When it comes to planting grass in Sunnyvale, TX, many homeowners choose sod installation to simplify the process and get their new lawn off to a great start. While laying sod can make growing turf grass easier, your yard can still be vulnerable to problems. Watch this video to learn how to diagnose common lawn issues.

Stress, insects, and disease are the 3 main causes of unhealthy grass. To diagnose what’s affecting your lawn, start by checking a sample of a healthy patch of grass for its moisture level, amount of thatch, and root system length. Then, compare this to a sample from an area of unhealthy grass. Checking the 2 samples for differences is a great way to begin the process of diagnosing your lawn’s problem.