How to Remove a Tennis Court
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If you have a tennis court that you need to remove, there are a few different ways to go about it. Here are a few tips on how to remove a tennis court.
Call the company that installed the court
If you have a tennis court that you no longer want, the best way to remove it is by calling the company that installed it. They will be able to come and remove the court for you, and will also be able to dispose of it properly.
If you installed the court yourself, follow the below steps
If you installed the court yourself, follow the below steps:
1. Deflate the court.
2. Remove the net.
3. Remove any tape or adhesive from the surface of the court.
4. Start at one end of the court and begin to roll up the surface.
5. Once the surface is rolled up, remove the padding and base material.
6. Dispose of all materials in accordance with local regulations.
Draining the Court
The first step is to drain the water from the court. This can be done by removing the plug from the drain at the lowest point of the court. The water will then need to be pumped out using a sump pump.
Cutting the Court
To remove a tennis court, you will need to cut the court with a power saw. Start by cutting around the perimeter of the court. Then, cut through the center of the court. Finally, cut any remaining sections of the court.
Disposing of the Court
Tennis court surfaces are made from asphalt or concrete, so you will need to rent a largedumpster to dispose of the court. Asphalt is the most common type of tennis court surface,and it can be recycled at some asphalt plants. Be sure to call ahead to find out if therecycled asphalt can be used in your area. If not, you will need to take the court to adisposal facility that accepts asphalt. Concrete can also be recycled at some concreteplants.
