Are you able to recognize the signs of an invasion from pernicious grubs? These pests may not always be easy to spot, but they do leave behind traces of their activity that signal an urgent need for grub control. With Lawn Doctor of McDonough-Covington helping you evaluate your lawn in Ellenwood, you can ensure it gets the protection it needs before grubs inflict major damage.
Red Flags Signaling a Need for Grub Control
Wondering what types of “grub activity” evidence to look out for? Here are some forms of proof that grubs are running loose under the surface of your lawn:
- You see brown patches of grass appearing in random shapes. Grubs do damage by eating the root system of your lawn, which prevents essential nutrients and moisture from reaching grass blades. As a result, turfgrass quickly withers away and turns brown.
- You notice that your turf feels somewhat spongy or loose. When walking across your lawn, do some spots have a bit of give underfoot? If it feels like you are walking over fresh sod, you may need to investigate a potential grub problem.
- You perceive more moths or beetles around your lawn. When beetles and moths seem strangely attracted to your lawn, you’ll want to go on high alert. As the adult form of grubs, these are the creatures that lay eggs in the soil and initiate new generations of this pest.
- You’ve sighted birds, raccoons, or skunks toiling away in the soil. Sightings of increased activity of grub predators on your lawn is also a red flag. Keep an eye out for freshly dug holes and dirt strewn about, which could be the work of nocturnal animals rummaging around for and nibbling on grubs.
We Can Diagnose and Treat Your Grub Problem in Ellenwood
If these red flags are clear reflections of what’s going on with your lawn, you should get started with grub control right away. However, feel free to get in touch with us even if you’re still uncertain about the presence of grubs in the soil. We can run a thorough diagnosis to determine why your lawn may not be looking its best.
Discover the difference our wide range of services, including grub control, can make for your landscape in:
- Ellenwood
- Covington
- Conyers
- Stockbridge
- McDonough
- Lithonia
- Oxford
- Or a community in the surrounding area
For grub control in Ellenwood, contact us today!
