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๐ Common Lawn-Damaging Bugs in Northwest Indiana — And How to Stop Them
Is your lawn turning brown in patches or looking stressed no matter how much you water or mow?
The problem might not be your care routine — it might be bugs.
Insects are one of the most common (and sneakiest) threats to lawns in Northwest Indiana. From white grubs chewing away at roots underground to chinch bugs frying your grass in the sun, these pests can undo months of hard work in just a few weeks.
At GreenMaker Lawn Care, we’ve seen the damage they cause — and we’re here to help you spot it before it spreads.
๐ 1. White Grubs
These are the larvae of beetles like Japanese beetles or June bugs, and they feed on your lawn’s root system just below the surface.
- Signs: Brown patches that lift like carpet, spongy turf, digging by raccoons or skunks
- When: Late summer to early fall
- Solution: Apply preventative grub control in late spring or early summer
๐ 2. Chinch Bugs
Tiny but destructive, chinch bugs suck the juices from grass blades, causing patches to turn yellow, then brown, and die — especially in hot, sunny areas.
- Signs: Irregular dry patches, brittle or crunchy grass
- When: Mid to late summer
- Solution: Spot treatment + maintain thick, healthy turf
๐ 3. Sod Webworms
Adult moths lay eggs in your lawn, and the caterpillars (webworms) feed at night, chewing grass blades down to the crown.
- Signs: Chewed or scalped grass tips, brown patches, moths flying at dusk
- When: Summer
- Solution: Targeted insecticides + keep lawn well-watered
โ๏ธ 4. Armyworms
When armyworms invade, they march fast — devouring large swaths of green grass overnight.
- Signs: Shredded turf, visible caterpillars, rapid browning
- When: Late summer to early fall
- Solution: Fast-action insecticide + overseeding to recover
๐งช Not Sure What’s Causing the Damage?
Don’t waste money guessing. Our trained technicians will inspect your lawn, identify the issue, and recommend the right treatment — quickly and accurately.
๐ก๏ธ Stay Ahead of Lawn Pests
Routine lawn care isn’t just about looks — it’s your first line of defense against infestations. At GreenMaker Lawn Care, we offer:
- โ Preventative insect control
- โ Targeted treatments for active pests
- โ Seasonal lawn care plans tailored to Northwest Indiana’s climate
๐ Get a Free Lawn Evaluation
Spotted damage? Want peace of mind?
๐ Call us at (219) 798-9317
๐ง Email: info@greenmakerlawncare.com
๐ Visit: www.GreenMakerLawnCare.com
๐ Serving Northwest Indiana and surrounding areas
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