Guide to Having a Tennis Court Installed in Your Backyard
                     Guide to Having a Tennis Court 
Installed in Your Backyard
Tennis Court Installed in Your Backyard
For any tennis enthusiast, it is not enough to 
play regularly at your sports club or to wait 
your turn at the communal tennis court. The 
dream is to be able to step out of your 
backdoor and onto your court. Here is a 
comprehensive guide on building your own 
tennis court.
Check Building and HOA Regulations
This is the most important place to start since 
it will indicate whether or not your dream is 
attainable. Depending on the zoning laws in 
your area, tennis court construction may be 
prohibited or limited to certain materials.
Assess the Suitability of Your Site
Several factors go into making your site 
suitable for a tennis court.
Size
A standard court is 60 feet by 120 feet. There 
need to be about 20 feet between the court 
and other fixed obstructions on the site. If the 
space is insufficient, consider a half-court. 
Pickleball on tennis courts that are smaller is a 
great sport alternative.
Orientation
The best orientation is North-South which 
avoids the sun shining directly in the players’ 
faces.
Sloping, Drainage, and Soil Conditions
These factors will determine whether you will 
be able to install a tennis court on your site. A 
qualified geotechnical engineer working with 
your contractors will identify problematic soils 
and drainage challenges and design solutions 
for them.
Best Material for the Tennis Court
Asphalt is a cheaper material to install but 
post-tensioned concrete beats it with long-
term return on investment, durability, and 
playability. Concrete has better drainage and is 
not affected by the soil settling. It also offers a 
more uniform playing surface that is resistant 
to cracks. Though expensive at installation, it 
is low maintenance with longer life.
Choose the Surfacing Material
The regulations in your area, mentioned 
above, will guide your options of surface 
material. Another consideration is your style of 
play. Hard courts enable faster play but soft 
courts are gentler on your joints as you play. 
Acrylic cushioned surfacing systems come in a 
variety of colors which you can choose 
according to preference and court usage. Light 
colors are best for day-time play since they 
absorb and radiate less heat. On the other 
hand, dark colors offer better ball visibility and 
are good for court demarcation.
Choosing the Right Court Accessories
Once you have decided on the tennis court and 
surfacing materials, there’s a slew of other 
smaller accessories to choose from. These 
include the fencing, night lighting, permanent 
nets, sunshade, wind shelter, hitting wall, and 
scorekeeping unit. Most of these add-ons are 
optional and will vary depending on the lay of 
the site and court usage. For instance, lights 
installed 20 feet above the court are only 
needed if you intend to use the tennis court at 
night.  
Cost of Tennis Court Installation
The average cost of installing a residential 
tennis court will range between $25000 and 
$50000. The choice of materials and 
accessories, as well as the amount of site 
preparation required, will make up the huge 
cost gap.
Choose the Right Tennis Court Contractors
The best-laid plans are nothing without a great 
team to execute them. When selecting tennis 
court contractors, do thorough research. They 
should have extensive experience and be 
specialized in sports surfaces. Make a point to 
visit their past projects. They should have a 
clear picture of the tennis court you want and 
your site specifications. Contact Talbot Tennis 
today to start bringing to life the tennis court 
of your dreams.
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