Posts by Trevor Knox

Winter is coming and with it, the potential for pests to invade your home are a very likely possibility. You might think that creepy crawly insects and rodents hibernate during the colder months, but that’s not always true – and they certainly don’t sleep all winter, like some of us thought growing up.  Instead, during […]

Spiders are some of the most well-known and fascinating creatures on the planet. They can be found in almost every habitat, from deserts to rainforests and they play an important role in the ecosystem. However, not everyone is fond of these eight-legged arachnids, especially when they encounter them inside their homes. Most spiders are harmless, […]

Did you know that mosquitoes are responsible for more human deaths than any other animal on the planet? Every year, mosquitoes transmit deadly diseases such as malaria, dengue, yellow fever, Zika and encephalitis to millions of people, causing countless deaths. Mosquitoes also pose a threat to our pets, as they can carry heartworm and other […]

When it comes to rats, one is bad enough. A rat infestation is another matter entirely. This month we’re taking a closer look at the dangers posed by rats to homeowners in our service area, as well as revealing the top most rat infested cities there.  Keep reading to find out more about rats, rodent […]

Bed bugs are no fun. They’re obnoxious, hard to deal with, and ready to ruin all of your fun travel memories. But there’s some things you can do to avoid them. We’ve been helping people kick pests to the curb for over 75 years now. In that time we’ve fielded countless questions about the bed […]

Make a list of places you don’t want to find ants and right up there at number one (neck-and-neck with ‘pants’) is ‘your home’.  Depending on the species, ants in your home can mean annoying nuisance to a serious threat. Keep reading to learn what to be on the lookout for—and when it might be […]

There’s a whole lot of little things that go into buying a home. The last thing a new homebuyer wants, after all that work, is to discover there’s one more little thing to worry about: termites. Homeowners all over the Southeast trust Terminix for termite control. But you don’t need to wait until the title […]

Rats and mice are common rodents that can cause problems for homeowners and businesses in and around South Carolina. They can damage property, contaminate food, spread diseases, and harm native wildlife. Terminix is here to help you prevent and control these pests, starting with answering your most-asked questions about rats and mice.

Mosquitoes are an unfortunate fixture of southern summers. Wherever you turn, the buzzing, biting blood-suckers seem to be there, ready to annoy and ruin otherwise pleasant afternoons.

When it comes to pests that send shivers down our spines, few creatures are as notorious as cockroaches and palmetto bugs. When you think of roaches, you definitely start to worry.