Renovation — Family-owned, 4.9★ rated, 15-year warranty
Stone Mountain residents who want to upgrade their backyards face a unique challenge: that red clay soil and the granite bedrock underneath don't always play nicely with traditional landscaping projects. If you've got kids, a growing interest in basketball or tennis, or just want a low-maintenance surface that can handle Georgia's humidity and occasional heavy rain, a sport court renovation might be exactly what your property needs. The good news? We've installed dozens of artificial turf sport courts in DeKalb County, and we understand the specific drainage and leveling concerns that come with Stone Mountain's terrain. Whether you're in Stone Mountain Village, Smoke Rise, or near the park, we can design a court that turns your underused yard into a real asset. Unlike grass or clay, synthetic turf won't turn into a mud pit after a summer storm, and it won't require the constant maintenance that eats up weekends. A sport court renovation isn't just about the turf itself—it's about creating a space your family actually uses. We'll handle site prep, grading, proper subsurface installation, and finish work so you're left with a professional-grade playing surface that'll last 10-15 years with minimal upkeep. Ready to see what's possible with your backyard?
Stone Mountain's soil composition is a big factor in sport court design. You've got that dense DeKalb clay mixed with proximity to granite, which means drainage can be unpredictable depending on exactly where your property sits. Some yards in the area have excellent natural drainage; others need engineered solutions to keep water from pooling after heavy rain. Sun exposure varies significantly too. If your backyard backs up toward Stone Mountain Park or has mature tree coverage typical of Smoke Rise, you might have shaded zones that stay damp longer. We factor that into our subsurface preparation—proper base layers and crushed stone ensure water moves away from the court, not into it. HOA restrictions in Stone Mountain Village and surrounding neighborhoods are usually flexible with turf courts, but we always check local guidelines before breaking ground. Yard sizes in the area tend to accommodate regulation or near-regulation courts, though we can custom-fit smaller spaces if that's what you're working with. One thing we see often: old concrete pads or uneven terrain from previous landscaping projects. We'll demo and re-grade as needed, accounting for the slope required to shed water naturally. The granite bedrock can actually be an advantage—it's stable—but it sometimes means we adjust our excavation approach. Nothing we can't handle.
Absolutely. DeKalb clay is dense and doesn't drain on its own, so we don't install directly over it. Our process includes removing the top layer, adding a proper gravel base, and sometimes incorporating drainage fabric depending on your lot's slope. If you're near the granite outcrop areas, we adjust our grading plan accordingly. The result is a court that sheds water instead of trapping it.
Most residential projects take 5–10 business days, depending on site conditions and court size. If there's old concrete to demo or significant grading needed, add a few days. We schedule around Stone Mountain's weather patterns—we avoid heavy rain windows when possible to keep your yard from turning into a mudpit while we work.
Stone Mountain Village and most DeKalb County neighborhoods permit sport courts, especially when they're set back from street view. We review your HOA guidelines and design the court to comply. Most associations see them as a positive addition since they reduce water usage and maintenance compared to grass. We handle the paperwork side too.
We can, but it depends on the pad's condition. If it's cracked, uneven, or has poor drainage, we usually recommend removing it and building a proper base from scratch—it's more reliable long-term. If your pad is solid and level, we can sometimes work with it. We'll assess during a site visit and give you honest options.
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