If You Notice Any of These Signs, Your Lawn Might Be Infested With Grubs

Grubs are a common lawn pest here in Florida, and they can cause serious damage to your lawn if they infest it. These pests feed on the roots of grass, causing it to become unanchored from the soil. If your lawn feels spongy when you walk on it and lifts easily like a carpet, it could be a sign that grubs have infested it. Another sign of a grub infestation is an increased presence of animals, such as raccoons and birds, which feed on grubs. Brown patches on your lawn are also a sign of grub damage because they result from the roots being chewed through. If you notice any of these signs, you can check for grubs by digging up a small section of your turf. If you see five or more grubs in a 1 square-foot area, your lawn is likely infested with these pests.

If your lawn feels spongy when you walk on it, it could be a sign that it's infested with grubs.

One of the most common signs of a grub infestation is a spongy feeling when you walk on your lawn. This happens because grubs feed on the roots of your grass, leaving them unanchored to the soil. When this happens, your grass will no longer be firmly attached to the soil, causing it to lose its secure foundation and making it feel spongy when you walk on it. Not only that, but it'll also lift up easily like a carpet when you gently tug on it.

An increased presence of animals on your lawn could indicate a grub infestation.

Another sign of a grub infestation is an increased presence of animals on your lawn. Animals like raccoons and birds feed on grubs, so if you notice them digging around in your yard, there's a good chance they are looking for grubs to eat. While these animals can be beneficial because they help control the grub population, they can also cause damage to your lawn as they search for these pests. If you notice an increase in animal activity on your lawn, it could be a sign that grubs have infested it.

Brown patches on your lawn could be caused by grub damage.

Grub damage often manifests as random, irregular brown patches on your lawn. As grubs feed on the roots of your grass, they weaken its tether to the soil. Without a strong root system, your turf can't access the nutrients and resources it needs, causing it to turn brown and die. So, if you notice random brown patches on your lawn, it could be a result of grub damage.

If you actually see grubs, your lawn is likely infested with them.

If you suspect a grub infestation, you can check for them by digging up a small section of your turf. If you see five or more grubs in a 1 square-foot area, your lawn is likely infested with these pests. If you do see grubs, you'll want to schedule a curative grub control treatment as soon as possible to eliminate them before they can cause any more damage to your lawn.

Give us a call today to schedule our grub control service.

If you think your lawn is infested with grubs, we are the team to turn to. At FertiGator Lawn Care, we offer both preventative and curative grub control treatments to help keep your lawn free of these pests. We serve homes in The Villages, Lady Lake, Wildwood, FL, and nearby areas. Give us a call today at (352) 314-2867 to schedule our grub control service!