Infill Types — Family-owned, 4.9★ rated, 15-year warranty
Building a sport court in Lilburn means thinking about more than just the game—it's about making the most of what you've actually got in your yard. A lot of homeowners around Killian Hill and near Lilburn City Park come to us wanting a dedicated space for basketball, pickleball, or tennis without tearing up their landscaping or dealing with the Georgia heat beating down on concrete. That's where modern infill systems come in. Your choice of infill—whether that's sand, rubber, or a hybrid blend—changes everything about how the court plays, how long it lasts, and how much maintenance you're really signing up for. We've installed courts throughout Gwinnett County, and we know the specific challenges Lilburn yards present. Clay-heavy soil, mature trees that create shade patterns, and the kind of summer humidity that makes you rethink outdoor projects—these aren't theoretical problems for us. They're what we navigate every time we lay down a court. This guide walks you through infill types so you understand what's actually going on under the surface, what makes sense for your property, and what questions to ask before someone shows up with equipment.
Lilburn sits on Gwinnett clay, which matters more than most people realize when you're planning subsurface drainage for a sport court. That dense clay doesn't absorb water the way sandy soils do, so proper base preparation—and the right infill choice—keeps water from pooling under your court during our wet springs and summer storms. The neighborhoods around Lilburn City Park and Killian Hill tend to have mature trees, which creates shade in spots and full sun in others. A court that's half-shaded plays differently than a full-sun court, and your infill choice affects how quickly the surface heats up or cools down depending on sun exposure. Most residential lots here are a decent size, but they're not sprawling—you've likely got fence lines, property setbacks, and maybe an HOA with landscape requirements to work around. We've done courts in tight spaces and wide-open yards. The Lilburn area also experiences real seasonal temperature swings: mild winters where infill can shift if drainage isn't locked in, and hot summers where certain infill types can get uncomfortably warm under bare feet. All of this shapes whether a sand-based, rubber, or hybrid infill system makes the most sense for your specific property.
Lilburn's clay-heavy soil drains poorly compared to sandy soils. If your base isn't sloped correctly and your infill isn't chosen with drainage in mind, water sits underneath instead of moving away. That leads to soft spots, erosion, and premature deterioration. We account for Gwinnett's clay by adjusting base depth, compaction, and—often—recommending infill blends that resist water retention better than pure sand would.
Absolutely. A court under the trees near Killian Hill won't heat up like one in full sun, which matters because sand-based infill gets hot in direct sun—sometimes uncomfortable barefoot. Shaded courts stay cooler, but they also stay wetter longer, which favors rubber or hybrid infill that resists moisture buildup and mold growth in humid conditions.
Many subdivisions around Lilburn City Park have HOA rules about hardscaping and landscape changes. Before you commit to infill type or court location, check your covenants. Some HOAs restrict court size, color, or placement. We've worked around these restrictions plenty of times—it just means planning ahead rather than learning about it mid-installation.
Hybrid infill—a blend of sand and rubber—typically performs better in humid Georgia conditions than pure sand, which can compact and promote mold. Rubber alone drains well but can shift in clay soil if the base isn't compacted properly. For Lilburn properties, we often recommend hybrid systems because they balance drainage, stability, and play characteristics without requiring the constant raking that pure sand demands.
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