation recently, we called Carolina Exterminating to help. Aurelio was excellent!!! Problem solved. We’re so relieved to know they’ll be out quarterly with pest control service and we can call with any issues in between.
Excellent work ethic, very nice and kind. I will recommend this service
Always awesome!!!!
Very professional and quick to respond
We’ve been with Carolina Exterminating for years not just for the reasonable cost for quarterly treatment. But we absolutely love the consistency in service and care that Aurelio provides each treatment. He’s been our guy all these years, which we very much appreciate! Super friendly every visit and very knowledgeable when we raise concerns. If someone other than Aurelio came out to treat our home, we’d be very concerned. Thanks so much for taking such good care of us, Aurelio!
Corey arrived to perform our service today.
He was polite, timely, knowledgeable & efficient.
Tx you, Paddi & Jim
Andrew was very professional and easy to work with. He came out to our house to assess our house for termites and was very thorough. He then came out to treat the house to prevent termites from the structure of the house. Andrew did a terrific job and was once again very thorough with the treatment of the house. Would highly recommend! Thanks again Andrew!
Outstanding Service! We have used Carolina Exterminating for several years & they’ve been great. But our Termite Bond was with another company from when we purchased our home. We found out that company did not cover Formosan Termites. A common & very destructive pest here in SC. Carolina does cover them. The Owner himself answered all our questions for a very fair & reasonable price. Andrew has been our Service Technician for several years & is now a Termite Specialist. He is also a great young man. We highly recommend Carolina Exterminating!
Our company made the switch to Carolina Exterminating, and hands down the best decision!!!!! Aurelio is our technician and he is absolutely amazingt! Do yourself a favor and call them!!!!
Aurelio Rios With Carolina Exterminating has been servicing our business for many years. We are very impressed with his attention to detail and dedication to his work. We would not use anyone else. His attitude and customer service skills are top notch!
Friendly and professional service
What a great company! Heads above the previous group we used for our termite bond. We switched to Carolina Exterminating a few years ago and couldn’t be happier. Extremely knowledgeable and honest. Drew caught some moisture problem areas this year that we were able to take care of before they became major repairs. So, of course, when we had some strange bug infestation recently, we called Carolina Exterminating to help. Aurelio was excellent!!! Problem solved. We’re so relieved to know they’ll be out quarterly with pest control service and we can call with any issues in between.
Excellent work ethic, very nice and kind. I will recommend this service
Always awesome!!!!
Very professional and quick to respond
We’ve been with Carolina Exterminating for years not just for the reasonable cost for quarterly treatment. But we absolutely love the consistency in service and care that Aurelio provides each treatment. He’s been our guy all these years, which we very much appreciate! Super friendly every visit and very knowledgeable when we raise concerns. If someone other than Aurelio came out to treat our home, we’d be very concerned. Thanks so much for taking such good care of us, Aurelio!
Start Your Career At Carolina Exterminating!
Start a rewarding career with Carolina Exterminating and become a part of a team that values integrity, growth, and service excellence. We offer hands-on training, competitive pay, and opportunities to advance while protecting homes and businesses across the Lowcountry. If you’re dependable, motivated, and ready to build a long-term career- not just a job-we’d love to hear from you.
Learn About Our Community Partners
At Carolina Exterminating, we believe that protecting homes is just one part of a stronger community. We’re proud to invest in local programs and organizations that help families thrive, kids grow, and our neighborhoods stay connected.
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