ANN ARBOR, Mich. - TelAve -- Nifty Hoops Helps Growers Prepare Their Gothic Hoop Houses for Winter Weather

As temperatures drop, Nifty Hoops is reminding growers across the region that proper winterization is key to protecting high tunnels and ensuring reliable year-round production. The company emphasizes that routine maintenance—cleaning, tightening, and inspection—can dramatically improve durability, crop protection, and long-term performance.

"Gothic hoop houses are built for resilience," said a Nifty Hoops representative. "Their peaked design naturally sheds snow and improves light penetration, but keeping them in top shape requires preparation before winter hits."

To help growers winterize effectively, Nifty Hoops shared five essential maintenance steps from their updated guide:

1. Clean Inside and Out
Remove plant debris and weeds to reduce pest and disease risks. Wash interior surfaces with a gentle disinfectant to eliminate mildew and algae. Cleaning the cover improves light transmission—critical during short winter days.

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2. Inspect the Frame and Connections
Check every bolt, joint, and brace for stability. Tighten loose hardware and replace damaged parts to maintain structural strength. A sound frame ensures snow is shed efficiently and prevents midwinter breakdowns.

3. Examine and Maintain the Cover
Inspect for tears or worn areas and patch with greenhouse repair tape. Ensure inflation systems for double poly layers are functioning properly. Keep the plastic taut and clean to maximize insulation and light.

4. Add Insulation and Seal Drafts
Seal gaps near doors, vents, and baseboards to retain heat. Maintain soil moisture and use row covers to trap warmth and prevent soil from freezing.

5. Manage Snow and Ice Buildup
The gothic design helps snow slide off, but during heavy accumulation, growers can assist by gently tapping the plastic or "flossing" a rope down the roofline. Keep gutters clear and remove snow around the base for safe access.

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Keep Your Gothic Hoop House Strong All Winter Long
With proper care, a gothic hoop house can endure even the toughest conditions—offering growers consistent production and peace of mind through the coldest months.

About Nifty Hoops: Nifty Hoops is working to radically re-localize food systems around the United States by helping our growers become successful and profitable while feeding our communities. To do this, they have designed a series of more efficient crop protection structures, which increase the resilience of farms against wind, rain, and cold and extend the growing season through the winter months. They have drawn from their backgrounds in engineering and farming, and taken feedback from growers to redesign how high tunnels are manufactured, sold, and built.

Contact: https://www.niftyhoops.com/contact