Lawn Sprinkler Installation
A properly designed lawn sprinkler system is one of the most valuable investments you can make in a Long Island property, and McCormack Irrigation has been designing and installing these systems for homeowners and businesses across Suffolk County and Nassau County since 2001. If you are tired of dragging hoses across your lawn, watching your grass turn brown in the summer heat, or wondering why certain patches of your property never seem to grow in, a sprinkler system built around the specific needs of your land changes everything. We serve communities throughout Brookhaven, Hempstead, and every town in between, bringing the same design standards to a quarter acre residential lot that we bring to a large commercial property.
Every system we install starts with an honest evaluation of your property, not a generic template. Our team walks the entire lot, studies the grade and drainage patterns, checks existing water pressure, and looks closely at soil composition, sun exposure, and the mix of lawn, garden beds, and hardscaping that make your property unique. That information shapes a zone layout designed to give every section of your property exactly the water it needs, nothing more and nothing less. A home with heavy clay soil in the front and sandy soil in the back needs a different watering strategy from a property with uniform loam throughout, and our design process accounts for that from the very first visit.
Unlike companies that hand installation work off to outside crews, every McCormack Irrigation installation is completed by our own trained, uniformed employees. We do not use subcontractors, which means the same standards of accountability apply whether we are installing a small residential system in Islip or a full commercial irrigation layout in Hempstead. The person who designs your system is the same company that stands behind how it performs once it is in the ground, and that continuity is something many of our long time customers point to when they explain why they call us first.
What Our Sprinkler Installation Service Includes
- A full design and layout plan built around your property’s shape, soil type, sun exposure, and existing landscaping
- Complete installation of piping, valves, and sprinkler heads sized correctly for lawn area and water pressure
- Handling of the entire plumbing connection so your new system ties into your water supply correctly and safely
- Thoughtful zone planning so lawn areas, garden beds, and shaded sections each receive the right amount of water
- Head selection matched to each area of your property, from rotor heads for open lawn to spray heads for tighter beds
- A final walkthrough and adjustment so every head is aimed correctly and every zone is confirmed before we leave
How Our Installation Process Works
The process begins with an on site consultation, where our team walks your property with you and discusses how you use your outdoor space, which areas matter most to you, and any concerns you have about existing drainage or dry spots. From there, we develop a zone by zone design that accounts for your water source, pressure, and the layout of your lawn and landscaping.
Once the design is approved, our in-house crew handles trenching, piping, and the full plumbing connection, working carefully around existing landscaping, irrigation lines from neighboring systems, and any underground utilities. Sprinkler heads are set to the correct height and angle for each zone, and every valve and connection is tested before the trenches are closed and the lawn is restored. We finish with a complete walkthrough, running every zone in front of you and making adjustments on the spot so you know exactly how your new system operates from day one.
Signs Your Property Is Ready for a Sprinkler System
- Brown or patchy areas of lawn that never seem to recover no matter how often you water by hand
- Spending significant time each week dragging hoses and moving sprinklers around the yard
- New landscaping, sod, or garden beds that need consistent watering to establish properly
- A home or business sale or renovation on the horizon where curb appeal and lawn health matter
- Water bills that seem high relative to how little of your property is actually getting watered well
Why Homeowners and Businesses Across Suffolk and Nassau County Choose McCormack Irrigation
McCormack Irrigation is a family owned and operated company built on teamwork, integrity, excellence, and service. Since 2001, we have installed systems for thousands of properties across Long Island, and our approach to every job has never changed. We show up when we say we will, we treat your property the way we would treat our own, and we stand behind the work our staff performs long after the trucks leave. Our customers have rated us 4.9 out of 5 across 328 Google reviews, and we hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, both of which reflect a level of consistency that only comes from doing the work the same careful way, project after project, year after year.
Our Commitment to Quality on Every Installation
We understand that a sprinkler system is not something most homeowners think about until it is not working, which is exactly why we focus so much attention on getting the design and installation right the first time. Our staff members are trained in all aspects of our trade, so the technician designing your zones understands the plumbing connection just as well as the person finishing the landscaping restoration. That internal consistency reduces the callbacks and miscommunication that can happen when different companies handle different parts of a project, and it is a big part of why so many of our installation customers become repeat customers for turn on, winterizing, and repair service in the years that follow.
Designing for Long Island Soil and Water Conditions
Long Island properties present a wide range of soil conditions within just a few miles of each other, from the sandy, fast draining ground common closer to the coast to the denser clay found further inland across parts of Suffolk and Nassau County. A system designed without accounting for these differences can leave one section of a lawn overwatered while another stays dry, no matter how carefully the controller is programmed. Our team factors soil type into every zone we design, adjusting run times and head selection so water actually reaches the root zone instead of running off the surface or pooling in low spots. Water pressure can also vary significantly between towns and even between individual streets, depending on distance from the main line and local infrastructure, which is another reason a generic, one size fits all approach to installation tends to underperform on Long Island properties. We test actual pressure at your property rather than assuming a standard figure, and we design zones that work within what your specific address can support. This attention to local conditions is part of why systems we install tend to perform consistently from the very first season, rather than needing significant rework once the reality of the property becomes clear.
Serving Brookhaven, Hempstead, and All of Suffolk and Nassau County
In addition to Brookhaven and Hempstead, McCormack Irrigation proudly serves Islip, Huntington, Babylon, Smithtown, Southampton, Riverhead, Southold, East Hampton, Shelter Island, Oyster Bay, North Hempstead, Long Beach, and Glen Cove. If you live or operate a business anywhere in Suffolk County or Nassau County, our team is ready to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a typical sprinkler installation take?
Most residential installations are completed within one to two days, depending on the size of the property and the number of zones needed. Larger commercial properties may take longer, and we will walk you through a realistic timeline before work begins.
Will installing a sprinkler system damage my existing lawn?
Our crews use equipment and techniques designed to minimize disruption to established grass and landscaping. Any disturbed areas are restored as part of the installation so your lawn recovers quickly.
Do you handle the plumbing connection to my house or business?
Yes. Our team manages the entire plumbing connection as part of the installation, so you do not need to coordinate with a separate plumber.
How many zones will my property need?
The right number of zones depends on your lawn size, plant types, sun exposure, and water pressure. We evaluate your property in person and design a zone layout that gives every area the coverage it needs.
Can you install a system around existing landscaping and garden beds?
Yes. We design every system around your current landscaping, flower beds, walkways, and hardscaping so nothing needs to be removed or reworked.
Do you install sprinkler systems for commercial properties as well as homes?
Yes. We design and install systems for both residential properties and commercial properties throughout Suffolk County and Nassau County.
What happens after installation is finished?
We complete a full walkthrough with you, testing every zone and adjusting each head so coverage is even and nothing is spraying onto sidewalks, driveways, or structures.
Do I need a permit to install a sprinkler system in Suffolk or Nassau County?
Requirements vary by town and by whether the system connects to a public water supply. Our team is familiar with local requirements across the areas we serve and can advise you based on your specific address.
Will a new sprinkler system work with my existing outdoor water spigots?
In most cases, yes. Our team evaluates your existing plumbing and water pressure during the design phase to make sure your new system integrates properly.
How soon after installation can I start using my new system?
Your system can typically be used the same day it is installed, once our team has completed testing and adjustment of every zone.
Ready to get started? Call McCormack Irrigation today at (631) 744-1500 or contact us online to schedule your lawn sprinkler installation in Brookhaven, Hempstead, or anywhere across Suffolk and Nassau County, NY.
Date
February 17, 2016
