Pickleball isn’t just a fad – it’s one of the fastest-growing sports in the U.S.. If you’ve got a tennis court sitting in your backyard, park, or property, you don’t need to start from scratch to get in on the action. With the right plan, you can easily convert your existing tennis court into pickleball courts and bring the fun right to your doorstep.
At PLM Paving and Concrete, we specialize in sports court resurfacing, repair, and conversions. Here’s what you need to know before turning your old tennis court into a pickleball paradise.
Size & Layout: Making Room for Pickleball
A standard tennis court measures 60 feet by 120 feet -plenty of space to fit up to four pickleball courts side by side. Depending on how much you want to play, you’ve got two main options:
- Full Conversion – Transform your tennis court into four dedicated pickleball courts. Great for tournaments, neighborhood gatherings, or frequent play.
- Partial Conversion – Keep your tennis court while adding one or two pickleball courts. Perfect if you still enjoy hitting a few tennis balls now and then. Either way, you’ll need new paint and precision line striping since pickleball court dimensions differ from tennis.
Surface Talk: Resurfacing vs. Rebuilding
Before jumping into the conversion, it’s important to know what shape your court is in.
- If your asphalt or concrete court is in good condition (no major cracks, drainage issues, or structural problems), you’re likely looking at a sports court resurfacing project – a quicker, more cost-effective option.
- If your court has cracks, uneven spots, or drainage issues, you may need a full repair and rebuild. While more involved, this option ensures long-term performance and durability.
The Resurfacing Process: When the Base Is Solid
If your tennis court foundation is in good shape, here’s how we refresh it for pickleball:
1. Clean the surface to remove debris.
2. Apply an acrylic resurfacer to smooth imperfections.
3. Install a fiberglass mat for crack resistance.
4. Add a second acrylic base coat.
5. Apply two coats of custom color.
6. Finish with pickleball court line striping for a pro look and reliable play.
This process gives you a vibrant, professional-grade court with consistent ball bounce and improved traction.
The Rebuild Process: When Your Court Needs More Than a
Touch-Up
Here are 4 steps to keep your lot (and your budget) under control:
If your court has deeper damage, here’s what a full pickleball court reconstruction involves:
- Demolition & Excavation – Remove the old surface. Asphalt courts may be milled and
reused. - Grading & Leveling – Ensure proper slope and drainage.
- New Base Installation – Fresh asphalt paving or new concrete pour, depending on your
site. - Acrylic resurfacer & fiberglass mat for reinforcement.
- Color coating & line striping customized for pickleball, tennis, or multi-sport use.
This rebuild ensures your court plays like new and will last for years.
Want to see what the full-rebuild process looks like? Check out this video of a project we did for Franklin Wirth Park in Brookfield, WI https://youtu.be/uneUKcul4Bk
Pickleball Court Contractors You Can Trust
At PLM Paving and Concrete, we’ve helped countless property owners upgrade their asphalt and concrete sports courts into modern, multi-use spaces.
Whether you need a simple resurfacing or a full rebuild, our team will assess your court, explain your options, and deliver results built to last.
Ready to turn your tennis court into a pickleball paradise?
Contact us today at 262-810-2899 or visit www.plmpaving.com
