Finding a Good Tennis Court Contractor

Before hiring a local contractor to build your play court, ask plenty of questions and do your research. Tennis court construction is a highly specialized field, so it's important to find a contractor with extensive experience. Kolkmann recommends using someone who is an active member of ASBA, with at least 15% to 20% of annual business devoted to designing and constructing sport surfaces. (ASBA has a searchable database of certified builder members.)

Munson Inc.
Munson Inc. in Glendale, WI

"The contractor the homeowner chooses should be aware of all the different surface types, speed of play, and the size and slope requirements for court construction," stresses Kolkmann. The contractor should also pay close attention to special considerations, he adds, such as the desired surface texture, the finish of the concrete required to ensure good bonding of the color coating, and provisions for fencing and net posts.

Be sure to ask the contractor for references from past clients and then visit completed projects. If you like what you see, arrange a time to sit down with the contractor to assess your needs and discuss your options. Ask for a detailed proposal itemizing the work that will be included and an estimate of how much your court will cost.

Often a project will run more efficiently if you use a contractor who offers turnkey installation of your court, so you only deal with one firm from start to finish. For example, Munson builds courts from the ground up, including excavation, concrete placement, installation of net posts and fencing, and color coating.

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