In the News
Loyal and dedicated customers throughout Mississippi, Louisiana, & Alabama put their faith and trust in the Redd Man.
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In The News - Timeline Of Events
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MAY 2026
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Redd Pest earned national recognition as one of the industry's largest and fastest-growing companies by ranking #97 on PCT Magazine's Top 100 Pest Control Companies list.
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MAY 2026
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Seeing termites swarm around your lights? Gulf Coast experts say it's swarming season -
WXXV25 News featuring Redd's
Tripp Brewer, ACE - Director of Quality Assurance
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MAY 2026
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Local experts discuss hantavirus and how it spreads after cruise outbreak -
WXXV25 News featuring Redd's
Norman Louviere, ACE, PHE, CFPM - Southern Division Manager
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FEB 2026
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Redd Pest Solutions is excited to announce the opening of two new branch offices in
Wiggins, MS and Summit, MS! These new additions bring us to seven locations as we continue expanding our ability to serve customers across Mississippi and Louisiana.
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JAN 2026
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Redd Pest Solutions announces leadership promotions: Kolby Krohn, ACE named Chief Operating Officer and Chris Mosley, ACE promoted to General Manager.
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JAN 2026
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Josh Graham joins the Redd team as Northern Division Manager, bringing 17 Years of combined industry and leadership experience.
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OCT 2025
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WXXV Viewer's Choice Awards Winner for "Best Pest Control Company"
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OCT 2025
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WXXV Viewer's Choice Awards Winner for "Best Place to Work"
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OCT 2025
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Protect Your Home Against Winter Pests - WDAM 7 News featuring Redd's Norman Louviere, ACE, PHE, CFPM - Director of Sturcture Pest Control
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OCT 2025
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Redd Pest Solutions was featured on the cover of Pest Management Professional magazine for the 2025 Growth Leaders issue, highlighting our commitment to family, culture, and growth..
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OCT 2025
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Redd Pest is proud to recognize Brett Farmer as this year’s recipient of the J.C. Redd Memorial Scholarship Award. The award was presented by our President, Eddie Brewer, at the annual Mississippi Association of Entomologists meeting held at Mississippi State University in Starkville, MS.
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OCT 2025
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The Natchez Democrat "2025 Best of Miss-Lou" award winner for "Best Pest Control Company"
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SEP 2025
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Allison Brewer joins Redd Pest Solutions as Marketing Manager, bringing a Marketing degree from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and valuable management experience. Her creativity and leadership will play an important role in driving future growth and innovation. |
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AUG 2025
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Kolby Krohn, General Manager, added another major milestone to his impressive academic and professional journey. Already holding a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from Mississippi State University and a Master of Business Administration from The University of Southern Mississippi, he has now officially earned his Master of Science in Entomology and Nematology from the University of Florida! |
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JUL 2025
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Sun Herald's "Best Of Coastal Mississippi" Gold Winner for "Best Pest Control " |
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FEB 2025
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Redd Pest Solutions opens our newest branch office in Picayune, MS! This marks our 5th branch in Mississippi, and we couldn’t be more excited for all the new opportunities ahead.
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DEC 2024
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Redd is proud to announce the retirement of three long-standing and beloved members of our team, who have each made invaluable contributions to our company and the pest control industry as a whole. Mike Craft, with 49 years of service, Bobby Pugh, with 42 years, and Ken Davis, BCE, with 45 years, have each been the heart and soul of Redd Pest Solutions. Over the years, their hard work, dedication, and expertise have helped shape the company and the industry, leaving a lasting impact that will continue to benefit future generations. We celebrate their incredible careers and thank them for everything they have done for Redd Pest Solutions and the pest control industry.
