Identifying and Treating Grub Worms in North Texas Lawns
While grub worms might be small, they can certainly wreak havoc on your lawn. At Green Top Lawn Care, we’ve helped countless homeowners across North Texas identify and treat grub worm infestations before they cause long-term damage. So if you’ve noticed brown patches, wilting grass, or even animals digging in your yard, grub worms could be to blame.
What Are Grub Worms?
Grub worms are the larval stage of beetles—in North Texas they are most commonly larval June bugs. In other regions they may also come from Japanese beetles. These plump white C-shaped pests live just below the surface of your soil and feed on grass roots. As they grow, they chew through the root system of your grass, cutting off its ability to absorb water and nutrients. The results? Look for dead brown patches that often appear in late summer or early fall.
But the damage doesn’t stop there. Grubs attract predators like birds, raccoons and armadillos, all of which will dig up your lawn in search of a snack, adding to the destruction.
How to Tell If You Have Grub Worms
Grub worm damage can sneak up on you, and by the time you notice it your lawn may already be struggling. One of the first signs is patchy brown grass that lifts away from the soil very easily, almost like a piece of loose carpet, because the roots have been eaten away. You might also notice that the ground feels unusually soft or spongy when you walk across it. Another clue is wildlife activity. If raccoons, birds or armadillos have started digging in your yard, they’re probably after a grub worm buffet. To know for sure, dig a few inches into the soil where the grass looks damaged. If you find 5 to 10 of those white, C-shaped grubs in a square foot of soil, it’s definitely time to step in. To deal with this common lawn pest for good, Green Top Lawn Care is only one call away.
Our Reliable Approach to Grub Worm Treatment
At Green Top Lawn Care we offer professional pest control treatments designed specifically for the North Texas climate. Here’s how we tackle the problem.
1. Inspection and Assessment
We start with a thorough inspection to confirm the presence of grubs and assess the extent of the damage.
Using professional-grade products, we apply a grub control solution that eliminates larvae before they can mature and cause further damage.
3. Preventive Care
Timing is everything – applying preventive treatments in late spring or early summer can stop grubs before they hatch. We’ll help you time this perfectly to protect your lawn all season long.
4. Lawn Recovery Recommendations
If damage has already been done, we can perform turf building services or recommend companies that overseed or sod to help your grass bounce back quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grubs
Will My Lawn Recover From Grub Damage?
Your lawn will recover from grub damage if most roots are still intact. Lightly damaged areas may recover on their own with proper watering and fertilization, while heavily damaged sections with completely destroyed roots will require reseeding or resodding.
When Is The Best Time To Treat For Grubs?
The best time to treat for grubs is in late summer to early fall (August through September) when newly hatched grubs are small and feed near the soil surface. Preventative treatment can also be applied in late spring to early summer (May-June) before adult beetles lay eggs.
When Are Grubs Most Active?
Grubs are most active and cause the most damage during late summer and early fall (August-October) when they’re actively feeding, and again briefly in spring (April-May) before pupating into adult beetles.
Don’t Let Grub Worms Ruin Your North Texas Lawn
Grub worms are a serious threat to the health of your lawn, but with the right plan in place, they’re easy to manage. At Green Top Lawn Care we’re proud to help North Texas homeowners keep their lawns green, strong and grub-free. Think you might have grub worms? Call (817) 684-4044, or request a free turf insect control quote.
