Dead Patch Repair
We are proud to strengthen the roots of
Lubbock, TX, one lawn at a time.
Why Dead Patches?
Dead patches in your lawn can occur due to a variety of reasons including: inadequate watering (drought), excessive thatch buildup, pet urine burns, fungal diseases, insect infestations, improper mowing techniques, fertilizer burn, compacted soil, poor soil quality, salt damage, and extreme weather conditions; all of which can stress the grass and lead to dead areas.
Dead Patch Repair Process
Identify the Cause
Knowing the cause of the dead patch helps prevent it from happening again. Our lawn care professionals will observe the patterns in the dead patches, check for pests, and administer a soil test to properly diagnose the problem.
Remove the Dead Grass
We will remove the dead grass by raking or cutting out the brown spot and separating it from the surrounding green grass. Ensuring all brown grasses are removed will contribute to a more seamless rehabilitaion.
Prepare the Soil
Once the dead grass has been completelly removed, we will dig out the top 2-3 inches with a shovel and replace it with fresh topsoil or a soil-compost mix. Loosening the soil is essential so that new roots can take hold. Your lawn care expert will then smooth the soil so it’s even with the surrounding lawn - too high, and your mower will scalp it; too low, and it’ll look sunken. We will get it just right.
Reseed the Area
After picking a grass type that matches your existing lawn, we will seed the prepared soil and cover it with peat moss to hold moisture and keep birds from eating the seed.
In some cases, we might recommend sod for a quicker fix.
Water Regularly
We will water the area well right after planting, but seeds need to stay moist, so you will need to water lightly once or twice a day until the new grass begins to sprout (usually 5-10 days).
Monitor & Wait
Seed might take a few weeks to fill in and a couple of months to blend fully with the lawn. Sod looks good right away but needs 2-3 weeks to root properly before it can handle traffic or mowing. Don’t mow until the new grass is at least 3 inches tall, and even then, just trim lightly.