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OCT 2024
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WXXV Viewer's Choice Awards Winner for "Best Pest Control Company" |
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OCT 2024
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The Natchez Democrat "2024 Best of Miss-Lou" award winner for "Best Pest Control Company" |
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OCT 2024
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OCT 2024
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With over 20 years of tenure, Hank Griffith transitions from Structural Pest Manager to Branch Manager of Gulfport, MS. |
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SEP 2024
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AUG 2024
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Ants Can Wreak Havoc In Your Home - WDAM 7 News featuring Redd's Chris Mosely, ACE - Director of Business Development
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AUG 2024
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Gordon Redd, Jr. Announces Retirement after 51 Years of Service PCT Online |
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AUG 2024
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Redd Ranked #1 for "2024 Best Places To Work" PCT Magazine |
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JUL 2024
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Sun Herald's "Best Of Coastal Mississippi" Gold Winner for "Best Place To Work " |
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JUL 2024
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Sun Herald's "Best Of Coastal Mississippi" Silver Winner for "Best Customer Service " |
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JUL 2024
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Sun Herald's "Best Of Coastal Mississippi" Gold Winner for "Best Pest Control " |
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MAY 2024
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Terrance Harvey promoted to Branch Manager in Jackson, MS. |
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MAY 2024
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Redd's Chris Mosley shares ways to prevent termites from severely damaging homes WLOX News |
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SEP 2023
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Chris Mosley, ACE, joins the Redd team serving as Director of Business Development. |
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SEP 2023
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Kolby Krohn, ACE, promoted to General Manager overseeing all service operations. |
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SEP 2023
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The Natchez Democrat "2023 Best of Miss-Lou" award winner for "Best Pest Control Company" |
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JUL 2023
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Sun Herald's "Best Of Coastal Mississippi" Gold Winner for "Best Pest Control " |
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MAY 2023
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Invasive Formosan termite species swarms through South Mississippi WLOX News |
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APR 2023
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Eric Adams promoted to Branch Manager in Natchez, MS. Eric has nearly 19 years of tenure with Redd. |
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JAN 2023
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Operations Manager, Ken Davis, B.C.E receives "2022 MPCA Hall of Fame Award" from the Mississippi Pest Control Association. Ken has over 40 years tenure in our industry. |
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NOV 2022
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WXXV Viewer's Choice Awards Winner for "Best Pest Control Company" |
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OCT 2022
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Kolby Krohn joins the Redd Pest family to serve as Regional Service Manager. |
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AUG 2022
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Redd Pest celebrates 70 year anniversary! Featured in South Mississippi Living magazine. |
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AUG 2022
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Cathy Coots with 14 years of tenure promoted to Customer Service/Office Manager. |
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JAN 2022
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Vice-President, Eddie Brewer nominated to serve as President of the Missississppi Pest Control Association (2022/2023) |
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JAN 2021
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President, Gordon Redd, Jr. receives "2020 MPCA Hall of Fame Award" from the Mississippi Pest Control Association. |
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JUL 2020
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Natalie McCarroll promoted to Customer Service/Office Manager. |
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Oct 2019
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Marketing Director Bevin Redd Brewer receives "2019 Rotarian of the Quarter Award" from Gulfport/Orange Grove Rotary Club. |
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Oct 2019
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Christine Blackman joins the Redd team serving as a Human Resource Manager. |
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May 2019
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Apr 2019
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President, Gordon Redd, Jr. is a recipient of the "One Coast Top 10 Leadership Award" - Sun Herald |
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Nov 2018
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FARM WEEK TV segment on new termite technician training facility in Mississippi featuring Redd Pest Solutions Watch segment (approx. 2 min.) |
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Nov 2018
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Redd Pest Control Dedicates MSU Termite Technician Training Facility - PCT Magazine (Pest Control Technology) |
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Nov 2018
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Redd family donates to Mississippi Sate University Foundation for new termite technician training facility - PMP Magazine (Pest Management Professional) |
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Sept 2018
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Bill Menhel joins the Redd team serving as Business Development and Division Supervisor for the Jackson Metro area. Bill is an Associate Certified Entomologist and has 18+ years of industry experience.
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Jan 2018
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Ken Davis joins the Redd team serving as Operations Manager. Ken is a Board Certified Entomologist and has 40+ years of industry experience.
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Dec 2017
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Marketing Director Bevin Redd Brewer receives "2017-2018 Rotarian of the Quarter Award" from Gulfport/Orange Grove Rotary Club.
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Aug 2017
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General Manager Mike Craft recieves "Walter Zeller Fellowship" from Kiwanis International.
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Apr 2017
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Redd Pest launches completely new redesigned and mobile friendly website.
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Feb 2017
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Marketing Director Bevin Redd Brewer receives "2016-2017 Rotarian of the Quarter Award" from Gulfport/Orange Grove Rotary Club.
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Jan 2017
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Hank Griffith re-joins Redd as a Buisness Developer and will lead our efforts in Forrest, Lamar, and Perry counties. He is a Seargeant Major for the Army National Guard and has over 17 years of tenure with Redd.
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Jan 2017
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General Manager Mike Craft receives "2016 MPCA Hall of Fame Award" at the annual Mississippi Pest Control Association meeting held in Jackson, MS. He has 40 years of service with Redd.
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Jan 2017
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Charles Necaise receives "2016 MPCA Technician of the Year Award " at the annual Mississippi Pest Control Association meeting held in Jackson, MS. He has 28 years of service with Redd.
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Jan 2017
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Redd celebrates 65 years of service in Miississippi, Louisiana, and Alabama!
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Oct 2016
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Vice President Eddie Brewer receives a "Paul Harris Fellow" from the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International. |
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Jun 2016
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Vice President Eddie Brewer receives "2015-2016 Rotarian of the Year Award" from Gulfport/Orange Grove Rotary Club.. |
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Jun 2016
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Vice President Eddie Brewer receives "2015-2016 Rotarian of the Quarter Award" from Gulfport/Orange Grove Rotary Club..
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Apr 2016
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Termite Danger: A Biloxi family's nightmare - WLOX News |
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Jul 2015
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Operations Manager Eddie Brewer receives "2014-2015 Rotarian of the Quarter Award" from Gulfport/Orange Grove Rotary Club..
