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When temperatures drop below freezing in Centereach, water left in your irrigation lines turns to ice and expands. That expansion cracks pipes, damages valves, and destroys sprinkler heads – repairs that can easily cost thousands.
Professional winterization removes every drop of water from your system using high-pressure compressed air. Your pipes stay intact, your valves work properly, and you avoid those middle-of-winter emergency calls.
You get complete peace of mind knowing your irrigation investment is protected through the harshest Long Island winters.
Rolling Hills Property Services Inc has been protecting irrigation systems across Suffolk County for years. We understand exactly when Long Island’s first freeze typically hits and how unpredictable our fall weather can be.
Our team uses professional-grade compressors and follows industry-standard procedures to ensure complete water removal from every zone. We’re fully licensed and insured, giving you confidence that the job gets done right.
Based in Smithtown and serving Centereach and surrounding areas, we know the local climate patterns that affect your irrigation system’s winterization needs.
First, our technician shuts off your water supply and drains the main line. We locate your system’s air connection point and attach professional-grade compressed air equipment rated for irrigation systems.
Next, we activate each zone individually while compressed air pushes every drop of water through the sprinkler heads. You’ll see water and air shooting from each head until only air comes out – that’s how you know the line is completely empty.
Finally, we drain your backflow preventer, shut down your controller for winter, and inspect valves for any issues that need attention before spring startup. Your system is now protected until temperatures warm up again.
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Your irrigation winterization includes complete blowout of all zones using compressed air, drainage of backflow prevention devices, and controller shutdown procedures. We inspect each sprinkler head during the process and note any repairs needed for spring.
In Centereach, timing matters because Long Island can see sudden temperature drops in late October or early November. Our flexible scheduling ensures your system gets winterized before that first hard freeze hits.
The service also includes basic valve inspection and recommendations for any maintenance that should happen during the off-season. You’ll receive a summary of what was done and any items to address before spring startup.
Your irrigation system should be winterized before the first hard freeze, which typically occurs in Centereach between late October and mid-November. However, Long Island weather can be unpredictable, so it’s safer to schedule winterization by mid-October.
The key is getting it done before overnight temperatures drop below 28°F for several hours. Even a brief freeze can cause damage if water remains in your lines.
Most professionals recommend scheduling your winterization in early to mid-October to avoid the rush and ensure availability before that first unexpected cold snap hits.
While it’s technically possible to winterize your own system, it requires specialized compressed air equipment and knowledge of proper procedures. Most homeowners don’t have access to compressors with the right pressure and volume needed for complete water removal.
Inadequate blowout pressure leaves water in low spots and fittings, which can still freeze and cause damage. Professional equipment delivers the sustained airflow needed to push water through every zone completely.
Additionally, improper air pressure can damage sprinkler heads, valves, and pipes. Professional technicians know exactly how much pressure each system component can handle safely.
Water left in irrigation lines will freeze when temperatures drop below 32°F. As water freezes, it expands with tremendous force – enough to crack pipes, split fittings, and destroy sprinkler heads and valves.
Repair costs can easily reach thousands of dollars, especially if main supply lines or backflow preventers crack. These components are expensive to replace and often require excavation to access.
Beyond the immediate damage, you’ll likely face a delayed spring startup while waiting for repairs and replacement parts. Many homeowners discover freeze damage only when they try to turn their system back on in spring.
Professional irrigation winterization in Centereach typically costs a fraction of what you’d pay for freeze damage repairs. Most services charge based on the number of zones in your system and complexity of the setup.
The investment makes sense when you consider that a single burst pipe or cracked backflow preventer can cost hundreds or thousands to repair. Winterization protects your entire system for the price of a minor repair.
Rolling Hills Property Services provides transparent pricing with no hidden fees. We’ll give you an exact quote based on your specific system before any work begins.
Before our technician arrives, make sure we have clear access to your irrigation controller, main water shutoff, and any backflow prevention devices. These are usually located near your water meter or where the main line enters your property.
Clear any obstacles around sprinkler heads so our technician can easily see water and air coming out during the blowout process. This helps ensure complete drainage from every zone.
If you have an automatic controller, know where it’s located and how to access it. Our technician will need to manually activate each zone and then shut down the system for winter.
In Centereach, it’s generally safe to restart irrigation systems in mid to late April, after the last frost date has passed. Long Island’s average last frost occurs in mid-April, but late cold snaps can happen into early May.
Before turning your system back on, have it professionally inspected for any winter damage or needed repairs. This startup service includes checking for cracked pipes, damaged heads, and proper valve operation.
Rolling Hills Property Services offers spring startup services that include system inspection, testing all zones, and making any necessary adjustments to ensure optimal performance for the growing season.
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