Tennis Court Maintenance
Effective tennis court maintenance isn’t just about appearance, it’s about protecting your investment. Over time, tennis and other sports courts can become infested with algae, moss and dirt that has either accumulated from the air or from foot traffic.
Identifying early signs of wear, we apply tested solutions that keep your court safe, consistent, and durable.
Established in 2011, Dragon Courts is the UK’s leading court maintenance company. Our professional teams are unrivalled in delivering a first-class service. While tennis court maintenance services are our speciality, our services extend to other hard sports environments, including basketball and netball courts. We are also equipped to meet the challenging demands of playground maintenance.
Why Is Tennis Court Maintenance Important?
Many tennis court issues arise from a lack of regular upkeep. Proper court maintenance reduces risks, keeps players safe and happy, maintains appearance, and lowers long-term costs. Depending on the surface type and usage, an annual professional service is recommended.
Each court is prone to different issues; for example, private courts may develop moss and vegetation growth due to being in the shade, but they invariably receive minimal use compared to publicly accessible tennis courts. Public courts, however, are more prone to wear and tear, non-tennis use, and vandalism.
Different surface types have specific upkeep needs. Tarmacadam courts require regular crack sealing and levelling. Polymeric rubber surfaces need debris removal and periodic infill top-ups. Synthetic grass courts necessitate brushing, infill redistribution, and regular moss or weed control.
Repairs should be prompt; minor issues can quickly worsen, leading to higher costs or a full tennis court renovation.
Looking After Your Tennis Court Between Visits
Some simple jobs are best done little and often, even daily, to keep your court in better condition between professional visits:
- Keep the surface clear: sweeping away leaves, twigs and litter stops moisture from being trapped against the surface, which is where moss and algae take hold.
- Keep an eye on drainage: after heavy rain, check if water is lingering. Standing water often indicates blocked drainage or an uneven surface.
- Trim back overhanging growth: increased light and airflow help the surface dry out, particularly on shaded private courts.
- Walk the court regularly: look out for green or black patches, small cracks, lifting surfacing and fading lines.
- Watch for worn paint: a worn or faded surface and lines often indicate that your court is due for maintenance.
- Be careful with weed killers and insecticides: used on or around the playing surface, they can have a damaging impact.
These simple checks help, but they only deal with what is on the surface. Moss and algae often root deeper than they appear; small cracks can point to movement in the base, and worn or slippery areas need the right treatment to restore grip. Using the wrong pressure or products can also strip paint or damage the surface itself.
We bring the right equipment, surface-specific treatments and experience to deal with the cause rather than the symptom and to pick up issues before they turn into costly resurfacing.
Why Choose Dragon Courts’ To Maintain Your Court?
- Proven expertise: we are a professional tennis court maintenance company with extensive experience across the UK.
- All-in-one service: including moss, algae and debris removal, repairing, re-lining.
- Fully compliant and safety-driven: the paints we use meet SAPCA and LTA standards for slip resistance and safety.
- Fair pricing: no hidden costs, honest and clear quote based on your court needs.
- Surface expertise: we work with different types of surfaces including tarmac, polymeric rubber and synthetic grass.
- Maintenance contracts: tailored ongoing maintenance packages are designed to keep your court in optimal playing condition.
Our Tennis Court Maintenance Process
Patch testing
We will perform a patch test in one corner of the court to determine a suitable pressure for each surface.
Debris removal
The whole court will be swept with a specialist floor cleaner to remove all debris and washed with water to dislodge all algae, dirt, and moss.
Pressure wash cleaning
All dislodged dirt will be pressure washed away, with a suitable nozzle - established in the first step.
Treatment
The entire court will be sprayed with a professional-grade moss & anti-slip treatment.
Surface repair (if needed)
Our team will then perform any necessary repairs.
Repainting and re-lining
We always recommend cleaning the court before painting, as our tested cleaning process often rejuvenates the court. If painting is still necessary, a clean court will allow better results.
Final checks
Our team will perform final checks to ensure the court is maintained to the highest standard.
Nationwide Tennis Court Maintenance
HEADQUARTERS
Midlands
Based in Rutland, we offer tennis court maintenance services across the whole country.
- Birmingham
- Nottingham
- Coventry
- Leicester
- Derby
- Wolverhampton
London
City of London, East, North, South & West London
South West
Bristol, Somerset, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Dorset, Bath
South East
Berks, Kent, Bucks, Hampshire, Surrey, Brighton, Sussex, Oxfordshire
Wales
Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, Bangor, St Davids, Wrexham, St Asaph
East Anglia
Norwich, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough
North West
Cheshire, Cumbria, Merseyside, Lancashire, Greater Manchester
North East
Northumberland, Tyne and Wear, County Durham, North Yorkshire
Yorkshire
Leeds, Sheffield, Bradford, Kingston upon Hull, York, Wakefield