As South Africans, we love the warm African sun. And why wouldn’t we? With nearly 73% sunshine during daylight hours throughout the year, Johannesburg is a sportsman’s dream.
But that amount of direct sunlight can and will have an effect on the condition of your tennis court.
Inevitably colour fades, cracks appear in the playing surface, nets tarnish and fencing corrodes. It is therefore extremely important to do preventative maintenance and repairs to your tennis court.
While the extent of maintenance and repairs done, really depends on each individual client’s wishes, we have narrowed it down to a few key aspects to keep an eye out for.
Tennis Court Repair: Do you need Experts?
The playing surface
Tennis courts, for the most part, have a two-part construction process. The base is often made of concrete, stabilised bases or asphalt.
The playing surfaces are often constructed from artificial grass, synthetic clay or acrylic hardtops.
Direct sunlight inevitably causes such surfaces to fade or dry out and crack. This really doesn’t look sightly, and can even affect your game. (No one wants to trip over an even tennis court surface during a game.)
By doing a brief visual inspection of the playing surface from time to time you can identify any minor issues and prevent them from becoming expensive problems in the future.
While the cost of resurfacing a tennis court from scratch could be troubling, it is important to keep in mind that there is another option that is a bit more friendly on the pocket.
You could have the cracks filled in as they appear. It’s important to hire someone to take a specialist approach to these repairs. Tennis Courts SA offers a free on sight quote for your playing surface needs.
For example, if there are structural issues on your playing surface, you might need more than just resurfacing, but by hiring the right tennis court repair service, you will know exactly what needs to be done.
Other tennis court repairs can include repairing bubbling of the playing surface, fixing drainage issues, and removing moss or other growths.
The same applies even for artificial grass and clay tennis courts.
Remember, It’s important to get your tennis court repaired as soon as you notice any issues. The reason being, that yearly maintenance can save you money in the long run. Instead of having to fix severe structural damage, quick resurfacing can save you.
Also neglecting to do so will lead to a higher injury risk in the user, and can impact the speed and conditions of the game.
The tennis net
Besides an old tennis court net looking unsightly, it can also hamper your match. Depending on the area in which you stay, a net might have to be replaced more often than not.
Especially if you live in an area that has harsh weather conditions.
Obviously, when you play, you want to play at your best, and using an old net with holes or tears can affect your game.
So when should you replace your tennis net?
Replace your net if you notice:
- any holes or tears in the net
- drooping
- frayed netting
- the net strap is dirty or falling apart
The fence
You might wonder if fixing the fence around a tennis court is necessary, and the answer is yes. The reason is, if your fence is damaged, sagging or broken, it’s hard to control where your tennis balls go. Fencing can also help reduce wind and noise from outside, allowing the players to perform their best.
It’s important to consider the following when it comes to tennis court fencing and repairs:
Wind Control:
If you think about it, many tennis court fences have fence screens to keep the wind out. These screens allow airflow into the court so that it doesn’t get too hot, but also it keeps crosswinds at bay, so as not to affect your game negatively. You could use 2 screens or 4, depending on how windy the area is.
Privacy:
If your tennis court fence is damaged it can also affect privacy. If you don’t want people wandering past to watch your game, you might need a thick mesh or a double set of mesh to create privacy. This really depends on your needs as a player, or as a club. What do your players need?
Separation for Multiple Courts:
If you have multiple tennis courts in the same area, you may want fences that divide each court. If these fences are damaged, it could cause problems. By repairing these tennis court fences, you can enjoy a professional game that does not impact other players on the court next to you.
Audience Visibility:
If you plan on having an audience view your game, setting up a fence that is well maintained can keep them off the court when players are busy during a match. If the fence around the court is damaged, not only does it look unprofessional, but it could allow mischievous viewers onto the court, stalling the game.
If you need a tennis court repair service…
Call us today. With decades of experience in the repair and maintenance of tennis courts in Sandton and surrounds, we are the go-to company that offers excellent service at competitive rates. Don’t allow a damaged course to affect your game, let’s get in touch.
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