Posts by Trevor Knox

Trevor Knox is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Terminix Service, Inc., one of the largest and most respected pest control companies in the Southeast. With nearly a decade of experience spanning field operations, branch management, and executive leadership, Trevor brings a deep, practical understanding of both the business and service sides of the industry. A “20 Under 40” honoree and active leader in professional development and community initiatives, Trevor’s insights reflect real-world expertise and strategic vision—making his perspective one worth listening to.

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A Pest-Free New Year

Say Goodbye to Pests! As a homeowner, is your New Year’s resolution to keep your home pest-free this year? It should be! Here are some simple tips to helping keep pests out of your home this year: While these tips can help in preventing pests from getting into your home, it is still best to […]

Christmas Tree Pests

Your Christmas tree can be susceptible to a variety of pests. These pests are often dormant in cold weather or their eggs are present. When the tree is brought indoors to a warm environment, these dormant insects become active, and the eggs start hatching. This can lead to a nuisance as these insects are seen […]

A Creeping, Crawling Cockroach

When it’s ladies night out for my wife and her friends, I always have a movie night with our two daughters. We pop in a DVD, make some popcorn, and hunker down for the evening. Last night was no exception. We had just started the movie and gotten comfortable on the couch, when my youngest […]

TSI celebrates 70 years of success

Scott Fortson speaks exclusively with Pest Management Professional Magazine about being Terminix’s franchise growth leader in Georgia and the Carolinas Terminix Service Inc. (TSI) was started in 1927 as a franchise of what’s today known as Terminix International, Memphis, Tenn. But when termite control pioneer Thomas P. Knox purchased the franchise in 1947 with his […]

Unwelcome Guests: Rats

For the most part, my morning routine consists of getting myself, my husband and my kids up, dressed, fed and ready for the day. So by the time I have the house to myself and am able to enjoy a cup of coffee, the last thing I want is an unwelcome visitor in my kitchen. […]

Don’t Let The Bed Bugs Bite!

When I was a kid and my dad tucked me in at night, he always left the room saying, “Don’t let the bed bugs bite!” At the time I thought it was a cute little saying to make me giggle, but as I I grew up and started a family of my own, I realized […]

Best Places to Work in South Carolina

Terminix Service, Inc., the largest pest control company in the Palmetto State, has been named one of the Best Places To Work in South Carolina by the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and Best Companies Group. The survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best employers in the state of […]

Mosquito 101

It’s the beginning of mosquito season and time to start treatments to prevent populations from getting heavy and ruining your outdoor enjoyment. Terminix Service, Inc. provides a safe, comprehensive mosquito management program that targets the adult mosquitoes and their larvae. We also provide information on mosquitoes and ways to help further prevent the chances of […]

Termite Swarmers

Termites are swarming inside my house! What do I do!? Spring is approaching and the days are getting longer and warmer. As temperatures rise, termite activity also increases. A termite colony is very complex but primarily consists of a queen, workers, and soldiers. The queen lays eggs, workers forage for food and take care of […]