06/02/2026
Is your lawn feeling spongy underfoot? It may not be from rain.
The European Chafer Beetle has made its way to our area, and it can take down a healthy lawn faster than you'd expect. These pests live in the soil and feed on grass roots, leaving your yard wide open to damage and wildlife digging.
There are a few things worth watching for. Spongy or "springy" turf underfoot is one of the first signs, along with grass that peels back like a carpet when you grab it. You might also notice raccoons, skunks, or crows digging up sections of your yard, or sudden brown patches appearing seemingly overnight.
Quick test: Grab a small section of grass and give it a gentle tug. If it lifts with little to no resistance, that's a major red flag. The sooner this is caught, the better the outcome. Reach out to us if you're seeing any of these signs and we'll help you get ahead of the damage before it spreads.
