The process starts with a site survey and layout planning session. Court boundaries for each sport are staked on the actual ground to confirm they fit the available footprint without overlap that makes play confusing. Raleigh’s clay-heavy soil requires grading and drainage work before a stable base can be laid, both are assessed and specified during the on-site evaluation. Wake County permit requirements for grading or drainage changes are also reviewed at this stage.
Base installation uses asphalt or concrete depending on site conditions and the sports being accommodated. A drainage slope of at least 1 percent is built into the base to prevent standing water after rain. Acrylic surfacing is applied over the cured base in the specified base color, with a cure interval observed before striping begins. Each sport’s lines are painted in a distinct color so players can read the court quickly without confusion between overlapping boundaries.
Optional add-ons, basketball hoops, pickleball net systems, perimeter fencing, and court lighting, are scoped into the same project where needed. Each component is listed as a separate line item in the written estimate. A final walkthrough confirms surface drainage, line accuracy, and hardware alignment before sign-off. The written scope covers every item agreed at the site survey, with no bundled totals.
Why Choose Us
Why Raleigh homeowners & property managers use us for multi-sport courts
Business-level accountability from first contact to final walkthrough, here is what that looks like in practice.
Evaluation Before Any Commitment
Every enquiry starts with an on-site assessment of the ground and drainage before any scope is agreed.
Itemised Estimates, No Bundled Totals
Base prep, surfacing, fencing, lighting, and line marking each appear as separate line items, nothing is hidden in a lump sum.
Signed-Off Final Walkthrough
Surface drainage, line accuracy, and hardware alignment are all checked and confirmed before the job is closed out.
Backyard to Commercial Scale
We handle enquiries for residential backyard courts, HOA facilities, school campuses, and commercial properties across the Raleigh area.
Wide Service Area Coverage
Courts are built across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, and surrounding Wake County communities.
Questions about multi-sport court installation in Raleigh
How much does a multi-sport court cost?
Most multi-sport court projects in the Raleigh area come in at $6,000-$15,000, depending on size, surface type, and site conditions. Base preparation, line marking, and any fencing or lighting are the main cost drivers. An on-site evaluation produces an itemised written estimate so you see exactly where the money goes.
What affects the price the most for a backyard court?
Site preparation is usually the biggest variable, grading, excavation, and base work on uneven or clay-heavy ground add significant cost. Court size, surface material, and add-ons like fencing and lighting also move the number. An itemised estimate after an on-site evaluation breaks each line out clearly.
Can one court be used for more than one sport?
Yes. A single court surface can carry painted or taped lines for basketball, pickleball, tennis, and other sports simultaneously. The key is choosing the right surface material and planning the line layout before installation so the markings stay readable and don’t conflict with each other.
Do I need a full court, or is a half-court enough for my yard?
A half-court works well for casual shooting, one-on-one basketball, and pickleball, and it fits most residential lots. A full court makes sense if you want regulation play or plan to host multiple players at once. The on-site evaluation measures your available space and helps you decide which layout fits your goals.
How much space do I need for a multi-sport court?
A standard pickleball court needs roughly 30 by 60 feet; a half basketball court needs about 42 by 50 feet. A combined multi-sport layout typically starts around 50 by 80 feet to accommodate both comfortably. Add a few feet on each side for safety buffer and any fencing.
Will a multi-sport court fit in my backyard?
It depends on your usable square footage, setbacks, and any slopes or obstacles. Many Raleigh-area backyards can fit at least a half-court or a dedicated pickleball layout. An on-site evaluation measures the space accurately and flags any grading or drainage issues before you commit to a design.
Is a backyard court a good fit if I mainly want basketball and pickleball?
Yes, basketball and pickleball share similar court dimensions, so a single surface handles both without wasted space. A 50-by-80-foot slab can carry a full pickleball court and a half basketball court with overlapping lines. That combination is one of the most common backyard court requests in the area.
Should I choose a full court or just a simple slab with a hoop?
A plain concrete slab with a hoop costs less upfront but limits your options later. A properly built multi-sport court includes a compacted base, a sport-specific surface, and marked lines, which means better playability, longer surface life, and the ability to add pickleball or other sports without starting over.
Describe the space and the sports you want to play. We schedule a ground and drainage assessment and put the scope in writing, no commitment required to get the full picture.