Nutrimax’s Insect Control Services in Illinois
Enjoy a new comfort of living with a completely pest-free home, and keep your lawn safe from damaging grubs with our prevention program.
Grub Control in Illinois
What Are Grubs?
Grubs are the larval form of scarab beetles, like the Japanese Beetles. These white, “C-shaped” larvae feed on the roots and soil underneath the grass. Infestations can go unnoticed for long periods of time, until large portions of the lawn are already destroyed.
Signs of a Surface-Feeding Insect Infestation
Ensuring a healthy lawn goes beyond weed control; it also involves protecting against destructive surface-feeding insects like grubs. Detecting signs of their presence early is crucial.
Keep an eye out for these indicators:
- Yellow/Brown Grass: An abrupt change in grass color, especially in localized patches, may signal grub damage as they feed on grassroots, depriving them of nutrients and water.
- Dry, Wilted Grass: Grub-infested areas often exhibit signs of drought stress, with grass appearing dry and wilted despite adequate watering.
- Dead Spots: Grubs can cause extensive damage, resulting in patches of dead grass where their feeding activity has been most intense.
- Skeletonized Leaves: As grubs feed, they consume grass roots and may also nibble on above-ground plant parts, leaving behind leaves with a skeleton-like appearance.
- “Moving” Grass With No Wind: Grub activity can loosen the soil, causing the grass to feel spongy underfoot or appear to move even without wind.
Protect your lawn from grubs’ destructive effects with Nutrimax Lawn Care’s Grub Control services. Our targeted solutions safeguard your grass year-round, ensuring a healthy and resilient lawn.
Prevention Methods for Grubs
A truly healthy lawn will be able to withstand surface-feeding insects. Click Here to see our Lawn Care Program and learn how we improve your lawn using our custom blended, organic-based fertilizer.