Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the country, and Bergen County is in the middle of the boom. We design and install regulation-size backyard pickleball courts from Tenafly to Alpine to Saddle River, built to handle North Jersey winters and play like the courts you'd find at a private club. Tell us about your backyard and we'll have a free quote in your inbox within 24 hours.
A few years ago a backyard pickleball court was a niche request. Today it's our second-most-asked service after basketball — and growing every quarter. The reasons are simple: pickleball is easier on the body than tennis, friendlier to mixed skill levels, and you can fit a regulation court in a 30 × 60 ft footprint. Families that used to drive 25 minutes to a public court are realizing they can put one steps from the back door, play any time of day, and never wait in line.
If you've been on a waitlist at a club or just want your own space to play with friends and family, this is the moment.
Every court we install is custom-designed to your yard, your goals, and your budget. The three most common builds:
A standalone regulation 20 × 44 ft playing area inside a 30 × 60 ft footprint. Best when pickleball is your primary sport and you have the space. Net system included, custom color combinations available.
A multi-line court that flips between half-court basketball and full-court pickleball. Most popular configuration for families with kids and adults who want both sports without sacrificing a second yard.
Pickleball, basketball, tennis, volleyball, four-square — all on the same surface with overlaid color-coded lines and portable net systems. Best ROI per square foot if multiple sports are in play.
Every build includes professional site prep, drainage engineering, custom court markings, and a written scope of work. We also install LED court lighting and perimeter fencing alongside the court if you want a complete finished build. We're an Authorized VersaCourt Dealer so you get factory pricing on tile.
We build pickleball courts on every major surface system. Here's how they compare:
| Surface | Feel | Lifespan | Maintenance |
|---|---|---|---|
| VersaCourt Tile | Cushioned, joint-friendly | 20+ years | Hose & sweep |
| Concrete | Hard, traditional, durable | 25+ years | Periodic seal |
| Asphalt | Tough, cost-effective | 15–20 years | Resurface + seal |
| Acrylic Coating (over concrete or asphalt) | Pro-tour finish, vibrant colors | 8–12 yrs before re-coat | Periodic resurface |
Most Bergen County families choose VersaCourt tile for the joint protection (your knees and ankles will thank you in five years), the 50+ color combinations, and the fact that it installs over any prepared base — concrete, asphalt, or compacted stone. Players who want a tournament-grade tennis-style feel choose acrylic over post-tension concrete.
Not sure which is right? That's what the free consultation is for.
Every style, surface, and layout is fully customizable and can be designed and built for your needs.
We walk your property, measure the space, talk through what you want, and answer every question. No pressure, no sales pitch.
Within 24 hours you get a written estimate with the design, surface recommendation, and itemized pricing. Plans included.
Most pickleball courts complete in 2–4 weeks depending on weather and base type. We protect your landscaping, manage permits, and keep you updated daily.
We hand you a finished court with the net set up, lines fresh, and a walk-through of care for the surface.
"We were on a 3-month waitlist at our club. Now my husband and I play before work twice a week without leaving the house. The court is beautiful, the install was clean, and the team showed up exactly when they said they would."
"Got the basketball/pickleball combo. The kids use the basketball lines, my wife and I have weekly games with our neighbors on the pickleball lines, and the whole thing fit in the same space as our old patio. Best money we've spent on the house."
"I'd been looking at pickleball court contractors for almost a year. The Backyard Court Company was the only one that gave us a real quote in writing the same week. Install was on time, on budget, and exactly what they promised."
The playing area is 20 × 44 ft, but for safety run-off and net clearance you want a 30 × 60 ft footprint. We can fit a compact 24 × 50 ft layout if space is tight — still playable, just less margin on out-of-bounds shots.
Most pickleball courts complete in 2–4 weeks from breaking ground. Concrete-based builds take a little longer (cure time); VersaCourt tile installs over existing or fresh base are the fastest.
In most Bergen County municipalities, yes — backyard sport courts typically require a zoning or building permit. We handle the entire permit process as part of the install.
Yes — if it's in good shape, structurally sound, and properly drained, we can install VersaCourt tile or acrylic coating directly over it. We'll evaluate during the free consultation and tell you honestly whether a tear-out is needed.
VersaCourt tile is essentially maintenance-free — rinse with a hose, sweep off leaves. Acrylic surfaces need resurfacing every 6–10 years depending on use and weather. No painting, no resealing in between.
Yes — we install LED court lighting (single or dual-head fixtures, 5000K) and pro-grade pickleball net systems as part of the same project. Solar and hardwired options available.
Yes — perimeter fencing is part of most of our pickleball court builds. Chain-link with windscreen keeps balls in play; black powder-coated mesh is the cleaner modern look. We size the fence to your sport and your yard and include the gate & entry system in the same project.
We serve all of Bergen County, NJ — including Tenafly, Closter, Alpine, Demarest, Cresskill, Saddle River, Old Tappan, Englewood, Norwood, and Harrington Park. We also build in Passaic, Hudson, and parts of Rockland County, NY.
You're 24 hours from a written quote. Fill out the form and we'll be in touch — usually same day.
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