When you think about threats to your lawn, weeds and fungus might come to mind first — but lawn-damaging insects can be just as destructive, and often even sneakier. Armyworms, grubs, and fire ants are three of the most common culprits in the Holly Springs, Clayton, Fuquay Varina, Garner, and Knightdale areas, and they can cause severe damage seemingly overnight. These pests feed on the grass and can turn a healthy, green lawn into a patchy, brown mess before you even know they’re there.
What Damage Do Armyworms, Grubs and Fire Ants Cause?
- Armyworms — These caterpillar-like pests can march through your lawn in large numbers, eating grass blades down to the crown. In just a few days, they can leave large, ragged brown patches and severely stress your turf. Armyworms are especially active in late summer and early fall, but they can show up anytime conditions are right.
- Grubs — These white, C-shaped larvae of beetles (like Japanese beetles and June bugs) live underground and feed on grass roots. As they chew through the roots, they cause the turf to wilt, thin out, and eventually die in irregular brown patches. Severe infestations can lead to sections of sod that peel back easily, almost like a carpet, due to the loss of root structure.
- Fire Ants — Fire ants build large, unsightly mounds throughout your lawn and landscape beds. Besides damaging the turf and disrupting the root zone, they pose a painful stinging hazard to people and pets. Their tunneling can also weaken the soil structure, making it difficult to maintain healthy, even grass coverage.
How Our Insect Control Service Helps
When these pests show up, quick action is key to saving your lawn. Our Curative Insect Control service is designed to target active infestations fast and stop further feeding damage. Using professional-grade insecticides applied with the correct timing, we can help eliminate these pests and prevent additional destruction.
Our treatments focus on stopping the destructive lawn insects at the source while helping your grass recover as quickly as possible. We pair this approach with expert lawn care recommendations to strengthen your turf and improve its resilience to future pest attacks.
Frequently Asked Questions About Insect Control
How do I know if I have armyworms or other insect problems?
You might notice sudden brown or thinning patches in your lawn, chewed or ragged grass blades, or increased bird activity since birds love to feed on these pests. If you’re unsure, our team can help diagnose the problem with a professional inspection.
When is the best time to treat lawn insects?
The best time to treat is as soon as you notice active damage. Armyworms and fire ants can spread quickly, so early intervention is key to stopping further destruction and helping your lawn recover faster.
Can I prevent lawn insects from coming back?
While it’s hard to prevent these pests entirely, a healthy, well-maintained lawn is less likely to suffer severe damage. Regular fertilization, proper mowing, and professional monitoring make your lawn stronger and more resilient against future infestations.
Keep Your Lawn Healthy and Beautiful
A strong, healthy lawn is your best defense against pests, but even the healthiest turf can fall victim to armyworms and sod webworms if they aren’t controlled quickly. Our Curative Insect Control service is available as an add-on service to our lawn fertilization and weed control customers, because we believe in providing comprehensive, proactive care — not just one-time treatments.
If you’ve noticed sudden brown patches, thinning grass, or heavy bird activity, don’t wait. Contact us today to learn more about how our Curative Insect Control service can restore and protect your lawn, so you can enjoy a lush, worry-free yard all season long.
