In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some of the initial themes to consider as you begin your budgeting process for any residential basketball court installation you’re thinking about. There are several factors that will impact your overall budget for such a project, and knowing them in advance will help you make the prudent financial plans and stay prepared.
At Courts Unlimited, we’re thrilled to offer high-quality basketball courts, tennis courts and other court options to clients throughout Utah, both in residential and commercial settings. In today’s part two, we’ll go over some of the additional elements to consider when laying out your budget for one of our home basketball courts.
Surface Chosen
As you may have guessed, one of the most important choices you’ll make that will impact your budget is the surface of your home basketball court. The three main types of surfaces are concrete, rubber and acrylic, but there are also combinations and polymers that are often used by modern companies like ours.
Concrete is the most popular and affordable option, but it will require the most maintenance over time — and may also not be as comfortable to play on as other surfaces. However, if you’re on a tight budget, concrete may be the best way to go. Rubber is a great, all-around surface that’s versatile and can be used for numerous activities in addition to basketball. Acrylic surfaces are the most expensive up-front, but they require the least amount of maintenance over time and tend to be the most comfortable, and they’re likely the most popular choice today.
Court Size and Components
In addition to the surface of your court, the size will also impact the budget. Smaller courts will obviously be less expensive than larger ones, but you’ll also want to consider how many extra features or components you want to add. If you’re planning on adding a full basketball setup with lights and other amenities, that will obviously cost more than a simple, bare-bones court.
Another important consideration is the type of components or extras you want to add to your home basketball court. If you’re looking to add a backboard system, that will obviously cost more than just painting lines on your driveway. Adding lights, a sound system or other electronic amenities will also increase the price tag.
Installation Timing and Specifics
Finally, you’ll need to consider when you want your home basketball court installed, as that will impact the budget. If you’re flexible on timing and can wait for off-peak months or seasons, you may be able to get a better deal.
You’ll also want to factor in any specific installation needs or requests you have. If you need a concrete pad poured or other specialized work done, that will obviously cost more than a simple installation.
For more on how to budget for a home basketball court installation, or to learn about any of our residential or commercial court options, speak to the experts at Courts Unlimited today.