If you’ve got a backyard or school sports court, you’ll want to make sure that it’s in good condition for when your friends and family come over. Unfortunately, sports courts don’t come with instruction manuals! The good news is that with some basic inspection and maintenance steps, it’s easy to keep your sports court in tip-top shape so everyone can have fun without worrying about slipping or falling. This article will walk through the most important things you should do as part of your regular inspection routine.
Inspecting Your Sport Court
Before you begin to inspect your sport court, you should look at the surface for cracks, holes, and other damage. The areas that accumulate leaves or other organic material (if the court is outside) should be identified as well. It is important to identify which cracks are hairline or larger and check the surface for unevenness, swelling, or depressions. Lastly, check for damage from pets such as tire marks or animal waste.
To inspect your sport court for cracks, holes, and other damage, look at every area in the court. Identify areas that frequently accumulate leaves or other organic material (if the court is outside). Identify which cracks are hairline or larger and check the surface for unevenness, swelling.
Cleaning Your Court
The first thing to do is clean the court. You can use a broom, a vacuum or even a leaf blower to get the job done. If you have your own power washer, that’s great! Just make sure it doesn’t damage your equipment or cause any electrical issues before using it on your sports court.
If you don’t have any of those things at hand, then grab your broom and start sweeping away!
If you’re planning on using a power washer, make sure you wear protective clothing and gloves. You should also use safety goggles to protect your eyes from water spray or debris that may get into them while cleaning with one of these tools. It’s important not only for your health but also because you could damage the surface if there are any sharp objects in the dirt.
When vacuuming or sweeping up dirt from around the edges of your court, make sure not to leave any behind. This can cause staining on your sports flooring and may even lead to extensive damage over time (depending on how often it happens). If there are leaves falling into your area, take care that they don’t get trapped between gaps in the tiles. These will eventually decompose in place and cause stains or discoloration.
Clear off Organic Material
When you’re inspecting your sports court, it’s important to check for organic material. Organic material can cause many problems, including staining and expanding cracks. If you see any traces of organic material on your court, use a broom or leaf blower to clear it off as soon as possible.
To remove the material, you need to start by sweeping it away with a broom. If there is an area of grass or dirt that has been spilled onto the court, use your broom to sweep it off into a pile. Then dispose of the debris in a plastic bag and put it in your garbage can.
Limit Other Uses of Your Space
There are many different uses for a sports court, including basketball and volleyball. However, it’s important to remember that your sports court is not just a place where you play sports. It’s also an area where the rest of your family can walk on and play with their toys. By limiting other uses of your space, you’ll ensure that the surface stays in good condition.
– Avoid using your court as a parking lot:
Keep in mind that there are many reasons why it’s not great to park cars on top of rubber surfaces like those found underneath playgrounds and sports courts. These include:
- The risk of punctures and tearing
- The potential for damage due to heat build-up from car exhaust pipes
Instead of parking cars on top of these areas, consider building extra parking spaces outside or looking into adding a driveway if you want additional space for guests without having them drive right over the surface itself!
Regular inspection and maintenance
A regular inspection and maintenance routine will keep your sports court in top condition.
– Keeps your court in top condition.
– Keeps your court safe.
– Keeps your court looking good.
– Keeps your court playing well.
We hope this guide has provided some useful tips for cleaning and maintaining your sport court, as well as keeping it safe and healthy for use. Remember: the best way to prolong its life is to keep it clean!
For more information about sport courts, or if you’re interested in our repair and resurfacing services, contact Encore Surfacing today!