How can water build-up be resolved?

How Can Water Puddles Be Prevented on Acrylic Tennis Courts?

Puddles that remain in the same areas after rain may be caused by potholes in the surface, problems with the slope, or blockages preventing water from draining away. To find a permanent solution, the reason why the water cannot drain away must first be identified.

Drainage channels and outlets must be kept clear.
Channels and drains around the court must be cleaned regularly. Leaves, soil and grass clippings must be prevented from blocking the flow of water away from the court; surrounding landscaped areas must not obstruct the flow of water.

Areas where water pools must be rectified.
Small surface depressions can be repaired using levelling and repair materials suitable for acrylic court systems. However, in cases of widespread unevenness or subsidence, an assessment of the substructure and more extensive repairs may be required. Simply repainting the surface will not eliminate water pooling.

Water accumulating after rain must be removed.
As recommended by Mekra Sport, rubber-edged water scoops or water collection rollers suitable for the court surface should be used. This process helps the court to dry out more quickly; however, it is no substitute for repairing potholes and gradient issues.

At Mekra Sport, we assess the cause of water pooling and offer surface levelling and resurfacing solutions tailored to the court’s current condition.