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Austin Courts

Sports Court Builder in Austin

One written scope covering every phase, from site prep and drainage through to line marking and final walkthrough.

  • On-Site Evaluation First
  • Itemised Written Estimate
  • Final Walkthrough
  • New Builds & Resurfacing
An outdoor multi-sport court with a pickleball/tennis net and a basketball hoop, next to a modern building and artificial grass, surrounded by lush hedges.

Our Services

Every court type, covered in one place

From a backyard half-court to a multi-court HOA facility, each project starts with a site assessment and a written scope before any work is booked.

Backyard Sports Courts

Backyard Sports Courts

We arrange a full yard assessment covering soil, slope, and drainage before any surface is scoped.

Basketball Court Installation

Basketball Court Installation

From site measurement and base prep through surface and hoop installation, the full scope is written before work starts.

Commercial HOA & School Courts

Commercial HOA & School Courts

We arrange full-scope court builds for shared-use properties, covering base prep, surfacing, fencing, lighting, and striping.

Court Design & Site Preparation

Court Design & Site Preparation

A thorough site assessment and grading plan prevents drainage failures and slab movement before any base layer is set.

Court Lighting & Fencing

Court Lighting & Fencing

LED fixtures and galvanized perimeter fencing are planned together so pole placement, glare control, and fence line are coordinated from the start.

Court Resurfacing, Repairs & Maintenance

Court Resurfacing, Repairs & Maintenance

Cracked, faded, or water-pooling courts are assessed surface-to-subgrade before any repair or resurfacing work is scoped.

Multi-Sport Court Installation

Multi-Sport Court Installation

One court footprint is designed to support basketball, pickleball, and more, base type and line layout are scoped together from the start.

Pickleball Court Installation

Pickleball Court Installation

A regulation 20 ft x 44 ft playing area requires a properly graded base and acrylic surface to play true and drain cleanly.

Tennis Court Installation

Tennis Court Installation

A full tennis court build covers site grading, base layer, acrylic surfacing, net post setting, fencing, and line striping in one written scope.

Tennis-to-Pickleball Conversions

Tennis-to-Pickleball Conversions

An existing tennis court surface is inspected for cracks and drainage issues before any pickleball layout or line work is scoped.

Concrete & Asphalt Base Options

Base type selected to match your soil and sport.

Acrylic Color Coating

UV-stable surface applied in sequence with cure intervals.

Regulation Line Marking

Striped to sport-specific dimensions after surfacing cures.

Drainage Design

Graded to handle Central Texas flash-flood rainfall.

Perimeter Fencing

Galvanized chain link sized to the sport and lot line.

LED Court Lighting

Pole placement and glare control planned before ordering.

Crack Repair & Patching

Surface-to-subgrade assessment before any patch is applied.

Multi-Court Layout Planning

Drainage and base scoped across the full footprint.

Why Us

Why Austin Sports Courts?

One point of contact, one written scope, and builders matched to Central Texas ground conditions, for every court type on this site.

Site Assessment Before Any Price

A builder visits to check slope, soil, and drainage first. No estimate is given until the ground is understood.

Itemised Estimates by Phase

Base prep, surfacing, fencing, lighting, and line marking are each priced separately so nothing is hidden in a lump sum.

Builders Matched to Local Conditions

Central Texas limestone, caliche, and Hill Country grading require specific excavation depth, builders are selected with that in mind.

Full Scope, Not Just the Surface

Fencing and lighting are included in the same written estimate, not quoted separately after the surface work is done.

Final Walkthrough Before Sign-Off

Every item in the written scope is confirmed on-site before the job is closed, so nothing is left outstanding.

Aerial view of multiple illuminated tennis courts at night with bright floodlights.
Finished regulation tennis court with acrylic surface and crisp white line striping backyard

Common Problems

What goes wrong, and how it’s avoided

Cutting corners on any phase of a court build creates problems that cost more to fix than they would have to prevent.

Base Cracking Early

A sub-base laid without proper compaction testing will crack and settle within a few seasons, especially over Austin’s clay and caliche soils.

Compaction Before Surfacing

The builder assesses soil type and excavation depth first, then compacts the sub-base to the spec the surface material requires.

Standing Water After Rain

A court graded without a drainage plan holds water after every Central Texas downpour, softening the base and shortening the surface life.

Drainage Designed Upfront

Slope and runoff are mapped during the site assessment, and drainage provision is written into the scope before any base layer is set.

Fading Surface in Two Seasons

An acrylic coat applied over an unrepaired or poorly prepared surface peels and fades fast under Austin’s UV load and heat cycles.

Surface-to-Subgrade Assessment

Resurfacing work starts with a full condition check, cracks are filled and low spots patched before any new acrylic coat is applied.

Court Too Small to Play

A layout scoped without run-off clearance leaves a court that meets the line dimensions but cannot be played safely at regulation speed.

Layout Scoped with Clearance

The builder measures the full available footprint, including run-off space, before the court size and orientation are confirmed in writing.

How It Works

Three steps from enquiry to finished court

  1. 01

    Request an Estimate

    Tell us the site address and the sport, and we’ll arrange a local builder to visit and assess the ground, slope, and drainage.

  2. 02

    Review Your Written Scope

    You receive an itemised estimate covering base preparation, surfacing, fencing, lighting, and line marking before any work is booked.