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Jun 2015
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Gordon Redd Jr. and Kenny Redd develop two independently owned companies from the original company established in 1952. Under this plan, Gordon Redd, Jr. and his family continued the leadership of Redd Pest Solutions, serving customers in the states of Mississippi and Louisiana; Kenny Redd and his family continued their role of leadership, serving customers in the state of Alabama.
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May 2015
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Termites Swarming Parts of the Coast - WLOX News |
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Aug 2014
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Redd's Area Supervisor Jeremy Slade discusses current pest issues on WDAM 7 News in Hattiesburg, MS. |
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Jul 2014
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Phillip Davidson joins Redd as Business Developer for the Jackson, MS service area with 11 years of industry experience. |
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Jun 2013
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Redd relocates Natchez branch office to its new location at 678 Hwy 61, Natchez, MS.
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May 2013
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Termite invasion: Experts say don't panic - WLOX News
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July 2012
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Operations Manager Eddie Brewer receives "2011-2012 Rotarian of the Quarter Award" from Gulfport/Orange Grove Rotary Club..
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Apr 2012
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Termites Swarm Through South Mississippi - WLOX News
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Mar 2012
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Trade Show Vendors Say Economy Is Starting To Improve - WLOX News
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Jan 2012
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Michael Anderson promoted as Divsion Service Manager of the Natchez, MS branch.
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Jan 2012
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Mark Aromola moves from Natchez to oversee and manage the new office in Jackson, MS. |
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Jan 2012
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Redd celebrates 60 years of service along the Gulf Coast in Miississippi and Alabama!
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Dec 2011
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Redd opens physical office in Jackson, MS to better serve it's customers and to further growth opportunities.
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Aug 2011
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Michael Anderson re-joins Redd with 16 years of prior Redd Man experience, as Team Leader of the Natchez, MS branch.
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May 2011
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Mark Aromola joins Redd as a Division Service Manager to oversee central Mississippi and Louisiana service territories.
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Feb 2011
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Bevin Redd Brewer re-joins Redd overseeing all marketing and advertising expenditures on behalf of Redd.
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Jan 2011
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In Loving Memory of Gordon L. Redd, Sr. (April 24, 1923 - January 23, 2011)
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Jan 2011
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Retired "Redd Man" (53 Years of Service) , Durell Husley receives the " Mississippi Pest Control Association 2011 HALL OF FAME" award. |
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Jan 2011
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Mike Craft (34 Years of Service) promoted to General Manger of all service operations in Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana.
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Jan 2011
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Bobby Pugh (30 Years of Service), Ralph McMillon (32 Years of Servie), and Ferron Nelson (9 Years of Service) promoted to Division Service Managers to oversee Mississippi and Alabama service territories.
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May
2010
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Redd Pest Solutions acquires EA Redd Pest Control Inc. of Natchez, MS and expands service area into Louisiana.
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Sep
2009
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Matt Sone joins Redd as Business Developer for the Gulfport, MS branch office.
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Mar
2009
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At the South Alabama Pest Control Association annual meeting, Scotty Vick was presented the "2009 Pest Management Professional" award. Scotty has been a valued service technician with Redd for since 1998.
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Mar 2009
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Fight bed bugs before they bite - WLOX News...
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Jan
2009
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Termite Division Manager Durell Husley, "Mister Redd Man" retires after 53 years of service
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Jun
2008
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Formosan Termites Swarm In South Mississippi - WLOX News...
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Apr
2008
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Redd Pest Solutions implements PestPac Software with mobile hand-held solutions, as it's office management system. Marathon Data Systems, LLC. is the recognized technology leader in the pest and lawn management industries.
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Apr
2008
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Redd Pest Solutions acquires Protect Services in Jackson, MS
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Apr
2008
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Redd employee Pam Woodcock promoted to Office & Human Resources
Manager of Corporate Office in Gulfport, MS
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Apr
2007
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Experts Warn South Mississippians Against New Breed Of Termites - WLOX News...
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Nov
2006
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Redd Pest Solutions acquires Pest Service Unlimited in Hattiesburg, MS
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Aug
2006
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Redd Pest Solutions receives award: "Hero's of
the Hurricane" presented by Gulfport Mayor Brent
Warr and Gulfport City Council
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Dec
2005
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Gordon Redd, Jr. receives PCT's 23rd Annual Industry
award: "Pest Professional of the Year"
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Jul
2005
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Gordon Redd, Jr. receives Gulf Coast Chamber's Tapestry
award: "Small Business Owner of the Year"
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Jul
2005
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Redd Pest Solutions receives Gulf Coast Chamber's
Tapestry award: "Excellence"
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Feb
2005
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Pest Control Supervisor Bobby Pugh leads the way
in expanding service area to include Jackson, MS.
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Nov
2004
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Redd Pest Control of Gulfport, Mississippi changes
its service name and begins doing business as "Redd
Pest Solutions".
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May 2000
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Eddie Brewer, Jr. joins Redd as the Operations & IT Manager of company operations.
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