Grubs can be a major problem for lawns in North Carolina, causing significant damage as they feed on the roots of grass. Fortunately, there is a way to protect your lawn from these pests: preventative grub control treatments. These treatments work by targeting grubs when they have just hatched and before they have a chance to cause harm. The best time to apply preventative grub control is in mid-spring, so it can get ahead of grubs before they hatch.
If you skip preventative treatments, however, grubs could infest your lawn, requiring curative treatments and potentially additional lawn care services to help your lawn recover from the damage. By investing in preventative grub control, you can avoid the hassle and expense of dealing with a grub infestation and keep your lawn healthy and beautiful all season long.
How do preventative grub control treatments work?
Preventative grub control treatments work by targeting grubs before they have a chance to cause damage to your lawn. These treatments contain a pesticide that is absorbed by the grass roots and kills grubs as they feed on it. It also works on grubs when they have just hatched from eggs, getting rid of them before they completely destroy the root system of your turf.
By applying a preventative treatment, you can stop grubs from infesting your lawn in the first place, preventing the need for more extensive treatments later on. Preventative treatments are most effective when applied before grubs hatch and begin feeding, which is why it's important to schedule them at the right time of year.
When should preventative grub control treatments be applied?
Timing is crucial when it comes to preventative grub control treatments. Ideally, they have to be applied in mid-spring. That's because grub eggs are typically laid around early summer, and applying the treatment before that ensures it has time to absorb into the soil and be ready when they hatch. Applying the treatment too early may reduce its effectiveness, but applying it too late can also be problematic because it might not work on the grubs already.
What happens if you skip preventative grub control treatments?
If you skip preventative grub control treatments, there is a risk that grubs could infest your lawn and cause significant damage. Grubs can quickly multiply and feed on the roots of your grass, leading to brown patches and thinning turf. If you notice signs of a grub infestation, such as wilting grass or increased animal activity, it's important to schedule a curative treatment as soon as possible to eliminate the grubs and prevent further damage.
In addition to curative treatments, you may also need to invest in lawn care services to help your lawn recover from the damage caused by grubs. This may include fertilization, overseeding, and aeration to promote healthy grass growth and repair any bare or damaged areas. By investing in preventative grub control treatments, you can avoid the hassle and expense of dealing with a grub infestation and keep your lawn healthy and beautiful all season long.
Call us today to schedule our grub control service!
Don't wait until it's too late to protect your lawn from grubs. Here at Agape Lawn Company, a grub control service is offered that includes preventative treatments to keep grubs from ever becoming an issue on your lawn. If it is already infested with grubs, don't fret because curative treatments are also offered to address the issue. This service is available to residential properties in Cary, NC, and neighboring areas like Chapel Hill and Raleigh. Call us today at (919) 672-2509 to schedule a preventative grub control treatment for your turf!