  3. 03

    Confirm the Final Walkthrough

    Once the build is complete, every item in the written scope is checked on-site before the job is signed off.

Who We Serve

Built for homeowners, HOAs, and commercial properties

The site assessment and written scope process works the same way regardless of property type, the scope just scales to the project.

  • Homeowners

    Homeowners who want a backyard court for their family, basketball, pickleball, tennis, or a multi-sport layout. We arrange a yard assessment covering soil, slope, and drainage, then deliver a written estimate covering every phase so there are no surprises once the ground is opened up.

  • HOA Boards & Community Managers

    HOA boards and community managers responsible for shared recreational facilities in neighborhoods like Lakeway or West Lake Hills. We arrange full-scope builds covering multi-court layouts, fencing, lighting, and striping in one written estimate, so boards see the complete project cost before any vote is taken.

  • Commercial Property Developers & Managers

    Commercial developers and property managers adding court facilities to apartment complexes, schools, or mixed-use sites. We arrange site assessments that account for drainage design, concrete base requirements, and multi-court footprints, with a written scope covering every line item from base prep through to regulation line marking.

Pricing Estimates

Typical Sports Court Building Prices

  • Backyard Sports Courts

    JobTypical cost
    Shooting court$15,000-$42,000
    Half-court basketball$30,000-$65,000
    Pickleball court$40,000-$80,500
    Full-court basketball/volleyball/short tennis$80,500-$105,000
    Full-court basketball$75,000-$175,000
    Tennis court$120,000-$250,000
  • Basketball Court Installation

    JobTypical cost
    Shooting court$15,000-$42,000
    Half-court basketball$30,000-$65,000
    Full-court basketball$75,000-$175,000
    Full-court basketball/volleyball/short tennis$80,500-$105,000
  • Commercial HOA & School Courts

    JobTypical cost
    Pickleball court$20,400-$56,100
    Tennis court$45,000-$100,000
    Full tennis court build$62,800-$135,500
    Large tennis court project$120,000-$250,000
These prices are estimates and often vary with the condition, size and scope of each job. Message or call us for a free, no-obligation quote.
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Our Approach

How We Arrange Your Court Build

Austin Sports Courts is an enquiry service for sports court construction across Central Texas. Tell us the site and the sport, and we arrange a local court builder to assess the ground, scope the drainage, and put every cost in writing before anything is booked.

About us

Our Mission

We exist to make sports court construction straightforward for homeowners, HOAs, and commercial properties by arranging on-site evaluation, written scopes, and local builders who know Central Texas ground conditions.

  1. Transparency

    Every cost is listed by phase in writing before any work is booked.

  2. Specificity

    Site conditions are assessed in person, not estimated from a photo or postcode.

  3. Completeness

    Scope covers base, surface, fencing, lighting, and lines in one written plan.

  4. Accountability

    A final walkthrough is completed before the job is signed off.

Areas We Cover

Sports Court Building in Austin

We arrange local court builders across a wide service area, matching each project to builders who know the local ground conditions.

Find a Builder in Your Area

Submit your site details and we’ll confirm coverage and arrange an on-site evaluation.

Request an Estimate

Common Questions

Questions about building a court in Austin

  • Does a backyard basketball court add value to a house?

    Yes, a backyard basketball court can add value, though the gain depends on your neighborhood, lot size, and buyer demand. In family-oriented markets, a well-built court is a strong selling point that sets a property apart. Courts that are poorly sited or take up most of the yard can limit appeal, so placement and design matter as much as the surface itself.

  • What is the most affordable way to build a basketball court in my backyard?

    A half-court with a basic acrylic surface, minimal fencing, and no lighting is the lowest-cost starting point. Keeping the footprint smaller reduces base preparation, surfacing, and drainage work significantly. A modular sport tile surface over an existing flat concrete pad cuts costs further by skipping excavation. An on-site evaluation will show which approach your space and soil actually support. See backyard court options

  • How do I know if my yard or site can fit a usable court?

    A site measurement is the only reliable way to confirm. Slope, drainage paths, and setbacks all affect what fits. An on-site evaluation checks the available footprint and flags any grading or drainage work needed before a layout is drawn up.

  • Do I need a permit to build a backyard sports court?

    Permits can apply when a project adds a paved area, changes drainage, or includes lighting. Local rules vary across Austin, Cedar Park, Lakeway, and surrounding areas. The site evaluation stage is the right time to identify what approvals the project will need.

  • What happens if I delay fixing a cracked or worn court surface?

    Cracks allow water to reach the base layer. In Central Texas, where expansive clay and caliche soils shift with moisture, that water accelerates slab movement. What starts as a surface repair can become a full base rebuild if the damage is left to grow through a wet season.

  • Is a full rebuild always needed, or can resurfacing fix the problem?

    Resurfacing works when the base is still sound. If the court has major cracking, drainage failure, or slab movement, a rebuild is the more cost-effective long-term fix. A surface inspection confirms which path makes sense before any work is scoped.

  • Are fencing and lighting included in the same project scope?

    Yes. Fencing and lighting are planned in the same site visit and written into the same estimate, covering pole placement, fixture angling, fence height, post footings, and conduit runs. Scoping both together avoids a second site visit and keeps the project on one timeline.

More questions?

Get a Written Estimate for Your Court

Tell us the site and the sport, and we’ll arrange an on-site evaluation and itemised written estimate covering base prep, surfacing, fencing, and line marking.

Request an Estimate