How Much Should I Water This Fall?
The fall season is here, and cooler temperatures and shorter days are upon us. As each week passes by, your lawn grows less and has less need for water. The trees are getting ready for [...]
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09, 2023
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04, 2023
When Should I Start Watering?
The months of April & May on Long Island are typically cool and wet. Combined with abundant soil moisture and lawn & landscape beginning to wake up from winter dormancy, very little supplemental irrigation is [...]
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04, 2023
Time For Spring Turn On!
Spring Is Here!It’s officially spring and the days will become warmer with each passing week. In a few weeks the lawns will be turning green, plants will be flowering, and trees will begin leafing out. [...]
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02, 2023
Cold Weather Alert!
Cold weather is on its way! Cold weather can wreak havoc on home, health, and plumbing. Really cold weather like we are experiencing right now on Long Island with a stiff wind can test even the [...]
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11, 2022
Has Your Sprinkler System Been Winterized?
This is the last week Rain Rich will be winterizing sprinkler systems. Monday morning the temperature was 24 degrees and although the temperatures are warming up, consistent cold temperatures are on their way. Once the [...]
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10, 2022
Does My Lawn & Landscape Require Watering in November?
The short answer is – no. Irrigation in November is not required and in Nassau County a violation of their sprinkler system code. In November the temperatures are cool/cold, the days are short, and the [...]
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10, 2022
When Is It Time To Winterize My Sprinkler System?
For most of us on Long Island, the time to winterize our sprinkler systems is now. The weather is cool, the days are shorter, and it rains 1-2x/week. The soil has sufficient moisture and does [...]
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07, 2022
What Is A Great Irrigation Installation?
A great irrigation installation begins with a great design. There are many variables that must be considered that include the following: Water source e.g. municipal vs. well water Water volume as gallons per minute Water [...]
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07, 2022
Why Does My Lawn Have Brown Spots?
Brown spots or brown areas in the lawn may be caused by several factors. The types of grasses we grow here on Long Island are cool weather plants and do not like or thrive well [...]
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07, 2022
Long Island Heat Alert! Time to Water!
WATER! WATER! WATER! The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Long Island for the next several days. It’s important that you increase your irrigation run times to maintain your lawn and landscape. [...]