Bring the Game Home with a Custom Backyard Basketball Court
LeBron, MJ, Curry, and Bird have shown us all how passion-filled and exhilarating the sport can be. Sure, it’s not as relaxed as a game of pickleball, and you might find yourself with ruffled feathers over some action in the key, but there isn’t a sport that produces as much fun for this group of sports fans. Whether it’s a friendly game of Around the World with the kids or a sweaty 5-on-5 match with college buddies, nothing beats the thrill of basketball.
We've been building courts since 1978, and we've seen it all—especially when it comes to tricky Austin terrain. Wondering, “Can I build a basketball court in my backyard?” We're the definitive court builders to answer that question. Spoiler, it's 99% of the time, Yes.
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At Sport Court of Austin, we offer a range of flooring options tailored to meet the needs of your basketball court while also being versatile enough for other sports applications: Choosing the right surface is crucial for both performance and safety.
8 Steps to Building Your Court
Customer satisfaction and service are our top priorities. From start to finish our team will be with you through the process, and we will continue to follow-up and stay with you well beyond the completion of your court construction. There are 8 steps to our sales and court construction customer service commitment.
In this Introductory Phase - you get to know our product offerings, the sales representative you will be working with and our company. We also get to know your wants, needs, the space and budget. At the end of these conversations, we should both be able to decide if our company and products are a good fit for you.
You’ve entered the Design & Estimate stage of building your dream. In this stage we’ll conduct a full on-site evaluation, help solidify a court design and address all of the questions you may have.
Our goal for this stage is to learn your property, your vision of the project and help design the best space possible for you. We want to help you fully understand your property, our solutions and the costs associated – getting you all the information needed to decide whether to move forward with the project or not.
Congratulations, you’ve entered the Contract Stage of your project and have agreed to move forward with the project. You should have a size, location and design agreed upon verbally with your sales rep.
Our goal in this step is for you to fully understand the scope of work, our responsibilities, and your responsibilities throughout the scope of the project. Here we collect an initial payment to procure materials and get the construction process started.
Now you are in our Project Queue where we work on projects in a first in, first out manner. All customers are required to have completed the design and contract phases before being assigned an internal job number, product ordered and placed in the queue.
During this time, we are dedicating our resources to expertly completing other projects, ensuring a top-quality product. When we get to your project, we guarantee you'll have the same experience. We are also procuring and receiving all your finish out materials and preparing to execute your project.
You are now in the Site Prep/ Concrete Work Phase. Your project is about to start! Soon we will be mobilizing crews to complete the base of your court.
Reminder: by this point you should have done all of the following tasks:
- Called 811 for an inspection and marking of utility lines.
- HOA and/or city approvals completed.
- Irrigation capping/ rerouting in the immediate area of the court.
- Any pre-landscaping completed.
- Tree Removal (if not in our scope).
- Site Preparation (if not in our scope).
- Informing Neighbors of upcoming project.
How Does This Work?
- We will confirm the location of the court. We will be having an onsite meeting to layout the court corners with the concrete crew. It’s vitally important to be at this meeting and approve the plan. If you cannot make this meeting, please give me a call to reschedule. After this meeting, any changes to the location, elevation or size of the court will likely cost additional money and time. During this meeting we will:
- Mark the corners of the court and you will need to approve them.
- Discuss Access point for equipment.
- Locate Utility & water shutoff point
- Site preparation: Remove any agreed upon trees and begin excavation/ leveling the area for the slab.
- Form the perimeter of the court including any retaining walls and turn down beams. This may include hauling in fill material.
- Concrete Pour – Once the area is prepared, there will be a 1-day concrete pour where all of the concrete will be placed and finished. Please review important details below to help execute this day as smoothly as possible. I will send you another notice at least 1 day prior to pour to remind you of the details below.
This phase typically takes 1 to 3 weeks.
Now that the concrete is placed and curing (hardening) you are in the Surface and Component Installation Phase. In this stage you will have all of the court components installed except followed by the surfacing and lines.
The finishing touches of your court will be completed during these steps.
1 to 2 weeks after component installation a specially trained Sport Court® installation crew will install the Sport Court® Modular surfacing on your court. This is a fairly quick process and takes 1-2 days for your court to come to life.
All we have left is a final walkthrough with to deliver the court, teach you how to use all the court components, and take final photos. If you have any concerns or questions, this will be the time to bring these up. Please have as many people from your family as possible for this demonstration of how the court works.
Congratulations! Your new Sport Court game court is ready for action right in your own backyard. It’s time to play, compete, and make memories! As the newest member of the Sport Court family, you’re now part of a team that’s dedicated to keeping the game going strong.
And remember, we’ve got your back. If your court ever needs an assist—whether it's a quick tune-up or a full-court refresh—just give us a call. We’ll make sure your court stays in peak shape so you never miss a shot, serve, or slam dunk!
Welcome to the team; GAME ON!
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Every project is unique. Provide us with some basic details and a summary of your vision and we’ll help build you the perfect court of your dreams!
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For more than 45 years, Sport Court of Austin has brought the love of play and sports to athletes of all ages and skill levels. We specialize in customizing courts to fit the vision you have for your gym no matter the use. Big or small, private or public, elementary school or college court, our indoor floors will provide you with the safety, support, and experience like no other.
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Is Sport Court of Austin the Right Fit for You?
Our solutions may be a great match if you're facing any of these situations:
- Want to create a safe, professional-grade sports surface at home or in your community
- Are ready to invest in quality that lasts with minimal maintenance
- Want a versatile court for multiple sports (basketball, pickleball, volleyball, etc.)
- Struggling to find a court solution that fits your space and budget
- Looking for a team that can guide you through design, customization, and installation
- Interested in a low-maintenance surface that’s durable in all weather conditions
- Value working with an experienced team with a focus on safety and customer satisfaction
Our Ideal Client Commitment
The best results come from a collaborative effort. Our happiest clients are involved and responsive throughout the planning and installation process. While we don’t expect you to be present for every step, your input during initial consultations and key project milestones is essential. This ensures we deliver a court that exceeds expectations in terms of design, function, and longevity.
We're Not the Right Fit for Everyone.
We understand that our services are an investment and not everyone may prioritize durability, customization, and expert guidance. If you're looking primarily for a low-cost, quick installation, we may not be the best match. For those who value quality, safety, and tailored solutions, however, Sport Court of Austin could be your perfect partner.
