Why Is My Austin Lawn Turning Brown Even Though I'm Watering It?

Is your lawn turning brown even though you're watering regularly? In this video, Kyle Caldwell, Owner and Director of Agronomy at Century Outdoor Services, explains the most common reasons Austin-area lawns develop brown patches during the summer. Many homeowners assume they simply need more water, but the real problem could be chinch bugs, lawn disease, soil compaction, high-pH soil conditions, improper mowing, or irrigation coverage issues. In this video, you'll learn: ✅ How to tell the difference between drought stress and chinch bug damage ✅ Common lawn diseases we see in Austin ✅ How high-pH soils affect lawn health ✅ Why mowing height matters during hot weather ✅ What you can do to keep your lawn healthier this summer At Century Outdoor Services, our 9-Round Fertilization & Weed Control Program includes fertilization, weed control, grub prevention, insect monitoring, disease monitoring, and free service calls to help homeowners maintain healthy lawns throughout the year. Serving Austin, Bee Cave, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Leander, Round Rock, Pflugerville, and surrounding areas. 📞 Learn more about our lawn care services: https://centuryoutdoor.com