Ground That Works With Your Property

Professional landscaping services built for Long Island homes

You live with your yard every day. If the lawn struggles to grow evenly or water pools near the foundation after rain, the exterior of your home isn't working the way it should. Lorenzo Napolitano Construction INC provides landscaping designed to function with your property's existing soil, slope, and drainage—not against it.

Our work includes sod installation that establishes a finished lawn quickly, sprinkler systems that deliver consistent coverage without waste, and hardscapes such as retaining walls, patios, walkways, and stone features. Because we also handle masonry, concrete, and excavation, your landscaping integrates with the rest of your site work instead of competing with it. Everything is planned around Long Island soil conditions and local climate patterns.

If you're planning exterior construction or updates, reach out to discuss how landscaping fits into the full scope of your project.

What the Work Includes and How It Connects

We begin by grading the area to direct water away from structures and prepare a stable base for sod, pavers, or stone. If a sprinkler system is part of the plan, we trench lines before final grading so installation doesn't disturb finished surfaces. On properties with elevation changes, we build retaining walls to hold soil in place and create usable, level areas.

After installation, you'll notice that water moves predictably across your property instead of collecting in low spots. Sod takes root within two weeks under proper watering, and sprinkler zones cover the lawn evenly without overspray onto driveways or walkways. Hardscape features remain stable through freeze and thaw cycles because they're built on compacted aggregate bases.

We don't provide ongoing lawn maintenance or seasonal planting services. Our focus is on establishing the permanent elements—ground preparation, irrigation infrastructure, and structural hardscapes—that support long-term use. If your project includes foundation work or utility access, we coordinate timing so landscaping happens after subsurface work is complete.

Homeowners often want to know how landscaping will interact with other work happening on the property or what limitations exist based on soil type and slope.

Questions That Come Up Before Starting

What does sod installation involve on Long Island properties?
We remove existing grass or weeds, grade the soil to correct drainage issues, and lay fresh sod cut to fit your yard. The sod is selected for its ability to establish quickly in local soil and requires daily watering for the first two weeks.
How do sprinkler systems handle different zones in the yard?
We map your property into zones based on sun exposure, soil type, and plant needs, then install separate valve controls so each zone receives the right amount of water. You can adjust timing through a controller mounted inside or in the garage.
When should hardscapes be installed relative to other construction?
Hardscapes go in after excavation, foundation work, and utility lines are completed but before final grading and sod installation. This prevents damage to finished lawn areas and ensures proper elevation transitions.
What types of retaining walls work best for sloped properties?
We use segmented concrete block or natural stone depending on the height and load requirements. Both options include gravel backfill and drainage pipes to prevent water pressure from building up behind the wall.
Why does landscaping need to be coordinated with masonry or concrete work?
Driveways, walkways, and foundation repairs affect site drainage and grade. If we handle both, we can plan elevations and transitions so water flows correctly and materials connect cleanly without gaps or mismatched heights.

Landscaping works best when it's planned alongside other exterior projects, not added on later. If you're ready to talk through what your property needs and how the work fits together, contact us to schedule a walkthrough.