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Explore some of the common lawn-damaging pests.
Our experts are trained to identify and treat a wide array of lawn insects that could be jeopardizing the health of your lawn. The presence and intensity of certain pests can vary across service areas, so some treatments may be sold separately. Our specialists are trained to spot lawn-damaging pests and will make specialized treatment recommendations for your turf. Read on to learn about some of the most common offenders.
Armyworms
Armyworms are ravenous pests that can quickly devour an entire yard if left untreated. Emerging during hot weather, they snack on grass blades, leaving behind discolored grass. They will move from one area of the lawn to the next, making it important to seek professional help as soon as you spot signs of an infestation.
Billbugs
Billbugs damage lawns by devouring grass roots and stems, leaving behind weakened, brittle patches. If your grass is turning brown and easily breaks off, billbugs could be the culprit.
Chinch Bugs
Chinch bugs are tiny insects that feed on grass blades and suck the life out of your lawn. One telltale sign of an infestation is wilted turf that turns brown and dies in small, irregular patches.
Grubs
Grubs are the larvae of various beetle species, and they tend to burrow into your soil and feast on their favorite snack: grass roots. This can devastate the root system, causing wilting grass, brown patches, and an increase of hungry animals with an appetite for grubs.
Mole Crickets
Mole crickets are most commonly found in the southern states and prefer warm-season grass types. They burrow and dig their way through soil, where they chew on underground root systems, drying out grass. These pests are easy to spot, with their claw-like front legs.
Sod Webworms
Sod webworms are trouble-making caterpillars that chew through grass blades. Damage first appears as small, ragged brown spots in the turf that grows into larger, dead patches.
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