San Diego County’s year-round outdoor season makes a multi-sport surface a practical investment, but the layout only works if the site is assessed first. The site assessment measures the available footprint, checks the existing grade, and identifies drainage paths before a court size or surface type is recommended. Many county backyards have sloped terrain that requires grading before any base work begins.
Base layer selection, concrete slab, asphalt, or modular court tiles, depends on soil conditions, drainage behavior, and how the surface will be used. Concrete offers the most stable long-term base for acrylic coating; modular tiles can be installed over an existing slab where the condition allows. UV resistance matters in Southern California, so acrylic color coating is applied over cured concrete or asphalt to protect the base and provide consistent surface friction.
Line striping for basketball, pickleball, and volleyball is applied in distinct colors so each sport’s boundaries read clearly during play. Basketball hoop footings and volleyball net post sleeves are set before the surface coat goes down. The written estimate lists base preparation, surfacing, and each line marking set as separate items, and a final walkthrough confirms every element against the scope before sign-off.