Backstop Netting Systems: How Much Do They Cost?
Backstop
Netting Systems: The factors that drive cost and a comparison of different
sized systems.
The
benefits of backstop netting systems are clear. Gone are the days of peering
through chain link fences. As are the days of trying to squint past a series of
in-the-way poles. Netting systems offer fans an unobstructed view of the
baseball game while providing superior protection against errant foul balls.
A
backstop netting system is fully customizable. That offers you unprecedented
flexibility in design, but also can make creating a budget a little more
difficult. There are many factors that drive the cost of your system, and
anticipating your ballfield’s needs can get confusing. Whether you already have
a budget in mind, or you are just beginning to research how much a backstop
netting system costs, this post will
walk you through the approximate amount you can expect to spend based on these
key five factors:
1.
The height of the net.
2.
The number of poles and their individual and combined spans. Bigger systems
need bigger poles.
3.
The pole placement (In line with the backstop wall or offset behind the home
plate seating area, and their placement in relation to the dugout).
4.
Whether the poles are buried or mounted using a base plate.
5.
The type of netting material used.
These
are the primary factors that will drive your cost, but keep in mind there are
many other factors that can impact your final costs including: project location, site access, soil
conditions, topography, and installation logistics.
When
planning for your backstop
net system, be sure to ask your
netting consultant or supplier a lot of questions so you’re fully informed. A
supplier should be equipped to discuss all of these factors and your other
questions. Your goal and theirs should be to avoid any surprise costs in the
end.
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