Older Home — Family-owned, 4.9★ rated, 15-year warranty
McDonough's older neighborhoods—especially around Eagle's Landing and Kelleytown—have some gorgeous mature trees and established homes that come with one real challenge: aging backyards. If your yard's seen better days, or your kids are tired of slipping around on that clay-heavy Henry County soil every time it rains, a sport court might be exactly what you need. We've installed plenty of these across the area, and the difference is immediate. You get a clean, all-weather surface that drains properly (crucial in our humidity), holds up to Georgia heat, and actually looks sharp year-round. Unlike natural grass, which struggles in the clay-based soil around McDonough, artificial turf stays consistent. Kids can shoot hoops or play without mud, you're not mowing every weekend, and honestly, it transforms how you use your backyard. We're based about 45 minutes south, so we know Henry County's conditions inside and out—the drainage needs, the sun exposure patterns, how to prep that compacted soil. Your older home deserves a backyard upgrade that actually works.
Henry County's clay-heavy soil is beautiful for some things, but it's not ideal for natural grass longevity or drainage. That's where sport courts shine. The clay compacts over time, especially in established subdivisions like Eagle's Landing, which means water pools instead of soaking through. Our prep work here is critical: we grade properly, add crushed stone base, and ensure slope toward drainage points. McDonough gets decent rainfall and summer thunderstorms, so we always account for that when we install. Sun exposure varies wildly depending on your lot—some homes back up to Heritage Park or have mature oaks that create shade patterns. We assess that during the site visit because it affects turf selection and infill choices. Also, many of the older HOAs in the area have specific guidelines about front-yard landscaping, though most are fine with backyard courts. Lot sizes around Kelleytown and the Eagle's Landing area tend to be a quarter-acre to half-acre, which is perfect for a 20x30 or 15x40 court. We've done dozens in these neighborhoods and understand the unique drainage and sun challenges here.
Absolutely, but it requires the right base prep. We dig out 4–6 inches, remove compacted clay, add gravel and stone base, and slope everything toward drainage. McDonough clay won't drain on its own, which is exactly why the court's engineered base is non-negotiable. It works flawlessly once installed correctly, even during our heavy summer storms.
It'll be warmer than natural grass, but modern sport court surfaces are engineered to minimize heat retention. Barefoot comfort depends on the specific infill system we choose. We typically recommend an acrylic topcoat for McDonough homes—it stays cooler and handles our UV intensity better than older turf materials.
Most Eagle's Landing and Kelleytown HOAs approve backyard courts without issue, especially if they're not visible from the street. We always recommend checking your CC&Rs first. We've worked with dozens of McDonough HOAs and can guide you through the approval process if needed.
Typically 3–5 days, depending on lot size and existing conditions. Older homes sometimes have buried utilities or root systems, which requires careful prep. We'll scout your property first to identify any issues and give you an accurate timeline before we start work.
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