Professional Pickleball Court Construction in Hudson, Florida
Custom pickleball court installation and tennis court conversions by Florida's most trusted paving specialists. Over 60 years of excellence in athletic surface construction.
The Pickleball Revolution in Florida
Pickleball has exploded across Florida, transforming from niche recreation to the fastest-growing sport in America with over 8.9 million players nationwide. This phenomenon is particularly pronounced in West Central Florida where ideal year-round weather, active adult communities, and social play culture have created unprecedented demand for professional pickleball court installation. At Asphalt Paving & Maintenance, we've responded to this boom by becoming the region's premier pickleball court construction specialists since the sport's local emergence.
Our pickleball expertise encompasses both new court construction and tennis court conversions - the most popular option given that a standard tennis court accommodates four regulation pickleball courts. We've completed hundreds of installations throughout Hudson, Spring Hill, Clearwater, and surrounding communities, serving HOAs, municipalities, recreation departments, country clubs, schools, and private residences. Every court we build meets USA Pickleball Association (USAPA) specifications including exact dimensions, proper net height, correct surface texture, and optimal color combinations that reduce glare and improve ball visibility.
We provide complete turnkey pickleball court installation including comprehensive site assessment and design consultation, all permitting and regulatory approvals, professional excavation and base preparation (for new courts), surface repair and preparation (for conversions), premium acrylic coating systems, precision USAPA-compliant line striping, net post installation, and optional enhancements like LED lighting, windscreens, fencing, and spectator benches. Whether you're converting an underutilized tennis court or building from scratch, our six decades of paving expertise ensures a court that performs flawlessly for 15-20 years.
Tennis Court to Pickleball Conversion
Transform your underutilized tennis court into four vibrant pickleball courts. The most cost-effective way to add this popular amenity.
Why Convert Tennis Courts to Pickleball?
The Problem
- • Tennis courts sit empty 80% of the time
- • Declining tennis participation nationwide
- • High maintenance costs for unused facilities
- • Members requesting pickleball alternatives
- • Aging demographics prefer lower-impact sports
The Solution
- • 4 pickleball courts = constant activity
- • Explosive pickleball growth (36% annually)
- • Same maintenance, 4x the capacity
- • Members thrilled with new amenity
- • Accessible to all ages and abilities
Cost Comparison: Conversion vs. New Construction
Tennis Court Conversion: $7,000 - $15,000 (includes resurfacing, new lines, net posts)
New 4-Court Facility: $24,000 - $31,000 (includes full construction from scratch)
Converting existing tennis courts saves 50-70% versus new construction while delivering identical playing quality. If your tennis court surface is in decent condition, conversion is always the smart financial choice.
Standard Tennis Court
Becomes four regulation pickleball courts
$7,000-$15,000
Conversion Cost
Court Layout
Two courts lengthwise, two courts widthwise
10' Buffer
Between Courts
Project Timeline
From assessment to ready-to-play courts
4x Capacity
Same Space, More Players
New Pickleball Court Construction
Building from the ground up? We deliver tournament-quality courts engineered for Florida's climate.
Single Court
Dimensions: 20' × 44' playing area
Total Space: 30' × 60' (with buffer)
Perfect For: Residential backyards, small clubs
$7,000-$12,000
Complete Installation
- ✓ Site preparation & excavation
- ✓ Aggregate base installation
- ✓ 3-4" asphalt surface
- ✓ Acrylic coating system
- ✓ USAPA line striping
- ✓ Net posts & net
- ✓ Basic perimeter fencing
Four-Court Complex
Dimensions: 44' × 80' playing area
Total Space: 60' × 120' (with buffer)
Perfect For: Communities, recreation departments, clubs
$24,000-$31,000
Complete Installation
- ✓ Everything in single court
- ✓ Four regulation courts
- ✓ Enhanced drainage systems
- ✓ Premium coating & lines
- ✓ 10' perimeter fencing
- ✓ LED lighting optional
- ✓ Spectator benches
- ✓ Tournament-ready facility
USAPA Regulation Specifications
Court Dimensions
- Playing Surface: 20' wide × 44' long
- Non-Volley Zone: 7' from net on both sides
- Total with Buffer: 30' × 60' minimum
- Net Height: 36" at sidelines, 34" at center
Surface Requirements
- Flatness: Within 1/4" over 10 feet
- Slope: 1% maximum for drainage
- Line Width: 2" for all boundary lines
- Color Contrast: Dark surface, light lines (or reverse)
Why Pickleball Courts Are Smart Investments
Explosive Growth
36% annual growth nationwide. Florida leads the nation in participation. Courts stay busy from dawn to dusk in most communities.
All Ages & Abilities
Easy to learn, low-impact, highly social. Equally popular with active seniors, families, and competitive athletes.
Property Value
Pickleball courts significantly boost property values in active adult communities and family neighborhoods throughout Florida.
Pickleball Court Construction FAQs
How much does a pickleball court cost?
New single courts: $7,000-$12,000. Four-court complexes: $24,000-$31,000. Tennis court conversions: $7,000-$15,000. Cost varies based on site conditions, drainage requirements, and optional features like lighting and fencing.
Can you really fit 4 pickleball courts on one tennis court?
Yes! A regulation tennis court (78' × 36') perfectly accommodates four pickleball courts (20' × 44' each) with proper 10-foot buffer zones between courts. This is why tennis court conversions are so popular - you get 4x the capacity in the same footprint.
How long does construction or conversion take?
Tennis court conversions: 1-2 weeks. New single courts: 2-3 weeks. Four-court complexes: 3-5 weeks. Timeline includes permitting, surface preparation/construction, coating (multiple layers with drying time), and line work.
What's better for Florida - asphalt or concrete?
Asphalt with acrylic coating is the gold standard for pickleball in Florida. It provides the right combination of firm response, slight cushioning, heat resistance, and cost-effectiveness. Properly installed and coated asphalt courts last 15-20 years in Florida's climate.
Do I need special permits for a residential court?
Usually yes. Most municipalities require building permits for recreational court construction. HOA approval is also typically required in deed-restricted communities. We handle all permitting as part of our turnkey service.
How much space do I need for a backyard court?
Minimum 30' × 60' for a single court with adequate buffer space. We recommend 34' × 64' if space permits. For comparison, this is about the same footprint as a large swimming pool, making it feasible for many residential lots in Florida.
Should I convert my tennis court or keep both sports?
Most communities convert entirely to pickleball due to dramatically higher demand. However, we can stripe courts for both sports if desired - pickleball lines in one color, tennis lines in another. Be aware that dual-use can be visually confusing for players.
Serving Hudson, FL and Surrounding Communities
Professional pickleball court construction throughout West Central Florida since 1960
Hudson
Spring Hill
New Port Richey
Port Richey
Bayonet Point
Elfers
Holiday
Trinity
Tarpon Springs
Palm Harbor
Clearwater
Dunedin
Odessa
Land O Lakes
Wesley Chapel
Zephyrhills
Ready to Build Your Pickleball Court?
Join the fastest-growing sport in America. Professional installation and tennis court conversions backed by 60+ years of paving excellence.
Same-day response guaranteed • Family-owned since 1960