{"id":15554,"date":"2022-05-26T00:39:48","date_gmt":"2022-05-26T04:39:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/?page_id=15554"},"modified":"2022-05-26T00:45:01","modified_gmt":"2022-05-26T04:45:01","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions About Sports Construction"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Artificial-turf-at-the-home-of-the-Deptford-Spartans-1.jpg\" alt=\"Artificial turf and a running track\" class=\"wp-image-15555\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Artificial-turf-at-the-home-of-the-Deptford-Spartans-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Artificial-turf-at-the-home-of-the-Deptford-Spartans-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Artificial-turf-at-the-home-of-the-Deptford-Spartans-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Artificial-turf-at-the-home-of-the-Deptford-Spartans-1-960x720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">We know that a major capital project at your school or athletic facility can feel overwhelming. To help you navigate the process, American Athletic Track and Turf provides answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about sports field construction. With projects throughout the East Coast, we serve clients in Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Southern Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\">What Track Surface Is Best for Us?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">American Athletic Track and Turf offers different kinds of track surfaces to suit our clients\u2019 needs. We use Beynon Sports Surfaces (BSS), which are known for their quality and durability. Options include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/BSS-100-CQ-CTB-2015.pdf\">BSS 100<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/BSS-200-2015.pdf\">BSS 200<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/BSS-300-Embedded-2015.pdf\">BSS 300<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/BSS-1000-10MM-Embedded-2012.pdf\">BSS 1000: 10MM Embedded<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/BSS-1000-13MM-Embedded-2011.pdf\">BSS 1000: 13MM Embedded<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/BSS-2000-Full-Pour-Color-13mm-Embedded.pdf\">BSS 2000<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">These products vary in performance level and longevity: the BSS 100 is the most basic option, and the BSS 2000 is an Olympic-caliber track. When budget allows, we recommend a BSS 300 or higher for the best combination of longevity and performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\">What Are My Options for Artificial Turf?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">While there are many kinds of artificial turf products, there are three general types of synthetic turf grass:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Monofilament: <\/strong>As the name implies, these are single strands of synthetic fiber that are built into a roll of turf.<\/li><li><strong>Slit-film: <\/strong>This style of turf uses flat pieces of synthetic material with small slits cut into it, creating a net or web-like structure.<\/li><li><strong>Dual fiber: <\/strong>This style mixes both monofilament and slit-film fibers and is the most durable option.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">The type of turf you choose will depend on your budget and the sports you will use it for the most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\">Which Surface Would Work Best for Our Tennis Courts?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">For a durable, long-lasting tennis court surface, American Athletic Track and Turf uses an application of water-based and sand-filled acrylic latex products after completing the proper soil analysis, drainage, and base and asphalt pavement construction. We recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Nova-Sports-USA-Spec-Asphalt-Tennis-Courts.pdf\">Nova Sports USA Acrylic Surface<\/a> for tennis court surfaces. For repairs, we use <a href=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/RiteWay-Tennis-Court-Crack-Repair.pdf\">RiteWay Tennis Court Crack Repair<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\">How Long Will a Track Surface Last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">The usable life of a track surface varies depending on the climate as well as the frequency of use. American Athletic Track and Turf\u2019s track surfaces can last for 20 to 30 years with the proper maintenance. That\u2019s because we carefully design the substructure to ensure proper drainage and use a high-quality sealed synthetic surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\">How Long Does Track Installation Take?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Every facility is different, so no two projects are alike. But generally, our vertically integrated track building process includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Planning and design<\/li><li>Drainage installation<\/li><li>Base construction<\/li><li>Laser-controlled asphalt paving<\/li><li>Polyurethane or latex synthetic track surface application<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Typically, you can expect your project to take between four and 12 weeks to complete, depending on your facility. We offer a <a href=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Making-Your-Investment-Count-When-Upgrading-Your-Sports-Facility.pdf\">site evaluation guide <\/a>to help you evaluate your facility and understand the scope of work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\">How Do I Choose the Right Contractor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">We recommend that you take the time to do your research, read reviews, and consult with industry colleagues who have undertaken similar projects. Make sure you ask potential contractors about their experience, capabilities, and whether they subcontract out any portion of the work. To help you vet potential contractors, American Athletic Track and Turf provides a <a href=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Contractor-Comparison-Checklist.pdf\">contractor comparison checklist<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sportsbuilders.org\/\">American Sports Builders Association<\/a> (ASBA) offers a Certified Track Builder (CTB) and a Certified Field Builder (CFB) program to set standards of excellence in athletic field construction and maintenance. American Athletic Track and Turf is proud to have both certified track and field builders on our staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\">How Much Maintenance Will Our Track or Court Need?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Even top-quality sports facilities can be susceptible to weather damage over time. Ice, snow, and freezing temperatures ultimately can lead to cracks in the court or running track. To get the most out of your athletic surface, you may need to call on us for maintenance such as resurfacing, restriping, and crack repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\">Learn More About American Athletic Track and Turf<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">At American Athletic Track and Turf, we bring our decades of experience to ensure our clients on the East Coast and in the Southeast receive top-quality products and expert construction and maintenance. Our team has won numerous national awards from ASBA for excellence in the design and construction of athletic fields. We also hold professional affiliations with Associated Builders and Contractors, the Tennis Industry Association, and the Sports Field Management Association.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">We participate in the <a href=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/co-op-purchasing\/\">SmartBuy Cooperative Purchasing Program<\/a> so our customers have access to preferential pricing and turnkey solutions and our projects are backed by excellent long-term warranties. For more information about the co-op purchasing process or to <a href=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/quote\/\">request a quote<\/a>, please <a href=\"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/contact\/\">contact<\/a> American Athletic Track and Turf today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We know that a major capital project at your school or athletic facility can feel overwhelming. 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