A question that we receive regularly is “Do you have any repair tape to fix damage?
That is a valid question since it does not matter how careful you are, accidents happen.
The good news is that we have a high quality repair tape for both our plastic and tarp covers.
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The plastic repair tape is clear and comes in 2”, 4”, 6” and 10” wide with rolls that are 48’ long.
4” wide is our most popular width since it manages knicks and bigger cuts. The 4” rolls sell for $46 plus courier and tax.
It is a good thing to have on hand so that any damage can be addressed quickly.
What sets this tape apart is that the adhesive on it is UV treated. This means that, if applied correctly, should stay on for the life of the plastic.
The tarp repair tape is white and comes in rolls of 12” x 48’ at a cost of $185 plus courier and tax.
Since this tape comes with a backing, we are able to sell it by the foot as well. Most repairs require only a small piece of tape. This way you can have some without investing in a whole roll. It can easily be cut into “patches”
Repair tape should be applied on the outside of the cover and the cover MUST be dry.
During cold weather, it is also best to warm up the surrounding area.
Tape will be applied better if you have someone on the inside who can provide resistance when you are applying the tape.
Very seldom is damage in a convenient spot so it is important to remember … safety first.
With bigger cuts (4’ or bigger) you will use less tape and do a better job by using the wider tape.
For the bigger cuts, it is best to use smaller pieces of tape to bring the sides of the damaged area together, much like a doctor does with stitches in a wound.
If you have a cut that is high up on the structure, we suggest that you give us a call so that we can talk specifics on safely and effectively reaching the spot. There are too many subtle differences with structure installations to make “cross the board” suggestions here.
Another area that is an important reminder is preventive care. Many of the cuts that happen are from preventable sources.
It is important to have it on your calendar for at least 3 times per year to have a walk around the area to ensure that there is no debris around which could become cover damaging projectiles in a storm.
Another area to inspect is trees in the area for dead branches. These also can easily break off in a storm and become projectiles.
These hazards are something you would not want to hit people either.
While some cuts and damage are preventable, we have solutions for when “life happens” Call is today so you can keep some tape on hand for those times you need to fix it in a hurry!