Pickleball Court Installation Questions

The playing surface is 20 by 44 feet, but you need clearance beyond the lines for safe play. A minimum footprint of 30 by 60 feet is recommended. The on-site evaluation confirms whether your yard can accommodate that, including any grading needed to level the area.

Concrete offers a harder, more stable surface and is the more common choice for residential courts. Asphalt costs less upfront but requires a thicker acrylic coating system. Both work well when the sub-base is properly compacted; the written estimate covers both options so you can compare.

Richmond’s clay soil shifts with freeze-thaw cycles. A poorly compacted base leads to surface cracking within two to three seasons, requiring full crack repair or resurfacing. Correcting a failed base costs significantly more than building it right the first time.

Permit requirements vary by county and whether the court includes permanent structures like fencing or lighting. Chesterfield, Henrico, and Goochland each have their own rules. The on-site evaluation includes a review of local permit requirements before the scope is finalised.

Timeline depends on site prep, concrete cure time, and weather. Concrete requires a minimum cure interval before acrylic coating can be applied, typically 28 days for a new pour. The written estimate includes a project schedule with each phase listed separately.

Surface cracks can often be filled and stabilised before a fresh acrylic coat is applied, provided the sub-base is still structurally sound. If the base has shifted significantly, resurfacing alone won’t hold. The on-site evaluation determines which approach is appropriate for your court’s condition.