If you’ve spotted brown patches creeping across your lawn or noticed raccoons digging up turf, you’re probably wondering: “Are grub control services really worth the money?”
You’re not alone. Every summer and fall, homeowners across Northern Utah—from Ogden to Layton to Syracuse—face the same frustrating question.
In this post, we’ll break down what grub control is, how to know if you need it, and why it might be one of the smartest seasonal services for your yard.
Whether you’ve dealt with grub damage before or just want to protect your green investment, we’ll give you the no-fluff facts.
What We’ll Cover
- What Are Grubs and Why Do They Wreck Lawns?
- How to Know If Your Lawn Has Grub Damage
- Are Grub Control Services Worth the Investment?
- DIY vs. Professional Grub Control: What’s Best?
- When’s the Best Time to Treat for Grubs in Utah?
- FAQs About Grub Control
- Final Thoughts
What Are Grubs and Why Do They Wreck Lawns?
Grubs are the larvae of beetles like Japanese beetles and June bugs. They hatch underground and feast on grassroots—leaving your lawn discolored, spongy, and weak.
They may be small, but their impact is huge:
- Eat and kill healthy grass from below
- Invite animals like skunks and raccoons who dig for them
- Lead to costly reseeding or sod replacement if untreated
In Northern Utah, grub activity spikes between late spring and early fall, making prevention key.
How to Know If Your Lawn Has Grub Damage
You won’t always see the grubs. But their signs are hard to miss:
- Brown patches that spread quickly
- Grass that feels spongy or peels up like carpet
- Pests digging in your yard at night
- Lawn won’t respond to watering or fertilizer
To confirm, you can lift a small patch of turf and count grubs:
- 5–7 grubs per square foot? Consider treatment.
- 10+ grubs? Your lawn is under attack.
Are Grub Control Services Worth the Investment?
Absolutely—especially if:
- You’ve seen signs of damage
- You want to avoid expensive repairs
- You care about your lawn’s long-term health
Here’s why professional grub control is worth it:
- Stops grubs before they hatch (preventative)
- Targets existing larvae (reactive)
- Reduces other pest problems (grubs attract bigger pests)
- Saves hundreds in reseeding, patching, or new sod
At Green Castle Lawn Care and Pest Control, we’ve helped thousands of Utah homeowners avoid turf destruction with well-timed, effective grub solutions.
DIY vs. Professional Grub Control: What’s Best?
Let’s compare:
| DIY Treatment | Professional Service (Like Ours) | |
| Cost | Lower upfront | Long-term cost-saving |
| Accuracy | Easy to mistime | Precise seasonal timing |
| Product Power | Weaker store-bought chemicals | Commercial-grade control |
| Application | Risk of under/overuse | Expert calibrated coverage |
| Guarantees | None | Targeted and accountable results |
Grub control only works if applied at the right time, in the right way. Miss the window, and you’re wasting money.
When’s the Best Time to Treat for Grubs in Utah?
Preventative Treatment:
Late May to Early July
Stops eggs from hatching and damaging your lawn.
Reactive Treatment:
Mid-July to Early September
Kills active grubs before they do more damage.
Our Simple 6-Step Lawn Program includes grub control during the most vulnerable months, alongside fertilization and weed prevention.
What Our Clients Say
We have used Green Castle Lawn Care for a couple of years now and I highly recommend them. They are professional, prompt, and truly customer service oriented. Our lawn is healthier than its been in a long time and that's saying a lot since we have "country" grass. We're looking forward to another year of their professional service. (And Tara is so nice to work with.) Thanks Green Castle!
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I recently had the pleasure of working with Green Castle for my lawn care needs, and I couldn’t be more impressed with their service. They’ve worked on my lawn twice now, and both times they exceeded my expectations. From the very beginning, their team was professional, punctual, and attentive to detail. They took the time to understand exactly what my lawn needed and delivered results that were nothing short of outstanding. My yard has never looked healthier or more vibrant! What really stood out to me was their commitment to quality. The team at Green Castle clearly takes pride in their work, ensuring every corner of my lawn was perfectly manicured. They also left everything clean and tidy after finishing the job, which I truly appreciated. In addition to their excellent service, their communication was top-notch. Scheduling was easy, and they kept me informed throughout the process. It’s clear that customer satisfaction is a priority for them. If you’re looking for reliable, high-quality lawn care, I highly recommend Green Castle. Their expertise and dedication have made a noticeable difference in my yard, and I look forward to continuing to work with them in the future!
