I can't Believe the REAL cost of Building Two Pickleball Courts

Summary

In this video, Steve shares the completion of his two post-tension concrete pickleball courts in Arizona, a project he started six months ago. He discusses the construction process, from laying the concrete to installing fencing, painting the courts, and adding a basketball hoop. Steve highlights the importance of post-tension concrete for durability and provides a cost breakdown, including expenses for concrete, fencing, and nets. The courts also feature a seating area and plans for a gazebo, and he hints at turning the space into an Airbnb rental. Steve reflects on the challenges of being his own contractor but expresses excitement about the final result.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker, Steve, completed the construction of two post-tension concrete courts on November 15th, 2023.
• 🛠️ Steve purchased the land six months ago and decided to install these courts, which took about three weeks to complete.
• 🏠 Steve plans to use the area as an Airbnb location where people can rent, train, or host parties.
• 🌳 The area includes artificial turf, a seating area, and will eventually have a gazebo.
• 🏀 A permanent basketball hoop was added, adjustable from 7 to 10 feet for additional activities.
• 💰 Steve managed the construction as his own general contractor, reducing costs but dealing with more daily involvement.
• ⚒️ The total cost of the concrete for both courts was about $38,000, with $10 per square foot as a general estimate.
• 🧱 Steve repurposed some fencing from a previous project and added more fencing to improve durability, costing about $122,000.
• 🎨 The cost to paint the courts was between $5,000 and $7,000, completed by an experienced professional.
• 🎾 The pickleball nets and posts, bought from Steve’s company Armor Pickleball, cost around $500 per set.

Q & A

What type of courts were built, and how many?

Two post-tension concrete courts were built on the land.

Why did the speaker choose post-tension concrete for the courts?

Post-tension concrete was chosen because it is more durable and doesn't require saw cuts like regular concrete with rebar, making it last longer and look better.

What was the total cost for the concrete work on the courts?

The cost for the concrete alone was approximately $38,000, calculated at about $10 per square foot.

What additional features did the speaker add to the courts area?

The speaker added artificial turf, a seating area, permanent fencing, and an adjustable basketball hoop. A gazebo is also planned for the future.

How much did the fencing cost?

The bid for the fencing was about $122,000, but the speaker reused some materials from a previous project, reducing the cost slightly.

What type of nets and posts were used for the courts?

The speaker used Edwards posts for the nets, costing about $475 each, and permanent nets from Armor Pickleball, which cost around $150 each.

Why did the speaker decide to build new courts in a different location?

The original courts were located in Whitman, Arizona, but the area was too desolate and difficult to access. The new location is more centralized, close to Phoenix and other nearby towns.

How much did the painting of the courts cost, and what colors were chosen?

The painting cost between $5,000 and $7,000. The courts were painted in US Open blue on the outside, light blue inside, and medium gray in the service boxes and kitchen.

What additional lines were painted on the courts besides the pickleball lines?

In addition to the pickleball lines, a three-point line and a free throw line were painted for basketball on one of the courts.

What was the total estimated cost for the project, including all features?

The total estimated cost was around $112,000 to $122,000, which included concrete, fencing, nets, posts, painting, and additional features like the basketball hoop.