A basketball or tennis court can add value to an apartment complex, create the need for higher rental rates, and attract higher quality tenants. Before you schedule paving, be sure to reference the following guide to make the most of your investment.

What to Know About Paving a Basketball or Tennis Court for an Apartment Complex

The Benefits of Asphalt Paving

Asphalt is popular for sports courts because it’s an economical and user-friendly material. The quick installation process means that there will be limited disturbance to your current tenants, and they’ll be able to use the court as soon as 30 days after it is paved. The surface can be easily painted and repainted over the years to outline the court.

Asphalt is a smooth material, which makes it easy to run on, and balls bounce off it well. The smooth surface isn’t as hard as concrete, which minimizes the number of injuries you may have on the court.

What to Know Before Paving

Begin by determining the size of your court, and where you will put it. Most apartment complexes opt for a high school-sized basketball court, which is about 84 by 50 feet in size. If you don’t have that much square footage, you can install a half-court, which is around 47 by 50 feet. The average tennis court is 78 by 27 feet wide, or up to 36 feet wide for doubles matches. Place it somewhere that is naturally high so that water will drain away from it. Install it close enough to units for it to be convenient for the residents to use, but not so close that tenants will be disturbed by the noise.

Whether you want a basketball court or a tennis court, Jellisons Best Blacktop can create an attractive and durable final product. This asphalt contractor is based in Shakopee, MN, and services apartment complexes throughout Minneapolis, St. Paul, Apple Valley, and Burnsville. You can trust this family-owned business, which has been in the community for more than 70 years, to provide fair quotes and dedicated service. Learn more online and call (952) 890-4664 to request a free estimate.