Lawn Pest Control for Greater New Orleans and Northshore Homes

A healthy lawn can go downhill fast once insects move in. Chinch bugs, grub worms, armyworms, fire ants, and mole crickets all feed on South Louisiana turf, and the damage often looks like drought stress or disease until it has spread across the yard. Store-bought products rarely solve the problem, because each pest needs a different product, rate, and timing.

Lobb-Alexis has protected Greater New Orleans and North Shore lawns for more than 40 years. Our technicians identify the exact pest behind the damage, then apply targeted, professional-grade treatments as part of your lawn care program. Contact our team today for a complimentary evaluation and a treatment plan built for your yard.

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How Do I Identify My Lawn Pests?

The underlying cause of lawn problems can be tricky to identify to the untrained eye. However, correctly pinpointing an insect infestation is the key to properly addressing it. The experts at Lobb-Alexis are thoroughly trained to identify the most common underground and surface insects that damage lawns and commercial turfs in South Louisiana, including:

Chinch Bugs: These tiny bugs love various types of turfgrass, and are particularly destructive to St. Augustine grass. Chinch bug infestations are most common during hot, dry weather when their damage can easily be mistaken for drought stress. If scattered patches of grass look yellow, dry, or dead and don't respond to watering, you may have an infestation.
Grub Worms: Sometimes called white grubs, these beetle larvae live in the soil and feed on grass roots. Their activity can cause patches of your lawn to turn brown and die. You can identify a white grub infestation by pulling back patches of brown grass and looking for the grubs themselves.
Mites: Spider mites are the most common threat to a variety of landscaping plants, including many trees and shrubs in the Greater New Orleans and Northshore area. They suck sap from the leaves, causing them to develop stippling (small yellow or white dots), bronzing, or yellowing.
Mole Crickets: These burrowing insects can damage your lawn by tunneling underneath the surface and feeding on grass roots. You might see raised, winding tunnels just beneath the surface of your lawn. Call us if your lawn feels spongy, you see tunnels or brown patches, or you notice small mounds of soil near these areas. We offer a specialized application specifically for Mole Crickets.
Armyworms: These caterpillars move across lawns in large groups, stripping grass blades down to the stem, sometimes in a matter of days. Fall armyworm damage shows up as ragged, chewed patches that spread quickly after late-summer storms.
Fire Ants: Fire ant mounds damage turf and make yards painful to use. Our fire ant control treatments target the colony so mounds stay down between visits.

Our technicians provide lawn pest control across the metro and the North Shore, including Mandeville, Covington, Slidell, and Metairie.

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How Our Team Stops Lawn Pests at the Source

Identification first, then targeted treatments timed to each pest and its life cycle.

Lobb-Alexis Has Solutions for Every Yard Problem

Our team is ready to rehabilitate your outdoor spaces. Maximize your investment in your backyard oasis with these additional lawn care services.

Weed Control

Alongside pest control, weed control is an integral component of our comprehensive lawn care program. We tackle weeds both before and after they emerge.

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Don't let mosquitoes rob you of precious time enjoying your yard. Fight back against these disease-carrying pests with our seasonal mosquito control services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common lawn pests in Greater New Orleans?

Chinch bugs, grub worms, armyworms, fire ants, and mole crickets cause most of the lawn damage we see. St. Augustine lawns across the metro and the North Shore are especially vulnerable to chinch bugs during hot, dry stretches.

How do I know if my lawn has pests or a watering problem?

If yellow or brown patches keep spreading despite consistent watering, insects are the likely cause. Chinch bug damage usually starts in the hottest, sunniest areas of the lawn, while grubs leave turf that pulls up like loose carpet.

Are lawn pest treatments safe for children and pets?

Yes, when applied according to the product label. We tell you exactly how long to keep children and pets off the lawn after each visit, usually until the application has dried.

How often should a North Shore lawn be treated for pests?

Most lawns do best with preventive insect control through the growing season, plus targeted treatments whenever an evaluation turns up pest activity.

Do you provide lawn pest control in Mandeville, Covington, and Slidell?

Yes. We serve the entire North Shore and the Greater New Orleans metro, with dedicated lawn pest control programs in Mandeville, Covington, Slidell, and Metairie.