Q: Our tennis court surface is worn and /or flaking. Can we just repaint it?

A: Yes! In most cases, proper cleaning, grinding, or treating your surface before applying our acrylic coating process will give you a new tennis court playing surface. Even minor low areas can be filled and leveled!

Q: Do we need to asphalt resurface or “overlay” our tennis court to make it brand new again?

A: Our experts will determine the best solution for restoring your tennis court. Sometimes a new layer of asphalt is essential. For heavily cracked tennis courts, if surrounding elevations permit, we can install a “limestone dust overlay.” A thin layer of stone dust is placed between the existing surface and new asphalt paving to prevent reflective cracking. In extreme cases, the entire asphalt surface must be removed to expose and repair the existing stone base before new asphalt is installed.

Q: Why is our tennis court only cracking on the stripes?

A: As thermal conditions change, due to different colors absorbing sunlight heat at different rates, and stripes on tennis courts are an extra layer of paint, the most obvious flexing point is at the edge of the stripe.

Q: What can we do about leaning or up heaved net posts?

A: Leaning or heaved net posts cannot be straightened. They must be removed and replaced and embedded in specially designed concrete foundations.

Q: What is the difference between latex and polyurethane running track surface?

A: A latex track surface is made up of granules or strings of rubber held together with a liquid latex binder. Typically the surface is made up of multiple layers of rubber and latex to achieve a thickness of at least 3/8”. Longevity is about 8-10 years.

A Urethane surface is much more complex. Varieties of urethane surfaces include paving a “base mat” only, spraying a “structural spray” surface, or even installing a “full pour” surface. In any case, urethane is the best. All of the premier tracks in the world are some form of urethane systems. Longevity is 15-20+ years. The downside is that high-end surfaces can cost over $250,000!

Q: What would cause our existing rubber running track surface to “bubble” in areas?

A: In most cases, “bubbling” of the surface course is caused by trapped underground water. When the rubber can no longer “breathe”, the moisture gets between the asphalt and the surface and de-laminates it.

Q: Can we patch the bad areas instead of replacing the entire surface of our running track?

A: Yes, you can patch the bad areas of a track by cutting them out and replacing them. Unfortunately, they look like patches in your track.

Q: How should I care for my sports surface to minimize sports paving repair?

A: Water is the biggest foe of your court or track. Be sure to dry the surface after a rainstorm or cleaning. Make a note of any puddles and call Heiberger Paving for advice. When watering adjacent grassy areas, take care not to soak the edges of the surface.

Sweep tracks and courts regularly and especially when leaves, tree needles, and other debris accumulate. Clean the surface about once a month to remove animal droppings, dirt, mold, and mildew. Call Heiberger Paving and ask about the proper cleaning solution for your particular surface.