Is It Hard to Maintain a Tennis Court?

How hard is it to maintain a tennis court? It usually depends on the surface type, climate on the site, the court’s immediate surroundings (e.g. falling leaves, source of dust, dirt and debris nearby) and usage (how often the court is being used by players). 

Overall, tennis court maintenance involves the following tasks: 

• Regularly removing leaves, debris, and any other dirt or grime from the surface using a broom or blower. 
• Keeping the court moist by watering regularly, especially during hot and dry weather. Avoid over-watering as this can cause damage to the surface. 
• Repainting the court lines as needed to ensure they are visible and accurate. 
• Periodically resurfacing the court to maintain its playing characteristics and appearance. The frequency of resurfacing will depend on factors such as usage, weather, and the type of surface. 
• Making prompt repairs to any cracks, holes or other damages to the surface to prevent them from worsening over time. 
• Ensuring proper drainage to prevent pooling of water on the surface, which can cause damage and make the court slippery. 

How often you carry out those activities depends on how frequent players use the court (especially when tennis season is right around the corner or right before a tournament). Before a game or at the start of the day, it’s important to inspect the entire court first and remove the foreign objects. Other maintenance activities can be done as you see fit. 

Depending on the court surface type, other maintenance activities might also be necessary. For instance, in artificial turf, you might have to regularly check and replenish the infill level in high-use areas. You might also have to treat the surface with antimicrobial products for high-level sanitation. 

For proper maintenance, it’s highly recommended to hire professionals to do it. Aside from ensuring a clean court, this can also help properly maintain the court surface and prolong its lifetime.