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You turn on your system next spring and everything works perfectly. No cracked pipes flooding your yard. No broken sprinkler heads that need replacing. No emergency repair bills that could have been avoided.
That’s what proper winterization gets you. While your neighbors deal with burst pipes and water damage, your system fires up like it’s supposed to. Every zone works. Every head pops up clean.
The difference between a system that survives Long Island’s winters and one that doesn’t comes down to one thing: getting all the water out before it freezes. Water expands when it freezes, and that expansion destroys pipes, valves, and sprinkler heads from the inside out.
Rolling Hills Property Services has been protecting irrigation systems across Suffolk County for years. We understand how unpredictable Long Island weather can be—temperatures can drop below freezing as early as October, giving you little warning.
Our team uses professional-grade air compressors designed specifically for irrigation systems. We’re fully licensed and insured, so you never have to worry about liability or subpar work. When we winterize your system, it stays winterized.
We’ve seen what happens when homeowners try to handle this themselves or hire the wrong company. Incomplete blowouts. Damaged equipment. Systems that look fine until spring startup reveals the problems. That’s not how we work.
First, we shut off your main water supply to the irrigation system and turn off the controller. This prevents any new water from entering while we work.
Next, we connect our professional air compressor to your system’s blowout valve. We work through each zone systematically, using high-pressure air to force every drop of water out of the pipes, valves, and sprinkler heads.
We don’t rush this process. Each zone gets the time it needs until only air comes out of the sprinkler heads. Then we properly shut down and winterize your backflow preventer and drain any remaining water from low points in the system.
The whole process typically takes 30 minutes to an hour, depending on your system size. When we’re done, your irrigation system is completely protected from freeze damage until spring.
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Our winterization service covers everything your irrigation system needs to survive Long Island’s winters. We shut down the main water supply, deactivate controllers and valves, and use our professional air compressor to blow out all water from every zone.
In Coram and throughout Suffolk County, we see temperatures drop quickly in fall. That’s why we schedule winterization services from mid-October through early November—before the first hard freeze hits. Waiting too long means risking damage from an unexpected cold snap.
We also inspect your system during the process, checking for any issues that might cause problems come spring. Cracked sprinkler heads, damaged valves, or controller problems get noted so you can address them during the off-season if needed.
Every winterization includes proper shutdown of your backflow preventer and complete drainage of the system. We don’t leave until we’re certain your investment is protected.
Schedule your winterization between mid-October and early November in Coram. Long Island’s weather can be unpredictable, with temperatures dropping below freezing as early as October. You want your system winterized before the first hard freeze hits.
Waiting too long is risky. Once temperatures consistently hit 32 degrees or below, any water left in your pipes can freeze and expand, cracking pipes and destroying sprinkler heads. The damage happens fast and the repairs are expensive.
We typically start taking winterization appointments in September for October service. This gives you plenty of time to get on the schedule before the rush hits and ensures your system is protected well before dangerous temperatures arrive.
Water left in your irrigation system will freeze when temperatures drop, and frozen water expands with tremendous force. This expansion cracks pipes, bursts valves, and destroys sprinkler heads from the inside out.
Come spring, you’ll turn on your system and discover flooding in your yard from cracked underground pipes. Broken sprinkler heads that need replacement. Damaged valves that require expensive repairs. What could have been prevented with a simple winterization becomes hundreds or thousands of dollars in repair costs.
The worst part is the damage often isn’t visible until spring startup. You might think you got lucky all winter, only to find out your system is destroyed when you try to use it again. Professional winterization prevents all of this for a fraction of what repairs cost.
While it’s technically possible, most homeowners don’t have the right equipment or knowledge to do it properly. Professional winterization requires a high-pressure air compressor specifically designed for irrigation systems—not the small compressors most people have in their garage.
You also need to understand your system’s layout, including every zone and valve location. Miss a section and water left behind will freeze and cause damage. Use too much pressure and you can damage sprinkler heads. Use too little and water remains in the lines.
The cost of renting proper equipment, plus the risk of incomplete winterization or equipment damage, usually makes professional service the smarter choice. We complete the job in 30 minutes with the right tools and experience.
Professional winterization typically costs between $60-120 for most residential systems in the Coram area. The exact cost depends on your system size, number of zones, and any special requirements your setup might have.
This investment is minimal compared to the cost of freeze damage repairs. Replacing cracked underground pipes can cost hundreds of dollars per section. New sprinkler heads run $15-50 each. Valve replacements start around $150. A single winter of freeze damage often costs more than several years of professional winterization.
We provide upfront pricing with no hidden fees. You’ll know exactly what you’re paying before we start work. Most homeowners find professional winterization pays for itself by preventing just one repair.
Professional winterization typically takes 30 minutes to an hour for most residential systems. The exact time depends on how many zones your system has and whether there are any complications we discover during the process.
We work efficiently but thoroughly, making sure every zone is completely cleared of water before moving to the next. Rushing this process defeats the purpose—incomplete winterization leaves water that can freeze and cause damage.
Systems with many zones or complex layouts may take slightly longer, but we’ll give you an estimated timeframe when we arrive. Most homeowners are surprised how quickly we can complete the job with proper equipment and experience.
Professional winterization uses equipment designed specifically for irrigation systems and technicians who understand how these systems work. We use high-pressure compressors that can completely clear water from all pipes, valves, and sprinkler heads in every zone.
Amateur service often uses inadequate equipment that can’t generate enough pressure to clear all the water. They might rush through zones or miss sections entirely. Some use equipment that can actually damage your system with excessive pressure or incorrect connections.
The time difference tells the story—professionals complete thorough winterization in 30 minutes with proper equipment. Amateurs often take 3+ hours with inadequate tools and still leave water in the system. When spring comes, you’ll discover whether the job was done right.
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