No matter what type of tennis court you have – acrylic, concrete or clay – it is going to need some maintenance from time to time. Whether that be sweeping it regularly to get rid of dirt and twigs or using a mild detergent to clean the surface from time to time, keeping up with your Tennis Court Repairs routine maintenance will ensure they last for as long as possible. But, like anything in life, eventually, your court will need more than just a little bit of attention. Cracks, puddles, and uneven areas are just some of the things that will tell you it’s time to have it resurfaced.
From Clay to Hard Courts: Tennis Court Surface Conversion and Repairs
A resurfacing job involves cleaning the surface of the court, getting rid of any dirt or debris that may be stuck to it, filling cracks and depressions and then smoothing out the whole area so that it’s even. When resurfacing your court it’s also a great opportunity to add any accessories you might like, such as nets and ball machines.
It’s important to remember that any resurfacing work done on your tennis court should be done by a professional contractor. Putting new coatings over an improperly prepared base will only make your court look bad and eventually delaminate – which can cost more in the long run. A reputable contractor should prepare your surface properly before installing any coatings – the best way of doing this is by a method called hot mix asphalt.