Frequently asked questions
Insect control FAQs

Bare patches appearing on your lawn could signal a chafer grub or leatherjacket infestation, especially if you notice it during early summer or autumn.

Chafer grubs are usually easy to spot just a few centimetres down in the soil. Leatherjackets, however, are much harder to see. One of the best warning signs is the presence of crane flies (daddy longlegs) hovering over your lawn in late summer. These are the adult form of leatherjackets and often indicate they’re laying eggs that will hatch in September/October.

If you’re unsure, our lawn care experts can quickly confirm and advise on the right treatment before the damage spreads.

Chafer grubs and leatherjackets each have key periods when treatment is most effective.

• Chafer grubs: June–July
• Leatherjackets: September–October

These are the two most common lawn pests in the UK and are the ones we specialise in treating.

The good news is, if you have an ongoing lawn care package, our experts can spot the signs of an infestation early and treat it at the right time, long before the damage becomes severe.

Insect larvae and grubs don’t just look unpleasant, they feed on your lawn’s roots, causing thin, brown patches and in severe cases killing off your lawn. Our insect control treatment removes the pests quickly and safely, stopping the damage before it spreads and helping your lawn stay thick, green and healthy.

A bonus benefit? Once the grubs are gone, wildlife like badgers, foxes and birds stop digging for them. That means fewer holes, less mess, and a lawn that stays neat, tidy and looking its best.

Leatherjackets and chafer grubs can wreak havoc on your lawn, but dealing with them is simple when our experts step in. We use a professional insecticide approved for use on domestic lawns, applied safely and correctly by your local Greensleeves expert.

Our specialist treatment quickly removes the infestation and protects your lawn from serious damage and once the product has dried, it’s completely safe for families and pets, giving you total peace of mind while keeping your garden looking its best.