Your Ultimate Tennis Court Care Guide

Ensuring your tennis court is properly built and regularly maintained is crucial for an optimal playing environment. Consistent upkeep not only maximizes your investment but also guarantees safety, enhances enjoyment during play, and extends the lifespan of the court. It’s important to note that different types of tennis courts require specific maintenance routines. This guide outlines the importance of tennis court upkeep and offers tailored maintenance advice based on your court’s surface.

The Importance of Regular Tennis Court Upkeep

Regardless of whether you have a durable artificial or clay tennis court, routine maintenance is critical for several reasons:

  • Safety: A well-maintained court minimizes the risk of injuries such as ankle twists, slips, or trips.
  • Aesthetics: Beyond functionality, a pristine tennis court can be a beautiful asset, adding value and enhancing your property.
  • Durability: Prompt removal of water and debris prevents damage, saving you from costly repairs or resurfacing.
  • Game Quality: A smooth, clean court improves playability, making the game more enjoyable.

Maintenance Tips for Asphalt Tennis Courts

For those with asphalt courts, here are essential maintenance and repair guidelines:

  • Cleanliness is Key: Keep your court free of dirt, leaves, and debris. Avoid high-pressure washers as they can damage the surface.
  • Drainage Maintenance: Regularly check and clean drain areas to prevent water damage.
  • Annual Inspections: Look for any signs of damage such as peeling or cracking, and address them promptly.
  • Joint Care: Seal expansion joints to block water infiltration, which can lead to costly issues.
  • Crack Repair: Tend to any cracks immediately to avoid extensive resurfacing later.
  • Landscaping: Ensure nearby landscaping doesn’t affect drainage or structural integrity.

Caring for Clay Surface Courts

Maintenance for clay courts varies daily, periodically, and annually:

  • Annually: Deep clean, level the court, and consider adding a new top dressing.
  • Daily: Brush the court, water as needed, and compact the surface by rolling.
  • Periodically: Fix any uneven areas, fill in divots, and address drainage problems.

Grass Court Maintenance

Grass courts require more frequent attention:

  • Mowing: Cut the grass every 2-3 days to the correct length.
  • Watering: Hydrate the court post-play
  • Compacting: Use a ballast roller weekly.
  • Fertilizing: Ensure the grass remains green and not a slipping hazard.

Our company is committed to providing our clients with the best tennis court maintenance services. We are constantly educating and training our staff through specialization, continuous education, actualization, and problem-solving seminars and courses given by local, national, and global leading companies and organizations such as:

  • USPTA
  • PTR
  • ITF
  • Welch Tennis
  • Har-Tru

Don’t Slip on Your Tennis Court

Moss and algae are often found on hard court surfaces. This can look unsightly and can create hazardous slippery areas. We recommend the twice-yearly application of di – algae followed by an industrial pressure clean. We suggest independent slip testing on hard surfaces.

Extend the Life of Your Tennis Court 

To extend the life of your court, hard surfaces should be retextured every 4-5 years. We recommend SAPCA-approved sports premium textured paint which greatly improves grip, making the surface safe for players.

In need of court maintenance? Call (917) 873-0472 to learn more.