Get a 3-Month Head Start: Why Fall Installation Beats Spring Delays
Waiting until the spring thaw is the **single biggest mistake** homeowners make when planning their backyard sports court. While the idea of breaking ground in March feels right, the ground moisture caused by the thaw is significant, and it **delays construction until late May or early June.**
By contrast, installing the court in the fall gives you a massive **three-month head start.** Your court will be ready to use by March or early April, giving your family the entire season to enjoy it without waiting for mud to dry.
Designed for the Canadian Winter
You might worry about the cold, but our courts are specifically designed to handle the challenging Canadian climate and freezing temperatures. The cold and snow actually **preserve the court and have no ill effect** on the modular surface or the concrete pad underneath.
A Two-Season Bonus: The Backyard Rink
There’s another major benefit to completing your project in the fall. Once the concrete pad is installed, it provides a perfectly **level surface that can be used immediately for creating a fantastic backyard ice rink** in the winter. It’s a two-season bonus you get immediately: a winter rink followed by a spring sports court!
A court will not hurt the value of a house and may even **increase it**, making the home highly attractive to other families. Our clients report that their court turns their backyard into "the hub for the neighbourhood," getting kids off their devices and playing outside.
Don't Wait for the Spring Rush
The current timeline is incredibly fast: the process from signing the project to playing on the court is currently only about **four weeks.** If you wait, you risk being in the queue when everyone else calls in the spring. Start your project now and secure your spot!