Winterize your New Hampshire Landscape | 4 Works Services
As autumn paints New Hampshire in fiery hues, it's the perfect time to prepare your yard for the cold months ahead. Proper winterization safeguards your irrigation system, plants, and outdoor features against freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall—ensuring a healthier landscape come spring.
Prepping your landscape for winter now means less stress, and more blooms later. Winterizing your irrigation, insulating plants, and securing equipment offer peace of mind and great returns come spring.
1. Irrigation System Blowout & Shutdown
Why it's essential: New Hampshire’s severe Winters can freeze valves and pipes, leading to costly damage. A professional blowout ensures the system is completely drained to prevent this.
How it’s done: The water supply is shut off, and an air compressor is used to purge all water zones—particularly critical for frozen-prone PVC or brass components.
Pro tip: Use compressors with sufficient airflow (at least 20–25 CFM) and cap PSI at around 80 to avoid component damage.
DIY vs. professional: While some homeowners tackle this themselves, professionals have the guarantee and gear to reduce risk. "I paid around $100 to have my system winterized… better than a frozen pipe."
2. Mulch & Protect Sensitive Plants
Mulching: Add a 2–4" layer of mulch around shrubs and perennials to insulate roots and prevent frost heave.
Wrapping: Use burlap to protect young or delicate shrubs like boxwoods and rhododendrons from wind desiccation and frost.
Cleanup: Remove fallen leaves and debris to reduce disease risk and improve lawn health.
3. Final Deep Watering & Drainage
Water deeply: Give plants a thorough drink before the first freeze—it helps nourish roots and improves resilience.
Drain outdoor faucets & hoses: Disconnect hoses and drain water lines to avoid freezing and pipe bursts.
4. Prune, Aerate & Mark for Snow Safety
Pruning: Trim dead or weak branches to prevent breakage under heavy snow loads.
Aeration: Improve soil oxygen and drainage before winter to promote healthy root growth.
Snow markers: Place reflective stakes along driveways and pathways to guide plows and prevent landscaping damage.
5. Secure Outdoor Features & Remove Debris
Stow furniture & equipment: Put away garden furniture, cushions, and hoses to protect them from harsh weather.
Protect hardware: Cover outdoor outlets and faucets to prevent ice infiltration and hazards.
Let 4 Works Services handle the heavy lifting—from expert system blowouts to plant protection and lawn prep. Reach out today to ensure your New Hampshire landscape weathers winter in style and strength.
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Call or text us today to schedule an estimate or learn more about how we can support your home, property, or business in preparation for this upcoming New Hampshire Winter.
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