Grubs are the larvae of beetles, such as June beetles and Japanese beetles. These beetles lay eggs in the soil, which then hatch into grubs. Grubs can cause significant damage to your lawn by feeding on the roots of your grass, causing it to become weak and brown. As grubs mature, they transform into adult beetles, which emerge from the soil to feed on the leaves of plants and trees. Both grubs and beetles can be harmful to your lawn, and it's important to take preventative measures to protect your grass. Hiring professionals to deal with grubs is recommended, as they can provide preventative treatments to keep grubs from becoming a problem. If your lawn in Texas is already infested with grubs, professionals can apply curative treatments to eliminate the infestation and prevent them from turning into beetles. By taking action to address grubs, you can help keep your lawn healthy and vibrant.

What do grubs turn into?

Grubs are the larvae of beetles, such as June beetles and Japanese beetles. These beetles lay eggs in the soil, which then hatch into grubs. As grubs mature, they transform into adult beetles, which emerge from the soil to feed on the leaves of plants and trees. Depending on the species of beetle, this process can take anywhere from a few months to years. Once the beetles emerge from the soil, they mate and lay eggs, starting the cycle all over again.

Grubs will eventually turn into beetles such as June beetles and Japanese beetles?

Grubs and beetles can both harm your lawn.

Three grubs on top of soil in Austin, TX.

Grubs and beetles can both cause significant damage to your lawn. Grubs feed on the roots of your grass, causing it to become weak and brown. This can lead to large patches of dead grass in your lawn, which can be difficult to repair. Additionally, grubs can attract other animals, such as raccoons and skunks, which will dig up your lawn in search of them, causing further damage.

Beetles can also cause damage to your lawn by feeding on the blades of your grass. This can lead to defoliation, which can weaken your grass and make it more susceptible to other stressors, such as drought and disease.

Hire professionals to protect your lawn from grubs.

If you suspect a grub problem in your lawn, quick action is key. Professionals can apply two types of treatments depending on the timing and severity of the issue:

  • Preventative treatments are applied before grubs become active. These stop grubs from developing and damaging your grass in the first place.
  • Curative treatments are used when an infestation is already present. They target and kill existing grubs, preventing further turf damage and reducing the number of beetles that could cause future problems.

Hiring professionals ensures that the right treatment is applied at the right time to protect your lawn effectively.

June beetles are a common type of beetle that can cause damage to your lawn, and they typically emerge from the soil in late spring or early summer.

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

If you're dealing with a grub infestation, we're here to help. At Dr. Tex Lawn & Pest, we offer a grub control service to eliminate existing infestations and prevent them from turning into beetles. We also offer preventative treatments to keep grubs from becoming a problem in the first place. We offer our grub control service to property owners in Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, TX, and throughout the surrounding areas. Give us a call today at (512) 717-5071 to schedule our grub control service and protect your lawn from these lawn-damaging pests!