Pickleball Courts
A court that plays true from day one, built to USA Pickleball dimensions on a sub-base that handles Richmond’s clay soil and freeze-thaw winters.
What Goes Wrong
Shortcuts in sub-base prep and layout are invisible at handover but obvious within two seasons.
A flat pour looks fine until water pools at the baseline and softens the sub-base beneath the acrylic coating.
The 1-percent drainage slope is graded into the compacted base layer, not corrected with surface patching after the pour.
Richmond’s clay-heavy soil expands and contracts with freeze-thaw cycles, cracking any slab poured over an under-compacted base.
The written scope names the required compaction standard and base depth for local soil conditions before a single load is poured.
Adjusting kitchen lines or sidelines after concrete cures means grinding or repainting over a surface that was never laid out to spec.
The 20-by-44-foot footprint and 7-foot kitchen zone are staked and confirmed on-site before the concrete or asphalt is placed.
Applying acrylic colour coat before the base reaches its full cure interval traps moisture and causes the coating to peel within a year.
Acrylic coating is scheduled only after the concrete or asphalt base has reached its full cure interval, protecting the bond long-term.
Scope of Work
From sub-base to regulation line marking, the full scope is handled as a single coordinated project.
Single-court residential installs with concrete or asphalt base, acrylic coating, and regulation line marking on a private lot.
Multi-court layouts for homeowner associations and community facilities, including fencing, net posts, and ADA-compliant access paths.
Institutional-grade courts built to USA Pickleball standards for school campuses and public recreation programs.
Crack repair, sub-base stabilisation, and fresh acrylic colour coat for existing courts that have lost their playing surface.
Reinforced slab with correct drainage slope built in.
Compacted asphalt base as an alternative to concrete.
Two-tone court finish applied after full base cure.
Kitchen, centerline, and sidelines to USA Pickleball widths.
Permanent posts set at regulation 36-inch net height.
Chain-link or vinyl-coated fence panels around the court.
Why Choose Us
Accountability at every stage, from the first site visit to the final sign-off.
Every enquiry starts with a site visit to assess space and drainage before a number is put in writing.
Base prep, surfacing, fencing, and line marking appear as separate line items so you see exactly what you are paying for.
We take on courts across Chesterfield, Henrico, and Goochland counties.
The same scoping process applies whether the project is a single residential court or a multi-court HOA facility.
Dimensions, drainage flow, and surface condition are checked and confirmed before the project is considered complete.
The Process
Submit your site location and intended use, and we arrange a free on-site visit to assess the footprint, soil, and drainage conditions.
You receive an itemised estimate covering sub-base prep, concrete or asphalt pour, acrylic coating, fencing, and regulation line marking.
Once the surface is coated and lines are marked, a walkthrough confirms all dimensions and drainage before the project is signed off.
Pricing Estimates
| Job | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Basic outdoor pickleball court | $20,000-$40,000 |
| Standard outdoor pickleball court with lighting | $35,000-$55,000 |
| Premium outdoor or indoor pickleball court | $50,000-$120,000 |
Common 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.
Share the location and intended use, and we’ll arrange an on-site evaluation with a written estimate covering every cost category.