Fourth generation pest control leader calls for proactive home protection and community awareness

COLUMBUS, GA / ACCESS Newswire / December 8, 2025 / Sean Knox, Co-Owner and President of Knox Pest Control and Lawn Solutions, is calling on households and small businesses across the Southeast to treat pest control as a core part of home safety, not an afterthought.

Knox Pest Control now operates 18 locations and serves more than 90,000 customers with over 225 team members across Georgia, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, and Mississippi. Every day, his team sees the same pattern. Most serious pest problems started as small, preventable issues.

"I grew up crawling through attics and crawl spaces," said Knox. "You learn very quickly that pests are not just a nuisance. They damage homes, contaminate food, and in some cases threaten health. The sooner you act, the easier and cheaper it is to fix."

Pest control as home protection
From termites and rodents to roaches and ants, unmanaged pest issues can lead to:

• Structural damage that can cost thousands of dollars to repair

• Contaminated food and surfaces

• Aggravated allergies and asthma, especially in children

• Reduced property value and comfort

Knox sees pest control as part of basic home maintenance, similar to checking smoke alarms or servicing an HVAC system.

"We sell peace of mind as much as we sell treatments," he said. "If a customer is worried, you slow down and listen. Then you put a plan in place that prevents the problem from coming back, not just for one visit but for the long term."

A fourth generation view from the field
The Knox family has worked in pest control since the 1920s, starting with Sean's great grandfather walking Atlanta streets with a leather satchel of roach powder and mice bait. Sean's first jobs were as a technician assistant, riding along on termite and pest jobs under his father and grandfather.

"Those early days taught me that no job is too small," Knox said. "If the truck is dirty, you wash it. If you see a small sign of activity, you do not ignore it. You deal with it before it becomes a big problem for the customer."

Today, those same habits guide how he wants homeowners to think. Look early. Act early. Do not wait until the damage is obvious.

What homeowners can do on their own
Knox believes effective pest prevention starts with simple steps that residents can handle themselves, often at little cost. He recommends that families:

1. Walk the perimeter once a month
   Look for cracks, gaps around pipes, damaged screens, standing water, and wood that touches soil.

2. Store food and trash correctly
   Keep pantry items in sealed containers and use tight fitting lids on indoor and outdoor bins.

3. Reduce clutter
   Stacks of boxes, firewood against the house, and cluttered storage areas all create hiding spots.

4. Pay attention to early signs
   Droppings, wings, small chew marks, or unusual noises in walls or attics are all reasons to investigate.

5. Schedule regular inspections
   Even if there is no visible problem, periodic professional inspections for termites and pests can catch issues early.

"You do not have to wait for an infestation," Knox said. "Simple routines at home, plus regular inspections, can prevent most major problems we see in the field."

Keeping service personal, even at scale
As Knox Pest Control has grown, Knox has focused on keeping service personal and responsive. Same day and next day service are offered when possible, and the company trains technicians to see themselves as partners in home protection, not just one time fixers.

"Before we make a big change in how we operate, I ask two questions," Knox said. "How will this affect customers? How will this affect our team and their families? If a move looks good on paper but harms trust, we need to rethink it."

A simple call to action
Knox's message is clear. You do not need to be an expert to take pest prevention seriously. You just need to start.

He encourages homeowners and business owners across the Southeast to take three actions this season:

• Set aside one day to inspect your home or building inside and out

• Fix one or two obvious risk areas, such as sealing gaps or clearing clutter

• Book a professional inspection if you have not had one in the past year

"Success in pest control is not about one big treatment," Knox said. "It is about steady, simple steps that protect your home and the people inside it. Start with what you can do today, and build from there."

Media Contact
Sean Knox
info@seanknoxpestcontrol.com
https://www.seanknoxpestcontrol.com/

SOURCE: Sean Knox Pest Control