Brown Patches Taking
Over Your Lawn?It Might Be Chinch Bugs.
Fast, proven chinch bug treatment in Calgary.
Stop the damage before it spreads.
Calgary’s First & Most Experienced Chinch Bug Experts.
Since 2011, Cougarstone has treated more Calgary lawns for chinch bugs than anyone else. We know exactly how they spread, when they strike, and how to stop them for good.
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Chinch Bug Treatment Packages
No hidden fees. No guessing. Just one plan that protects your lawn all season.
Full-Season Protection
for the full season — lawns up to 2,500 sq ft
- Unlimited treatments, all season
- Backed by our Chinch Bug Guarantee
- Professional inspection included
Larger Lawns
for lawns over 2,500 sq ft
- Same unlimited treatment guarantee
- Price scaled fairly to your lawn size
- Free on-site measurement
Not sure which one applies to you? Get a free assessment and we’ll tell you exactly what your lawn needs — no upsell, no pressure.
Signs You Have Chinch Bugs
Chinch bug damage is often mistaken for drought stress — but there’s a key difference: watering won’t fix it.
- Yellow or brown patches that spread quicklyStarting in sunny, dry areas of your lawn.
- Lawn gets worse even with wateringDrought-stressed grass recovers. Chinch bug damage doesn’t.
- Damage appears in sunny, dry areasAlong driveways, sidewalks, and south-facing areas first.
- Brown patches continue expanding over timeLeft untreated, a small patch becomes your whole yard.
If this sounds familiar, you may have chinch bugs.
See How Fast Chinch Bugs Can Damage a Lawn
A healthy lawn can develop severe damage surprisingly quickly when chinch bugs are active.
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Healthy lawn in McKenzie Towne, Calgary
Why Store-Bought Treatments Usually Fail
Most homeowners try the hardware store route first. Here’s why it rarely works.
Only Kill Surface Bugs
Most chinch bugs hide in the thatch layer where store-bought products can’t reach.
Weaker Than Professional Products
Consumer-grade products are typically far less effective than commercial treatments.
Often Used Improperly
Timing, coverage, and application technique all matter. Getting it wrong wastes the product.
Damage Is Usually Noticed Too Late
Most infestations aren’t discovered until significant damage has already occurred.
By the time you see damage, the infestation is already advanced.
That’s where we come in.How We Eliminate Chinch Bugs
A professional two-visit program backed by our Chinch Bug Guarantee.
Inspect Your Lawn
We identify active chinch bug areas and assess the extent of the infestation.
Apply Professional Treatment
Commercial-grade products applied at the proper timing for maximum effectiveness.
Stop Further Damage
We eliminate active infestations and protect your lawn from continued destruction.
“I’ve seen firsthand how quickly chinch bugs can turn a healthy lawn into a patchy, brown mess. If you choose Cougarstone Lawn Care, my goal is simple: stop the infestation and prevent further damage to your lawn. Our professional two-visit treatment program is backed by our Chinch Bug Guarantee — if the chinch bugs come back this year, so do we. No extra charge. That’s my promise to you.”
What Our Customers Say
“Cougarstone saved our lawn! The chinch bugs were ruining it and now it looks better than ever. Highly recommend for chinch bug control.”
“Quick, professional and effective. Within 48 hours of treatment, the bugs were gone. I couldn’t believe it. Highly recommend.”
“They know their stuff. Great communication and awesome results. Cost of prevention is far less than replacing your lawn.”
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Think You Have Chinch Bugs?
Get a free assessment before the damage spreads. Same-week service available in most Calgary communities.