Sprinkler System Check Up- Mid Summer
This week brings us into mid-summer and a great time to check on your sprinkler system. A lot can happen between the time we turn your sprinkler system on and now. The spring start up [...]
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07, 2017
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06, 2017
Does Your Sprinkler System Stay On When Your Controller Says “off”?
Thankfully, our Long Island municipal water suppliers do a very good job of pumping water from our Aquifer and delivering to your home. They filter the water, treat it, and deliver in a safe and [...]
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06, 2017
Long Island Rainy Weather!
This Spring, Long Island has been unusually wet and cool and for most of us with established landscaping there should be no need to irrigate on a regular schedule. I am still actively turning systems on, [...]
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04, 2017
When should I start watering?
As the temperatures begin to climb on Long Island, many of our clients ask us when they should begin watering automatically. Watering requirements can be very different from one property to the next due to [...]
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03, 2017
Spring Turn On 2017
It may not feel like it, but spring is here! Now is the time to turn on your lawn sprinkler system, activate and test all the components. When the weather turns warm you want the [...]
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02, 2017
Long Island Spring Events
Spring is almost here! Check out these top Long Island Spring events for the whole family! The Long Island Spring Home Show Date: February 24, 25 & 26 2017 Time: Friday 4 pm - 8 [...]
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02, 2017
When is the best time to prune a tree?
According to the experts in arboriculture and Cornell cooperative extension, the best time to prune trees, especially deciduous trees, is between president’s day (February 20th) and tax day (April 15th). There are several reasons for this [...]
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07, 2016
The Long Island Heat Wave Continues!
With 8 consecutive days of 90 degree and above temperatures, this summer on Long Island is the hottest driest summer since 2002. Meteorologists predict the next 90 days to be warmer than normal with extended dry [...]
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07, 2016
A Mid-Summer Sprinkler System Check List
A Simple Sprinkler System Check List For Mid-July Mid July on Long Island can be an extremely difficult time for lawn and plants due to the extreme heat and humidity, especially this summer. I recommend [...]
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05, 2016
Why You Need To Fertilize Your Lawn
Grass is a high nitrogen feeder that requires a constant source of food and water during the growing season in order to continue providing its green appearance. If not treated properly, it will go into [...]