Shelter Island, NY
Shelter Island sits between Long Island’s North and South Forks, reachable only by ferry from Greenport or North Haven, and is home to communities like Shelter Island Heights, Silver Beach, and Dering Harbor. McCormack Irrigation has provided lawn sprinkler installation, seasonal turn on and winterizing service, sprinkler repair, backflow testing, landscape lighting, and commercial snow removal to homeowners and businesses on the island since 2001.
Serving an island community means planning service visits around the ferry schedule rather than simply driving to the next job, and our team has built that logistical experience into how we schedule Shelter Island appointments over more than two decades of working here. Properties across the island range from historic homes in Shelter Island Heights to waterfront estates along the coastline, many surrounded by the woodlands and preserves that make up a large share of the island’s undeveloped land, which shapes both irrigation zone design and where landscape lighting fixtures can be placed without disturbing natural areas.
As a family owned and operated company, every job we complete on Shelter Island is handled by our own trained, uniformed employees rather than subcontractors, so the same standard of accountability applies whether we are installing a new system near Dering Harbor or repairing one in Silver Beach.
Our Services in Shelter Island
- Lawn Sprinkler Installation: Full design and installation of residential and commercial sprinkler systems, including the complete plumbing connection, performed entirely by our own trained, in-house crews.
- Spring Turn On Service: A thorough seasonal startup that checks every sprinkler head, tests every zone from the controller, and inspects the system for leaks or winter damage.
- Winterizing Service: A complete blowout and draining of sprinkler heads, piping, fittings, solenoid valves, manifolds, exposed plumbing, and connected hose bibs before the first freeze.
- Sprinkler Repair Service: Repairs ranging from a simple controller adjustment or broken head replacement to adding new zones and troubleshooting complex wiring problems.
- Backflow Testing: Testing and repair of backflow prevention devices performed by New York State certified testers, including all required paperwork filed with your local water district.
- Landscape Lighting: Design and installation of low voltage landscape lighting, from subtle path lighting to color changing LED fixtures that highlight your property after dark.
- Commercial Snow Removal: Snow plowing and de-icing for commercial properties only, including apartment complexes, shopping centers, and industrial complexes, with seasonal contracts available.
Serving an Island Community Like No Other
Shelter Island’s ferry-only access sets it apart from every other part of our service area, and it changes how we plan every visit here, from scheduling installation projects around ferry crossing times to keeping enough parts and equipment on hand so a routine repair does not require an extra trip back to the mainland. The island’s mix of historic cottages in Shelter Island Heights, waterfront homes along Silver Beach, and properties bordering the Mashomack Preserve each present different soil and shade conditions, and our team designs around these differences rather than applying one standard layout to the whole island. Because so much of Shelter Island remains wooded or preserved, we pay close attention to root systems and natural drainage when planning zone layouts and lighting placement, working to enhance a property without disrupting the natural character that makes the island distinct. Our long standing familiarity with the ferry schedule and the island’s water systems, built up since 2001, allows us to serve Shelter Island efficiently despite the extra logistics involved.
Why Shelter Island Homeowners and Businesses Choose McCormack Irrigation
Homeowners and businesses on Shelter Island choose McCormack Irrigation because we treat the extra effort of serving an island community as part of the job, not an inconvenience, bringing the same family owned values, teamwork, integrity, excellence, and service, to every property here that we bring across the rest of Long Island. Since 2001, we have built a reputation reflected in a 4.9 out of 5 rating across 336 Google reviews and an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. Our trained, in-house staff never subcontract any part of the work, so the crew that takes the ferry out to your property is accountable to the same standards we maintain everywhere we serve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does McCormack Irrigation serve all of Shelter Island, including Shelter Island Heights?
Yes. We serve properties throughout the island, including Shelter Island Heights, Silver Beach, Dering Harbor, and the surrounding communities.
How do you handle scheduling for an island that requires a ferry to reach?
We plan our Shelter Island visits around the ferry schedule and keep equipment on hand so most jobs can be completed without an extra crossing.
Can you install a new sprinkler system for a property on Shelter Island?
Yes. We provide full design and installation of lawn sprinkler systems for residential and commercial properties throughout the island.
Do wooded and preserved areas on Shelter Island affect irrigation and lighting design?
Yes. We plan zone layouts and fixture placement around root systems and natural drainage to avoid disrupting preserved and wooded areas.
Is backflow testing available for Shelter Island properties?
Yes. Our New York State certified testers serve Shelter Island and are familiar with the water district requirements on the island.
Do you offer landscape lighting installation on Shelter Island?
Yes. We design and install low voltage landscape lighting for homes and businesses throughout the island.
Is commercial snow removal available for Shelter Island businesses?
Yes. We provide commercial snow removal and de-icing for properties on the island, including seasonal contracts.
Do you provide spring turn on and fall winterizing service on Shelter Island?
Yes. We provide both services annually for properties throughout the island.
How quickly can you respond to a repair request on Shelter Island?
We schedule repair visits as quickly as possible while accounting for the ferry crossing, particularly during the active watering season.
How do I get started with service on Shelter Island?
Call our team or use our contact form to schedule an appointment. We will discuss your property, the ferry logistics, and the specific service you need.
Ready to get started? Call McCormack Irrigation today at (631) 744-1500 or contact us online to schedule sprinkler, irrigation, lighting, or snow removal service anywhere in Shelter Island, NY.