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Don’t Let Lawn Diseases Destroy Your Hard Work

You fertilize, water, and mow—but brown patches, thinning areas, or strange discolored rings still show up. In our climate, lawn diseases and fungal problems can spread quickly, especially when grass is stressed by heat, humidity, or poor drainage.

Boots Pest & Weed Control helps homeowners in Southwest Oklahoma identify and treat turf diseases before they get out of control. Our technicians know what to look for, how to separate disease damage from drought or insect issues, and how to build a plan that protects your lawn long-term.

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Common Lawn Diseases in Southwest Oklahoma

While every yard is different, some disease patterns pop up again and again in our area, especially under hot, humid, or overwatered conditions. These can cause:

  • Circular or irregular brown patches
  • Thinning or dead areas that spread over time
  • Yellowing grass blades with spots or lesions
  • Greasy, matted, or slimy patches in cool, wet weather

Even if you don’t know the disease by name, the symptoms are easy to spot when you walk your lawn regularly. Our job is to identify what’s happening and respond appropriately.

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How We Diagnose Lawn Diseases

When you call Boots about a suspicious area in your yard, we:

  • Inspect the affected area and surrounding turf
  • Look for patterns—location, shape, and spread of damage
  • Check thatch, soil, and moisture levels
  • Rule out other causes like insects, pets, or mower damage
  • Recommend treatment options based on what we find

Sometimes we may recommend adjustments to watering and mowing along with treatments; other times, a targeted fungicide application is needed to stop active disease.

Treatment Options for Lawn Diseases

Depending on the issue and its severity, your disease control plan may include:

  • Targeted fungicide applications on affected and surrounding areas
  • Program changes to reduce conditions that favor disease (thatch, watering, etc.)
  • Aeration and thatch management to improve airflow and drainage
  • Overseeding to repair thin or damaged sections after disease is under control

We focus on stopping the spread of the disease and helping your turf recover as quickly as possible.

Preventing Lawn Disease Before It Starts

The best disease control is prevention. Boots integrates disease awareness into your overall lawn care program by:

  • Avoiding excessive, poorly timed fertilization
  • Encouraging deep, infrequent watering instead of nightly sprinkling
  • Promoting proper mowing height and sharp blades
  • Recommending aeration and thatch management where needed
  • Monitoring for early signs of trouble during regular visits

By keeping your lawn healthy and reducing stress, we make it harder for diseases to take hold.

How Climate and Watering Habits Affect Disease

In Southwest Oklahoma, disease pressure often increases when:

  • Nights stay warm and humid
  • Lawns are watered late in the evening, keeping grass wet for too long
  • Thatch and compaction trap moisture at the grass base
  • Lawns stay wet from frequent, shallow watering instead of drying between deep waterings

We’ll help you adjust your irrigation schedule and lawn practices so your grass is less vulnerable to fungi and other pathogens.

Integrating Disease Control Into Your Lawn Program

Lawn disease control isn’t a stand-alone service for most homeowners—it’s part of a complete lawn health strategy. Boots can:

  • Build disease prevention into your regular lawn care program
  • Respond quickly when issues arise
  • Coordinate with your fertilization, aeration, and weed control schedule
  • Provide clear instructions on what you can do between visits to help your lawn recover

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We only use EPA approved products and highly trained technicians to ensure the safety of people, pets, and the environment.

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We offer comprehensive pest plans for year-round protection and discounts are available for annual subscribers.

Free Re-treat If Any Issues Arise

Our year-round service plans offer free re-treats. If pest activity continues after your appointment, we provide additional treatment free of charge.

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Lawn Disease Control FAQs 

How do I know if my lawn has a disease or just drought damage?

Disease often shows up as distinct patterns—circles, irregular patches, or areas with spotted blades—while drought tends to create more uniform browning in high-stress areas. Our technicians can inspect your lawn and help you tell the difference.

Are lawn fungicides safe for my family and pets?

When used correctly and according to label directions, fungicides are applied in a way that minimizes risk. We’ll let you know if any reentry delay is needed and give you simple instructions so you can feel comfortable using your yard again.

Will one treatment cure the problem permanently?

Some diseases respond well to a single targeted treatment, while others require a short series of applications or changes to your lawn’s care routine. We’ll explain what to expect based on the specific issue in your yard.

Can lawn diseases come back year after year?

Yes, some diseases can reappear under the same conditions. That’s why we focus heavily on prevention—adjusting watering, mowing, fertilization, and thatch levels to make your lawn less welcoming to disease.

Should I keep watering a diseased area?

Your lawn still needs water, but overwatering can make many diseases worse. We’ll provide specific guidance on how much and how often to water while we’re treating the problem.

Is disease control included in your lawn care programs?

Disease monitoring is naturally part of our regular visits. If we see an issue, we’ll let you know right away and recommend a treatment plan. Disease control applications can be added as needed to your existing lawn care program.