Pickleball Court Installation Questions

The regulation playing surface is 20 by 44 feet, but run-off zones and fencing setbacks typically require a minimum 30 by 60 feet of usable space. The builder confirms exact dimensions during the on-site evaluation.

Clay soil expands and contracts with freeze-thaw cycles, which can heave an under-built base and crack the acrylic coat. Drainage provision for clay conditions is scoped at the evaluation stage and written into the estimate before work starts.

Without correct drainage, water pools under the acrylic coat, softening the base and causing surface cracking within one or two seasons. Repairing a failed base costs significantly more than specifying drainage correctly from the start.

Many Loudoun County HOAs require a site plan review before construction. The builder can advise on what documentation is typically needed, but you should confirm permit requirements with your HOA and county planning office before work begins.

Yes. Fencing and LED lighting are written as separate line items in the estimate so you can include or exclude them without affecting the base scope. Net post anchor sleeves are included in the standard court build.