TENNIS | SPORT COURT SERVICES

What to Look For When Hiring a Company to Install, Repair or Replace Your Tennis Court

Installing or replacing a tennis court is not a simple task that can be done by everyone. It involves complex processes that require the knowledge and experience of a professional. Whether it is a tennis court repair or new installation, you need the right company to handle the job. Here are a few things you should consider when hiring a company.

Ask friends, relatives or workmates who have had a previous experience with a tennis repair company for recommendations. Someone who had a good experience will be more than willing to introduce you to the company he or she worked with. However, recommendations should not be the main factor when choosing a repair company.

​EVALUATE THE COMPANY'S REPUTATION

Once you get some recommendations, do a thorough background check on them. Go online and check what people say about them. Go to their websites and see what services they offer and whether they provide references. Check with the Better Business Bureau to see the overall rating of the company. If the company has a rating that is less than C, do not walk but run from it. A company with a rating of A and A+ is reliable and respected in the industry.

​LOOK FOR RED FLAGS

You must be careful not to end up with a bad tennis court repair and installation company just because you ignored the obvious.

A company that does heavy advertising should cause suspicions. Heavy advertising is expensive, and the company will most likely recover the expenses by charging high prices. If a company uses more than one name on websites or advertisements, it means that they are avoiding someone or government agencies.

​CHECK FOR PERMITS

Tennis court installation in Columbus, Ohio is controlled by the state’s Department of Housing. Any company who wants to offer installation or repair services must be approved first and given a permit. The company must satisfy the state agencies that it has individuals with the required skills and experience to offer the services in Columbus and Ohio at large. The company must also adhere to the building codes and the set ethical standards to qualify for a permit. If the prospective company cannot produce a permit from the state, consider other options.

​SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW

Once you have come up with a list of two to three companies you think are best suited for the job, call each one of them and schedule an interview. The interview should give you an opportunity to ask all the questions you have in mind. Ask them about the number of projects they have handled. Ask about the number of years the company has been operating in Columbus. Take this opportunity and see how the respondents handle your questions. A good company should engage with people who know about its processes and have good customer service skills.

If followed to the letter, the tips discussed above will help you come up with a good company that specializes in tennis court installation in Columbus, Ohio.