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Great small and local business to work with. I have been using them for lawn treatments for over 6 years now. They take the extra step to help educate you and are very knowledgeable and very affordable at the same time. Highly recommend!!
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I have used Green Castle for lawn care for several years now and they have been great to work with. They communicate well and my lawn seems to improve and look healthier every year.
I couldn’t be happier with the lawn fertilization service! My yard has looked this lush and green year after year. Green Castle is professional, punctual, and takes the time to explain the process. Since starting the service 8 years ago I have had a significant improvement in the health of my lawn. If you’re looking for top-notch lawn service and outstanding results call Green Castle. I highly recommend!!!
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Green Castle Lawn Care has been great to work with. They are very responsive and always notify in advance before application so I can have the yard ready. Great company, Great people and support.
Green Castle has totally changed our lawn - it’s so much greener and all the spots in the lawn that were there when we moved in have filled in - they eradicated the weeds!! Zach is very knowledgeable and is great at explaining his recommendations. And Tara is wonderful!!! She manages the office - so friendly, organized and always available to answer any questions! We had tried other services in the past but we’re staying with Green Castle!
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I’ve been a valued customer for a few years and couldn’t be happier with the service, Green Castle provides. always prompt on days I’m scheduled for service and very customer oriented when needed. Thank you Green Castle loyal Customer!
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I have been using Green Castle for about 15 years in my old house and 10 years in the home I'm in now. They are extremely pleasant to work with, They keep their prices affordable and they are always dependable when they say will be here to fertilize my lawn. No disappointments here. Usually my lawn looks better than a lot of my neighbor's so they must use good stuff.
Best customer service. Any time I have questions on what or why lawn is doing what it is doing. They are there within a day and or I am sending pictures. Never guessing and the price is way more fair than any others I have gotten quotes from.
Green castle has helped to completely transform my lawn from a morning glory and dandelion patch to the thick, healthy and green lawn that I have now! My lawn has stayed green and lush even through the recent drought years and when my neighbors ask how its possible I always refer them to Green Castle. Tara is awesome to work with and always sends a text a day or two before they come treat the lawn, and the guys that come do the treatment and fast but effective, never missing any spots and making sure everything is applied in the correct way. Overall it is a great company and would recommend to anyone looking to have a lush and green lawn all summer!
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I couldn't recommend Green Castle enough! I have been a customer for many years and my lawn consistently looks great...always the greenest on the block. No one is more knowledgable about grass and lawn care than Zach, it's quite impressive. I will be a customer for years to come!
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We have had the greenest and most plush lawn of our entire adult lives the last 2 years. We tried all the do-it-yourself fertilizer programs and tried to stay on top of the weeds on our own for 20 years. Our yard was nice, it was mostly green, but it wasn’t plush and the weed battle was non-stop! However, since we have met Zach, Roxanne, and the team at Green Castle, our grass has been awesome and the weed free despite only being able to water a couple of times a week because of the drought. We love our Green Castle Lawn!
I have been using Green Castle lawn care for the last three years and I am very pleased with the service that I've received!! All of their service technicians are very professional and on time. My lawn looks great and I'm very satisfied with them! I'd recommend them for your lawn care.
FAQs About Grub Control
The Bottom Line on Grub Control
Grub control isn’t just an “extra.” It’s a core layer of lawn defense—especially if you want a green, healthy yard all year.
By acting early, you protect your lawn, your budget, and your peace of mind.
If you’re in Ogden, Layton, Clinton, or anywhere else across Northern Utah and want peace of mind, grub control is worth every penny.
Schedule your free lawn consultation or explore seasonal packages with Green Castle Lawn Care and Pest Control to get started.
