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Pickleball court surfacing in Charlotte, NC

Pickleball Court Surfacing

From Tennis Court to Pickleball — or Built From Scratch

New courts, conversions, and resurfacing. Sand-blended traction, proper color zones, and true pickleball dimensions.

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How It Fits

One Tennis Court, Up to Four Pickleball Courts

A standard tennis court footprint is wide enough to hold two side-by-side pickleball courts — or up to four with tighter spacing. Here's how the same space can be configured.

Starting Point

1 Tennis Court

78 × 36 ft striped
120 × 60 ft typical

Side by Side

2 Pickleball Courts

Comfortable spacing
for league or club play

Maximum Capacity

4 Pickleball Courts

Tighter spacing — best
for high-volume use

Court Size

20×44

feet of regulation playing surface

Per Tennis Court

Up to 4

pickleball courts in the same footprint

Line Overlay

1 Day

to add pickleball striping to a tennis court

Three Paths to a Pickleball Court

Pick the Path That Fits the Space

The right approach depends on what you have to start with, how serious the play will be, and whether tennis is staying in the mix.

  1. 01

    Single-day project

    Add Pickleball Lines

    Stripe pickleball lines onto your existing tennis court so the same surface can host both sports. The fastest, least expensive path to pickleball.

    • Tennis play unaffected
    • Contrasting line color for clarity
    • Up to 4 court layouts within tennis lines
    • Lowest cost of any option
  2. 02

    3–5 day project

    Full Tennis-to-Pickleball Conversion

    Resurface the court with a dedicated pickleball layout — often two or four courts where one tennis court used to sit. Color zones, proper striping, true pickleball dimensions.

    • Two or four courts per tennis footprint
    • Dedicated pickleball color zones
    • Net post and equipment guidance
    • True pickleball play feel
  3. 03

    Multi-week project

    New Pickleball Court Construction

    Build a brand-new pickleball court from the base up — for backyards, communities, or facilities adding capacity. Site evaluation, base prep, surfacing, and finish.

    • Asphalt or concrete base
    • Acrylic sport surface system
    • Custom color and layout
    • Fence, post, and net coordination
Pickleball court built on a former tennis court footprint

Underused Tennis Court?

Bring It Back Into Active Play

One of the most common requests we get: a tennis court that's sitting unused, in a yard, HOA, or club where pickleball is now the way people actually play. We handle the whole conversion — surface evaluation, crack repair, base prep, color and line layout, and a finished surface that plays the way pickleball is supposed to play.

  • Evaluation of base and surface condition
  • Crack repair coordinated with conversion
  • Color-zoned in-bounds and out-of-bounds areas
  • Net post, fencing, and equipment guidance

Pickleball FAQs

Common Questions About Pickleball Courts

A few of the questions we hear most often from clients planning a new pickleball court or converting an existing tennis court.

Can I add pickleball lines to an existing tennis court?

Yes. The simplest and least expensive option is striping pickleball lines onto an existing tennis court so it can host both sports. A standard tennis court fits up to four pickleball courts within its boundaries, though most clients prefer a single, well-positioned overlay or two side-by-side. We use a contrasting line color so players can quickly distinguish pickleball lines from tennis lines mid-rally.

How much does it cost to convert a tennis court to pickleball?

Cost depends on what you want. A line-only overlay on a sound tennis court is the most affordable approach. A full conversion that resurfaces the court with a dedicated pickleball layout (often two or four courts in place of one tennis court) costs more but delivers a true pickleball experience with proper traction, color zones, and dimensioned courts. We'll quote both options after a site visit so you can compare directly.

What size is a pickleball court?

An official pickleball court is 20 feet wide by 44 feet long, with a recommended total playing area of 30 by 60 feet to allow for safe out-of-bounds movement. A standard tennis court (78 by 36 feet of striped area, with a typical 120 by 60 feet enclosure) is large enough for two side-by-side pickleball courts or up to four with tighter spacing.

What's the best surface for a backyard pickleball court?

For a long-lasting backyard court in the Charlotte area, we typically recommend a concrete or asphalt base with an acrylic sport surface system on top. The base provides structural longevity; the acrylic system gives you the proper traction, color, and ball response. Modular tile and rubber-mat systems are also good options if you want a softer, lower-impact surface or need to cover an existing slab.

How long does pickleball court surfacing take?

A line-only overlay can often be completed in a single day. Resurfacing a court with a full pickleball layout typically runs 3 to 5 days, depending on prep work, weather, and how many courts are being done at once. New construction takes longer because base work and cure times govern the schedule.

Will pickleball ruin my tennis court?

Adding pickleball lines doesn't damage a tennis court — it just makes it dual-use. The wear pattern is different (pickleball foot traffic concentrates near the kitchen line), so a shared court may need more frequent color-coat refreshes in those high-use zones. If pickleball ends up being the primary use, converting to a dedicated pickleball layout usually makes more sense than continuing to share.

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Related Services

Tennis Court Surfacing

Resurfacing for new or existing tennis courts — including pickleball striping if you want to share the surface.

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Court Crack Repair

Cracks need to be addressed before any resurfacing or conversion. We diagnose and repair with systems built to slow recurrence.

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Cleaning & Maintenance

Pickleball courts get heavy concentrated use near the kitchen — regular cleaning and maintenance keeps the whole surface playing right.

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Service Area

Serving Charlotte and Surrounding Areas

Karona Courts works with homeowners, communities, schools, and clubs throughout the greater Charlotte region. If you're nearby and don't see your town listed, reach out — we likely cover it.

  • Charlotte
  • Ballantyne
  • SouthPark
  • Huntersville
  • Cornelius
  • Davidson
  • Matthews
  • Mint Hill
  • Indian Trail
  • Waxhaw
  • Marvin
  • Concord
  • Lake Norman
  • Pineville
  • Fort Mill
  • Weddington

Planning a Pickleball Court?

Schedule a site visit. We'll evaluate your space and walk you through the surface, layout, and conversion options that fit your property.

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