Count on Us for All Your Playground Maintenance

The key to an inviting playground or park is maintenance. That’s why, in addition to playground design and installation services, River Valley Recreation also provides complete playground maintenance services to keep your playground equipment and play area looking great all year round!

Our playground maintenance team works with schools, public parks, homeowners associations (HOAs) and daycare centers throughout Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware and New Jersey.

Signs Your Playground Equipment Needs an Inspection

Here are a few signs your playground equipment needs a professional inspection:

Visible damage: Any visible signs of damage, such as sharp edges, cracks, rust or missing parts, signal it’s time for an inspection.
Excessive wobble: If you notice your playground wobbling excessively, this may indicate structural damage or wear.
Loose or broken parts: Any broken chains, ropes or swings can lead to accidents.
Trip and fall hazards: Look for uneven surfaces, gaps or broken handrails to ensure adequate safety surfacing.
Wear and tear: Various wear and tear issues, such as peeling paint, worn parts, or faded colors, can impact the functionality of your playground equipment.
Age of your equipment: The average life span of playgrounds is up to 15 years with the correct installation and maintenance. The life span also varies depending on the quality and materials used.
Outdated design: An outdated design might mean your playground does not meet current safety standards, and it might require more than just a playground repair.

Playground Equipment Checks

Our maintenance crew can check over your playground systems and bring any issues we see to your attention, such as loose parts, wear and tear or potential safety hazards. While this won’t replace a complete safety audit and inspection, it can help you stay ahead of potential issues and solve them before they become bigger problems.

What Is Our Safety Audit and Inspection?

We conduct a thorough review based on the 1997 Consumer Product Safety Commission Handbook for public playground safety, addressing a broad spectrum of known playground safety issues. Our audit evaluates playground equipment according to the ASTM F1487-01 voluntary industry performance standards, ensuring adherence to all safety guidelines.

Sanitation

Remove chewing gum and grime the easy way — sticky residues can be hazardous. Clean surfaces remove slip hazards and ensure play areas remain safe and comfortable for all users. Our sanitation process uses gentle, low-pressure to safely sanitize areas in and around your play area quickly and easily. Plus, our process won’t damage surfaces the way power washing can.

Playgrounds are high-traffic areas where germs and bacteria can easily spread from child to child. Regular sanitization helps remove harmful pathogens. Children often put their hands in their mouths or touch their faces after playing. Clean equipment minimizes their exposure to contaminants and helps maintain overall hygiene, contributing to healthier play experiences.

Clean playgrounds reflect a community’s commitment to the well-being of its members. They also demonstrate a proactive approach to health and safety, fostering a positive environment for children and families.

Our sanitation process is perfect for:

Playground equipment

Benches

Picnic tables

Whether your play surface is rubber mulch, engineered wood fiber or poured-in-place rubber, we use cleaning techniques that preserve its effectiveness and safety features.

Schedule Regular Playground Maintenance and Inspections for Safety

Our playground equipment inspection and maintenance services keep your playground in pristine condition while addressing functionality and cleanliness. Our commitment to playground safety extends beyond one-time services. We offer ongoing support and recommendations for future care, helping you plan for periodic inspection and maintenance tasks.

Playground inspections should be done every few years. Ready to schedule regular maintenance for your playground or park? We’d be happy to discuss your needs! Contact us today!

Want to schedule regular maintenance for your playground or park? We’d be happy to discuss your needs! Contact us today!