Lawn Care in Stony Brook, NY

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What You Get With Proper Care

Your lawn becomes the one neighbors notice. Thick, healthy grass that stays green through Long Island’s unpredictable weather patterns.

You stop worrying about brown spots, weeds taking over, or that patchy look that screams neglect. Instead, you get consistent results from people who understand what grass needs to thrive in our sandy soil and coastal climate.

No more weekend mornings spent pushing a mower or wondering if you’re fertilizing at the right time. Your lawn gets professional attention on schedule, every time, so you can actually enjoy your property instead of constantly maintaining it.

Stony Brook Lawn Maintenance

We Know Long Island Lawns

Rolling Hills Property Services Inc has been maintaining lawns across Stony Brook and the surrounding Long Island communities for years. We understand the specific challenges your grass faces here – from salt exposure to our unique soil conditions.

You’re not getting cookie-cutter service from a national chain. You’re working with people who live and work in this area, who know when to fertilize before the spring rush and how to prep your lawn for our sometimes harsh winters.

We handle residential properties throughout Stony Brook, focusing on the kind of consistent, reliable service that keeps your lawn healthy without you having to think about it.

Lawn Care Process

Simple Process, Consistent Results

We start with an assessment of your current lawn condition and discuss what you want to achieve. No complicated contracts or confusing service tiers – just straight talk about what your lawn needs.

Regular mowing happens on a schedule that works for your grass type and growth patterns. We’re not just cutting grass; we’re maintaining optimal height for root health and thickness. Fertilization and treatments happen when your lawn actually needs them, not when a calendar says so.

You get updates on what we’re doing and why. If we spot potential issues like grub damage or disease, you know about it before it becomes a bigger problem. The goal is simple: your lawn stays healthy and looks good without you having to manage the details.

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Residential Lawn Care

Complete Lawn Maintenance Services

Regular mowing keeps your grass at the right height for healthy growth. We adjust cutting schedules based on weather and growth patterns, not arbitrary weekly visits when your lawn doesn’t need it.

Fertilization programs are timed for Long Island’s growing season. Spring feeding gets your lawn started right, summer treatments help it handle heat stress, and fall applications prepare roots for winter. We use the right products for our soil conditions, not generic treatments.

Aeration opens up compacted soil so water and nutrients actually reach the roots. This is especially important in our area where foot traffic and our soil composition can create problems. Weed control targets problem areas before they spread and damage your lawn’s appearance.

How often should my lawn be mowed during growing season?

Most Long Island lawns need mowing every 7-10 days during peak growing season, but it depends on grass type, weather, and fertilization schedule. Cool-season grasses like fescue and bluegrass grow fastest in spring and fall when temperatures are moderate. During hot summer months, growth slows and you might only need cutting every 10-14 days. We adjust the schedule based on actual growth, not arbitrary weekly visits. The key is never removing more than one-third of the grass blade length at once, which keeps your lawn healthy and thick.

When is the best time to fertilize lawns in Stony Brook?

Long Island lawns benefit most from fertilization in early spring (April), late spring (May), and fall (September-October). Spring feeding jumpstarts growth after winter dormancy, while fall fertilization strengthens roots for winter survival. Summer fertilization should be light or skipped entirely during hot, dry periods to avoid burning grass. Our sandy soil drains quickly, so nutrients wash away faster than in other areas. That’s why timing and the right fertilizer blend matter more here than in other regions. We adjust timing based on actual weather patterns, not calendar dates.

What causes brown spots and bare patches in my lawn?

Brown spots usually come from pet urine, grub damage, fungal disease, or drought stress. Pet urine creates concentrated nitrogen burns that kill grass in circular patterns. Grubs feed on grass roots, creating patches that peel away easily. Fungal diseases thrive in our humid coastal climate, especially when grass stays wet too long. Drought stress shows up as brown areas in sunny, high-traffic zones first. The key is identifying the cause quickly – grub damage needs treatment, fungal issues need better air circulation and drainage, and pet spots need soil amendment and reseeding.

Should I bag grass clippings or leave them on the lawn?

Leave clippings on the lawn unless they’re excessive or clumped. Grass clippings decompose quickly and return nitrogen to the soil – essentially free fertilizer. This is especially valuable in our sandy Long Island soil that doesn’t hold nutrients well. However, if clippings are thick enough to smother grass underneath, they should be removed or redistributed. During wet periods when grass grows rapidly, you might need to bag clippings to prevent thatch buildup. The general rule: if you can see individual grass blades through the clippings, leave them. If clippings form a mat, remove them.

How do I know if my lawn needs aeration?

Your lawn needs aeration if water pools on the surface after rain, grass feels spongy when you walk on it, or you can’t easily push a screwdriver into the soil. Compacted soil prevents water, air, and nutrients from reaching grass roots. This is common in high-traffic areas, clay soil sections, and lawns with heavy thatch buildup. The best time for aeration in our area is early fall when grass is actively growing but heat stress is reduced. Spring aeration works too, but fall timing allows grass to recover before winter. Core aeration is more effective than spike aeration for relieving compaction.

What's the difference between overseeding and reseeding my lawn?

Overseeding adds new grass seed to existing lawn to thicken thin areas and improve density. Reseeding means starting over with bare soil after removing existing grass. Most Long Island lawns benefit from overseeding every few years to maintain thickness and introduce newer grass varieties that resist disease and drought. Fall is the ideal time for both because soil is warm, air temperatures are cooler, and there’s typically more consistent moisture. Overseeding requires less soil preparation and costs less than full reseeding. Complete reseeding is only necessary when more than 50% of your lawn is dead or severely damaged.

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