Homeowners who have the space often find that backyard basketball courts in Guilford, CT are a great investment. This gives avid hoopers or high school B-Ball stars a convenient place to practice, and provides space for friends and family to play together. But in order to reap the full benefits of a backyard court, some thought must go into placement and construction before calling to get a quote.
Deciding the size of the court to be installed is partially dependent on the amount of space that can feasibly be allocated to its construction. Even if there isn’t enough room for a full-size court, a standard half-court measures only 45 by 30 feet. This makes it a more practical option for those with space limitations. To get a good visualization for this, take a friend out into the yard with a tape measure. Have one person stand where the three point line will be. This should be a little less than 20 feet from the rim. Measure this out with a standard 25-foot tape measure. This can help to visualize where the court will sit and help determine whether there are additional considerations that must be made.
These can include things like the slope of the ground, and the angle of the sun. Moving dirt in order to create a flat space is a fairly simple process, but if the court ends up located in a valley in between a bunch of hills it will make drainage much more of a challenge. And nobody wants to stare directly into the sun while they’re trying to make that game winning shot. Take this into account when deciding what direction the court should face.
Those with larger yards, and particularly those with kids, have an additional choice to make: should the court be located near the house, or in the far corner of the property? Placing it close to the house will make it more convenient to go out for a quick game or some much-needed practice after school, and allow parents to keep a watchful eye on children while they’re out having fun.
Choosing to have a court constructed by an experienced contractor means that property owners get to benefit from their experience. Atwater Paving creates specialty basketball courts in Guilford, CT. They can address drainage issues and ensure that residents will be enjoying a quality court for years to come.
