FAQs

Schmitt Inc recommends you prep the site. This a service we offer for every sod installation. We can remove the existing grass if necessary and will regrade the surface for proper drainage. Our quality prep work has made us the sod installers Suffolk County, NY homeowners turn to!

Depending on the needs of your property, certain grasses may be better than others. However, we recommend Kentucky Bluegrass because it stays healthy and strong through winter months, making it a great choice for the New York climate. Call us today and learn what makes the experts at Schmitt Inc the preferred sod installers in Suffolk County, NY!

Once your grass has been placed by our expert sod installers in Suffolk County, NY, it can be walked on 12 hours after it's wet. You should also wait for 12 hours after rain or irrigation. After waiting patiently, you, your children, or your pets can enjoy the benefits of a beautiful new lawn!

Wait 24 hours after the lawn has been wet. Make sure to mow your lawn regularly for a boost to the curb appeal of your home. In addition to a tidy lawn, landscaping can add as much as 14% to the resale value of your home, according to Zippia. Turn to our professional sod installers in Suffolk County, NY for more advice on improving the look of your yard!

It all depends on the time of year. During the summer months, you want to water for two hours in the morning and 30 minutes during dusk for the first month. In the fall and winter months, you won't need to water the grass. Give Schmitt Inc a call for more answers from the sod installers Suffolk County, NY depends on!

It's great to have a short, tidy lawn all throughout the year. However, in the summer months, you should cut no more than a 1/3 inch. You can cut it shorter in the early spring and fall. For more great tips for your lawn, turn to the sod installers Suffolk County, NY counts on!

Schmitt Inc recommends fertilizing five times throughout the year. A well-fertilized lawn will produce strong, healthy grass that grows fuller for a boost to curb appeal. A healthy lawn is also resistant to hazards such as pests and disease. If you're looking for more helpful advice, ask our knowledgeable sod installers Suffolk County, NY homeowners turn to!