About Us
Experience
We Treat Your Home Like Family
Advanced Termite and Pest Control is a family-owned and operated business serving Eastern North Carolina with over 25 years of industry experience. Founded by Chris Matthews, who grew up in the pest control business alongside his father at Orkin, we built this company on a simple belief: treat every customer like family. From our family to yours, we bring southern hospitality, honest communication, and thorough service to every home we protect.
- Full Treatment: Inside, Outside, Crawl Space, and Attic
- Home Inspection Expertise with Licensed Drone Roof Inspections
What Makes Advanced Termite and Pest Control Different
We don't just spray the perimeter and leave. Our team treats the inside, outside, crawl space, and attic on every visit because we know pests don't stop at the front door. With roots in home inspection, we spot problems other companies miss, like moisture issues and entry points that attract pests in the first place.
- Same-Day or Next-Day Service Available
- A Real Person Answers the Phone, and We Always Call You Back
Meet Our Team Members
Chris Matthews
Owner and CEO
Chris Matthews is the owner and an InterNACHI Master Inspector of Advanced Termite and Pest Control. Chris grew up working in home maintenance and remodeling, going on to forge a career in the pest control industry starting in 1992. By 1998, Chris was a branch manager of the company, and he decided to start his own pest control business in 2000. Chris later got an opportunity to work as a home inspector associate, becoming licensed in 2006—and the rest is history!
Waylon Griffin
Certified Master Inspector
Waylon Griffin is a fellow member of the inspection team, and he has proven himself to be a tremendous asset to the business and to every home-buyer who he has been privileged to help. Waylon is as hands-on as possible when he inspects a home, taking his time to calmly and thoroughly explain his findings so that he can help to clear up possible confusion and to put his clients’ minds at ease as they prepare for one of life’s most exciting, yet stressful investments.
Landon Matthews
Certified Master Inspector
As Chris’s son, Landon got to shadow the home inspection process when he was still a child, and he always wanted to do his part to help. Under his father’s careful instruction, Landon learned the ropes, and a few years further down the road saw him earning his own license as a professional home inspector. Landon is passionate about the work, and he finds it immeasurably satisfying to help families take the proper steps toward making a protected real estate investment.
Zach Blackman
Certified Inspector
Chris personally sought out Zach to join the company, realizing he possessed the skill set, work ethic, and integrity imperative to work for our clients. Zach has a strong background in construction maintenance and management. He takes pride in helping clients make informed decisions by providing detailed reports. Aside from work, Zach is family-oriented, cherishes his wife and a young son, and enjoys spending time at the beach.
Deana Matthews
Manager
Deana Matthews is the Office Manager of Advanced Termite and Pest Control, and she is an integral partner in the company. Deana keeps the business organized and operating smoothly, overseeing scheduling, billing, and client communication—making life a great deal easier for our busy team of home inspectors. Prior to taking the role of Office Manager, Deana led a successful career in the dental industry.
Amy Bonney
Assistant Office Manager
Amy Bonney serves as the Assistant Office Manager at Advanced Termite and Pest Control, helping to keep daily operations running smoothly. She assists with scheduling, client communication, and administrative support, ensuring every customer receives prompt and professional service from start to finish.
Nathan Yates
Pest Control Technician
Nathan Yates is a dedicated pest control technician at Advanced Termite and Pest Control. He brings a thorough and detail-oriented approach to every service call, treating each home with care and professionalism. Nathan takes pride in keeping homes pest-free across Eastern North Carolina.
Caethe Goodman
Pest Control Technician
Caethe Goodman is a skilled pest control technician with Advanced Termite and Pest Control. She is committed to delivering top-quality service and ensuring every customer's home is thoroughly treated and protected. Her attention to detail and friendly demeanor make her a valued member of the team.
Looking For a
Pest Control Team That Treats You Like Family
Call us today or fill out our form for a free consultation. We proudly serve New Bern, Greenville, Winterville, and surrounding Eastern NC communities.
Hear What Our Customers Have To Say
What a great group of professionals! Every interaction we have had with this company has been impressive. They are responsive, caring and informative. I HIGHLY recommend Advanced Termite. We have used them for three years after moving here from Vermont.
Advanced Termite and Pest Control recently completed an inspection for us and Zach was super professional, showed up on time and got to work, and was also super friendly. He made us really comfortable and we were very pleased and would definitely call on Advanced again!
We have been customers for many years for home inspections, termite treatment and prevention. Everyone in the company is very professional and friendly. The service is always exceptional and affordable. I would highly recommend this company to anyone.
I've bought 3 homes in the last 5 years, and they were by far the most professional, courteous and thorough company I have ever worked with. Cannot recommend highly enough!
I had excellent communication with multiple employees. Very impressed with the quality of the home and pest inspection! We received our report the same day! I would highly recommend using Advanced Termite and Pest Control! Waylon was a very detailed inspector.
