Armyworm & Lawn Grub
Armyworm & Lawn Grub Control Services
Armyworms and lawn grubs are destructive outdoor pests that can cause rapid and extensive damage to lawns, turf, and landscaped areas. These pests are most active during warmer months (they LOVE Australia’s Spring and Summer seasons), and are often detected only after visible lawn damage has already occurred. Professional treatment is the most effective way to stop the spread and restore lawn health.
Why Armyworms and Lawn Grubs Are So Damaging
Armyworms and lawn grubs are the larval stages of moths and beetles, and it is this larval stage that causes the most harm. Armyworms feed above ground, chewing through grass blades in large numbers, often creating irregular brown patches that can appear almost overnight. Lawn grubs feed below the surface, attacking grass roots and causing turf to lift easily from the soil.
While these pests are not dangerous to humans or pets, their impact on lawns can be severe. Infestations weaken turf, leaving it vulnerable to weeds, drought stress, and disease. Birds, possums, and other wildlife may further damage lawns as they dig in search of grubs, compounding the problem.
Because armyworms and lawn grubs can spread quickly and have seasonal population explosions, untreated infestations can destroy large lawn areas in a short time.
How to Reduce the Risk of Lawn Infestations
Maintaining a healthy lawn is the first line of defence against armyworms and lawn grubs. Regular mowing, appropriate watering, and correct fertilisation help strengthen turf and improve its ability to recover from pest activity.
Monitoring lawns for early warning signs – such as chewed grass edges, thinning patches, or turf that lifts easily – allows for faster intervention. Reducing excess thatch and improving soil drainage can also make lawns less attractive to egg-laying insects.
However, once larvae are present in significant numbers, DIY treatments often provide limited or inconsistent results, particularly when pests are feeding below the surface.
Professional Armyworm & Lawn Grub Control by National Pest Solutions
National Pest Solutions provides targeted armyworm and lawn grub treatments designed to eliminate larvae and protect turf long-term. Our technicians assess lawn condition, identify the pest species involved, and determine the most effective treatment approach.
We use professional-grade products that penetrate soil and turf to reach larvae at the source, helping stop active feeding and reduce future outbreaks. Treatments are applied with care for surrounding plants, pets, and people.
Whether you’re dealing with active lawn damage or want preventative protection, National Pest Solutions offers reliable, effective solutions to keep your lawn healthy and resilient. Contact our team today to safeguard your turf from armyworms and lawn grubs.
