# Video Marketing for Pest Control Companies

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Podcast: [Pest Control Marketing That Actually Works](https://stenobird.com/podcast/pest-control-marketing-that-actually-works-7647545)
Published: 2026-05-12T11:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Video converts better than any other content type across every platform pest control companies use. And right now, most of your local competitors have no video presence at all. That's a first-mover advantage—but it won't last forever. In this episode, social media manager Hannah Kilpatrick breaks down the four video types every pest control company needs and how to film them without a production budget. The four types and what each one does: Company Overview Video. This is your homepage video—60 to 90 seconds. The owner or a key team member on camera answering the question every new visitor is asking: who are you and why should I call you? This is the highest-leverage single video you can have. Build it first. Service Explainer Videos. One per major service: termite treatment, bed bug heat treatment, rodent exclusion. Two minutes max. Show the process, explain what's happening, and tell the customer what to expect. These reduce pre-call anxiety and post-service complaints. Customer Testimonial Videos. Real customers on camera—30 to 60 seconds. Just ask two questions: What was the problem before you called us? What was your experience like? Video testimonials are harder to dismiss than written reviews. Short-Form Field Content. Before-and-afters, educational tips, behind-the-scenes moments. Your ongoing weekly presence on Instagram and Facebook. We also cover the practical stuff—how to film without looking terrible: Your phone is the camera. An iPhone or recent Android shoots 4K video. The one upgrade worth making: a $20 tripod. Shaky footage is the most common reason DIY video looks bad. Lighting: Face a window. Light on your face, not behind you. Filming with a window at your back creates a silhouette effect. Sound: People tolerate average video quality but won't tole…

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