Tennis Court Resurfacing

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Tennis Court Resurfacing
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Synopsis

• 6 Signs that Your Tennis Court Needs to be
  Resurfaced
• 5 Factors to Consider before Installing Tennis
  Court
• Benefits of Tennis Court Resurfacing
• How long does it usually take for a tennis court
  to be resurfaced?
• Cost Of Tennis Resurfacing

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6 Signs that Your Tennis Court Needs to be
Resurfaced

• Cracks and root damage
• Because of the constant contraction and expansion
  of the surface which is agitated by the aspects
  of the weather, overtime, cracks are going to
  start appearing on the surface of the tennis
  court. You might also start seeing some roots and
  even small plants starting to inhabit the top of
  the court. If you notice such signs, it is
  certain that your tennis court needs a new
  surface.
• Mould is growing over the court
• This is particularly prominent with outdoor
  courts and calls for immediate tennis court
  resurfacing. Prevalence of mould can be as sign
  the surface has soaked in too much moisture and
  causes a slipping hazard to the players. If your
  tennis court has mould growing on top of it, then
  you might also want to have the drainage checked
  just to be safe.
• Lines are disappearing into the surface
• If you find arguments on whether the ball is out
  of bounds becoming too common, it is a sign that
  the lines have disappeared into the surface.
  There is a short-term solution to this which is
  repainting the surface but eventually, you will
  need to resurface for longer lasting results.

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• Surface is lose and powdery
• Suddenly, it is hard for you to get some grip
  while playing. You keep sliding and the surface
  is filled with some powdery dust or tiny grits.
  This is one of the last signs to present itself
  and at this point, you have no option but to
  resurface the tennis court. Even though cleaning
  before using the court might help, it is not a
  long lasting solution.
• You can see the blacktop of the court
• For the tennis court to have a great look, it has
  to be painted as part of the tennis court
  resurfacing. Overtime, the paint is going to be
  washed off and wear out. In some instances,
  repainting might help but, if it is so severe
  that you can see the blacktop of the tennis
  court, then resurfacing might be an even better
  long-term solution.
• Water stays on the court for hours once it rains
• With Tennis court resurfacing proper drainage is
  very important for the wellbeing and longevity of
  a tennis court more so if it is outdoors. Most
  courts are built with a layer that helps to drain
  as much water as possible and get the surface dry
  and safe faster. If the water starts to hang
  around longer, it is a sign that you need to
  resurface your tennis court.

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5 Factors to Consider before Installing Tennis
Court

• Condition of the Land
• When thinking of tennis court installation, one
  of the factors that will greatly impact the cost
  of setting up a tennis court is the current state
  of the land. It will determine the preparation
  and the cost of the base of the construction of
  the tennis court, which in some cases can be a
  significant amount. If the land is generally
  flat, the cost of setting up is going to be less.
  Expectedly, hilly areas can also drive the cost
  of constructing the tennis court higher.
• Type of Tennis Court
• The type of tennis court installation is largely
  up to you but, the type of tennis court you would
  like to have will also be crucial. Ideally, there
  are up to six different types of tennis courts
  and finishing that you can opt for. If you prefer
  the indoor option during your installation, then
  the cost of the housing structure will also be
  attached. You need to find the perfect balance
  between your budget and the best value that you
  can get out of it.

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• Drainage
• While doing tennis court installation, you need
  to keep water away from the surface of the court
  if it is going to last. Water (especially when
  standing still) can be detrimental to any tennis
  court surface. Your preferred tennis court
  contractor will have to consider how the water
  flows to find the best solution. Ideally, the
  tennis court does feature a 1 slope to help move
  the water especially when it rains but additional
  drains maybe required in some cases to safeguard
  the integrity of the surface.
• Weather
• Considering tennis court installation if you
  intend to have an outdoor tennis court, you might
  need to consider the local weather patterns. Not
  only will adverse weather make the construction a
  pain, surfaces like acrylic depend on favourable
  weather to dry properly and stick together. Rain
  can make it hard for the surfaces to dry properly
  which is why you need to consider the weather
  patterns in your locality.
• Building permits
• Depending on your location, permit requirements
  might differ for tennis court installation. Some
  locations might require the builder to have a
  particular permit while in others it is not
  necessary. The costs are also different in each
  of the cases.

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Benefits of Tennis Court Resurfacing

• A proper resurfacing can add more years to your
  expensive asphalt/concrete substrate beneath the
  courts coat. Not only does resurfacing gives a
  new life to court with happier vibrant colors,
  but the acrylic paint will also protect the
  substrate from weathering and cracks.
• Players will be at a great loss if the
  resurfacing gets averted. Although it is
  high-priced, tennis court resurfacing is not a
  matter of will. It is a necessity. Still, it
  doesnt mean court curators should get that done
  to cut some cost. It is a task of experts and one
  shouldnt DIY a Tennis Court Resurfacing by
  watching some YouTube tutorials. Proper
  resurfacing requires training for the use of
  equipment and foremost the precision while using
  them. If a step goes inaccurate during or after
  the surfacing, it may cost another resurfacing.

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How long does it usually take for a tennis court
to be resurfaced?

• Many people believe that it takes a long time for
  a tennis court resurfacing however in reality it
  only takes about 1-3 days. The weather and
  condition of the court are also factors that
  contribute to how long the resurfacing will take.
  There are two options that you will have when you
  are resurfacing the court. The less expensive
  option will be to do it yourself, the more
  expensive and less time-consuming option will be
  hire a contractor.

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COST OF TENNIS RESURFACING

• Tennis court resurfacing ranges from 3500 to
  7000, which depends on a different variety of
  factors related to a tennis yard or court. A
  tennis court resurfacing contractor will have to
  perform a quick sit visit checking for issues or
  problems that need to be repaired before or
  during the court resurfacing process. A common
  problem or remedy to tennis court resurfacing is
  the concrete repair or asphalt (low spot or
  leveling repair, crack repair), drainage issues,
  and peeling.
• Tennis court surfacing should always be
  resurfaced at most every 5 to 9 years, and also
  it depends on court usage and maintenance habits.
  If a functioning tennis court has not been
  properly maintained or cleaned or hasnt been
  resurfaced for a long period, the cost of the
  resurfacing will be higher. If that is the
  situation, additional cleaning like moss, fungus,
  and mould removal will have to be executed. This
  may add extra time, chemicals, equipment, which
  means a higher cost.
• Tennis court resurfacing has multiple options
  when crack filling and crack repair is involved.
  A lower cost of fixing is the acrylic crack
  fillers, which provides repair and temporary
  closure of the cracks. Another method is the
  specialty membrane systems, asphalt, fibreglass
  reinforcement, or concrete patching which is a
  higher cost.

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