First, you won't be able to get our products locally so if you decide to fix this problem using our materials, you'll need to order through our shopping cart and have the items delivered.

Second, lawn problems are never a "quick fix". Furthermore, when dealing with them at the end of the warm season, a full resolution won't be noticed till the following year. But based on the limited information you provided, I think it's safe to say you should start now since a couple of the problems can most definitely be resolved from the fall through the winter.

Third, the products we have listed are all safe for use where people and pets will be active.

Fourth, the PH is most important and needs to be measured and then adjusted (if it's too high or too low) first. Once it's fixed, you may proceed with dealing with other problems but not till that time.

So in summary, let's start with your PH. This means you need to get it measured. Our PH METER is a great tool to have just for this reason as it will enable you to get readings whenever you want. Once you know the PH, you can begin to adjust it if need be. Read up on soil ph here:

Soil PH Control: http://www.soil-ph.com/soil-ph

Once you get the ph fixed, we'll deal with the grubs. This will involve some treatments as explained in our GRUB CONTROL ARTICLE but there is no need to get ahead of ourselves. So for now, lets focus on the PH. Send us another message once you know it's level and we'll further advise.

Here are direct links to the information and products listed above:

PH Meter:  http://www.bugspraycart.com/equipment/testing/phmoisturelight-probe

PH Control:  http://www.soil-ph.com/soil-ph

Grub Control:  http://www.bugspray.com/article/grubs.html

There isn't a specific formulation or amount to use for exact ph adjustments. But if you look at the label for our SULFUR GRANULES, you'll see it says to use about 3.5 lbs per 1000 sq/ft. Exactly how much this will reduce the PH is hard to guage but in most situations it will be around .5-1.0 of a drop. So start with this rate and monitor the PH using a PH METER. Once you see the PH has dropped and becomes stable, apply some more. As you approach your goal, reduce the amount of Sulfur you're applying to maybe 1-2 lbs per treatment instead of the full 3.5 lbs. Over the course of 3-6 months you should be able to get it adjusted to where you want it to be.

Here are direct links to the information and products listed above:

Sulfur Granules:  http://www.non-toxic-pest-control.com/granules/sulfur-90-granules

PH Meter:  http://www.bugspraycart.com/equipment/testing/phmoisturelight-probe

We have a LAWN PH METER that's both easy to use and inexpensive. It's very handy and a "must have" for anyone that's serious about keeping their grass green and healthy. And if you run into another ph problem at any time, be sure to refer to our on line article about SOIL PH ADJUSTMENTS which explains most everything you'll need to know about how to get your soil in good shape to help it grown great grass.

We have a great portable Soil Ph Meter that is fast, accurate and easy to use. It also measures "available light" as well as the soil moisture level. This tool is vital if you wish to monitor the Ph level of the turf around the house and when maintained right, will enable you to grow grass, plants and most anything. We have more information about ph maintenance on line in our Soil Ph Article.