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Repairing Holes
Keep a roll of repair tape on hand at all times. Taping up a small hole when it happens
will save you a big tear the next time the wind picks up. We farmers have a tendency to
keep pokey things in our pocket.
When repairing a tear or small hole, prepare the area by washing both sides of the
plastic with mild soap and water. Rinse and completely dry the plastic before attaching
tape. Place a piece of tape large enough to extend a few inches beyond the damage on
both the inside and outside of the plastic. Make sure the tape sticks to itself through the
hole for a more secure repair. Taped repairs should be checked every 6-8 months to
ensure the tape is not coming loose.
Seasonal Considerations
Once a season run through this list to head off eventual problems.
1. Tighten bolts and screws.
2. Oil hinges and moving parts.
3. Tighten batten tape and rollup side ropes as needed.
4. Tighten any sways in your plastic.
5. Keep any drainage trenches and lines clear of debris.
6. Re-dig trenches if necessary, particularly in late fall once the rains start falling.
Special Weather Conditions
During weather events:
1. Brush off any snow build up during storms.
2. During heavy rains check for puddling on your plastic and tighten as needed.
3. Clear storm debris from ditches.
4. Brush off fallen leaves and branches.
5. If hurricane force winds are predicted for your area, remove the plastic to avoid
damage to your structure.
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