Protecting Your Lawn from the “Silent Killers”
Grubs might be small, but their impact on your lawn can be devastating. These C-shaped, milky-white larvae are the offspring of beetles (like Japanese Beetles or June Bugs) and spend their lives beneath the surface, feeding on the very thing that keeps your grass alive: the roots.
At Benjamin Lawn & Landscape, we specialize in both stopping grubs before they start and rescuing lawns that are currently under attack. Our seasonal protection doesn’t stop at the soil line, either—our treatments also provide a critical defense against armyworms, an occasional seasonal pest that can march through a lawn and strip it of its green blades in a matter of days.
Signs Your Lawn Has a Pest Problem
Because grubs and armyworms often work quickly or out of sight, watch for these red flags:
- Spongy Turf (Grubs): If your lawn feels soft or bouncy, it may be because grubs have disconnected the grass from the soil.
- The “Carpet” Test (Grubs): Affected grass can often be pulled up or rolled back easily, much like a piece of loose carpet.
- Rapid Defoliation (Armyworms): If your grass appears to be “disappearing” or turning brown almost overnight, you may have an armyworm invasion.
- Uninvited Guests: If you notice birds, skunks, or raccoons suddenly digging up your yard, they are likely hunting for larvae.
Our Two-Fold Approach: Prevention & Cure
We believe that preventative care is always the best path. It is more cost-effective and saves your grass from the stress of being eaten. However, if you are already seeing damage, we have the professional tools to stop the infestation in its tracks.
1. The Preventative Shield (The Preferred Choice)
As part of our 7-Step Annual Program, we apply a preventative treatment during Step 4: Grub Control & Summer Protection.
- Proactive Defense: This treatment targets newly hatched larvae while they are tiny and vulnerable, eliminating the population before they can grow.
- Added Security: This application also acts as a safeguard against seasonal pests like armyworms, providing you with peace of mind during the hot summer months.
2. Curative Rescue Treatments (For Active Problems)
If you didn’t have a preventative shield in place and you notice the signs of an active infestation, don’t panic.
- Fast-Acting Results: We utilize specialized curative products designed to stop active feeding immediately, whether the threat is underground (grubs) or on the surface (armyworms).
- Lawn Recovery: Once the pests are controlled, we perform a professional Lawn Analysis (Step 5 of our program) to recommend the best path for fall seeding and aeration to repair the damaged areas.
Why Choose Benjamin Lawn & Landscape?
We handle the science and the timing so you don’t have to. Our program includes Core Aeration, which reduces soil compaction and ensures our treatments reach the root zone where grubs live and feed.
We use specialized mapping software to measure your lawn’s exact square footage, providing you with a clear, upfront quote tailored specifically to your property.
Don’t wait for brown patches to appear. Contact us today for a custom quote, and let’s ensure your lawn is protected from the roots up.