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Perimeter Systems

Court Lighting & Fencing in Orlando

A fully enclosed, evenly lit court you can use after dark without shadows, glare, or balls leaving the perimeter.

  • Free On-Site Evaluation
  • Written Estimate
  • Backyard to HOA Courts
  • Final Walkthrough
View of outdoor tennis or pickleball courts enclosed by a chain-link fence with privacy screens, surrounded by trees under a cloudy sky.

What Goes Wrong

Why piecemeal lighting and fencing installs fall short

Adding a fixture here or a fence panel there creates gaps that a planned perimeter system avoids from the start.

Uneven Light Coverage

Fixtures placed without a coverage plan leave dark corners that make evening play unsafe and frustrating.

Calculated Fixture Layout

LED fixtures are positioned using the court’s exact dimensions so every zone reaches consistent illumination.

Posts That Shift

Fence posts set without concrete footings lean over time, especially in Central Florida’s sandy, moisture-prone soil.

Concrete-Set Steel Posts

Galvanized steel posts are set in concrete footings sized for wind load, keeping the fence plumb for years.

Glare Toward Neighbors

Fixtures aimed too low or angled outward push light past the court boundary and onto adjacent properties.

Directed Fixture Aiming

Mounting height and aim angle are set to keep light on the playing surface and away from neighboring sight lines.

Fence Too Low to Contain

A fence that is undersized for the sport lets balls escape constantly, causing interruptions and neighbor complaints.

Sport-Matched Fence Height

Fence height is chosen for the sport, typically 10 feet for pickleball and basketball, before a single post is set.

Perimeter Systems

Lighting & fencing planned around your court, not added after

Even coverage and solid ball containment come from positioning fixtures and fence posts before installation, not adjusting them afterward.

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Lighting layout starts with a coverage plan. LED fixtures are positioned to eliminate dark zones and minimize glare at player eye level. Orlando’s year-round outdoor play season means evening court use is common, so fixture placement and mounting height are calculated for the specific court dimensions, not estimated.

Fencing is sized for the sport and the site. Chain link on galvanized steel posts is the standard for outdoor courts, posts are set in concrete footings to resist wind load and stay plumb over time. Fence height for ball containment typically runs 10 feet for pickleball and basketball, with taller sections available where needed.

Gates, wire routing for lighting, and fixture mounting are all coordinated in the same installation sequence. For HOA communities with shared courts, the perimeter layout also accounts for neighbor sight lines and ball escape paths. A coverage and glare check is done after fixtures are live to confirm the court is evenly lit before sign-off.

Why Choose Us

Why Orlando Sports Courts for lighting & fencing?

Accountability and process specifics that matter when the work has to hold up year-round in Central Florida.

On-Site Evaluation Before Any Quote

Every project starts with a site visit so the estimate reflects the actual court layout, not a guess.

Itemised Written Estimate

The quote lists posts, fixtures, wiring, gates, and footings separately so you see exactly what you are paying for.

Residential & Community Coverage

We arrange installs for backyard courts, HOA shared facilities, schools, and commercial properties across Orlando.

Final Walkthrough & Sign-Off

A coverage check and fence stability inspection happen after install, nothing is signed off until both pass.

Wide Service Area

We serve Orlando, Windermere, Winter Garden, Winter Park, Lake Nona, Lake Mary, and Clermont.

A completed sports court builder job at a house
A finished sports court builder project

The Process

From first call to a lit, enclosed court

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  1. 01

    Request an Evaluation

    Share your court type and site details, and we arrange a free on-site visit to measure the space and assess the layout.

  2. 02

    Review Your Written Estimate

    You receive an itemised estimate covering fence height, post count, fixture placement, wire routing, and gate installation.

  3. 03

    Installation & Sign-Off

    Posts, fixtures, and wiring are installed together, then a coverage and stability check confirms everything is ready for play.

Pricing Estimates

Typical Court Lighting & Fencing Prices

JobTypical costTypical size
Basic perimeter fencing$5,000-$15,000per court
Sports court lighting$8,000-$25,000per court
Lighting and fencing package$15,000-$40,000per court
These prices are estimates and often vary with the condition, size and scope of each job. Message or call us for a free, no-obligation quote.
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Common Questions

Court lighting & fencing questions answered

How do I know if my court needs new lighting or just better bulbs?

If your fixtures are old, corroded, or mounted at the wrong height, swapping bulbs alone will not fix uneven coverage or dim zones. New bulbs make sense only when the fixture housing, wiring, and pole positions are all sound. A site evaluation will confirm which issue you actually have before any money is spent.

Can a court be used at night without the lights causing too much glare?

Yes, when fixtures are aimed correctly and mounted at the right height, glare is kept off players’ sight lines. Directional LED fixtures with proper beam angles light the playing surface without spilling upward or sideways. Placement is confirmed during the on-site evaluation so the layout suits your specific court dimensions.

How much will it cost if I only add a few lights instead of doing the whole court?

Partial lighting runs $5,000-$15,000, depending on how many fixtures are added and how much trenching or conduit work the existing setup requires. Adding only a few lights still involves electrical rough-in and pole footings, so the per-fixture cost is higher than a full-court install spread across more units.

What makes the price go up when posts, wiring, or site prep are needed?

Each element adds labor and materials independently. Concrete footings for poles, trenching for underground conduit, and grading an uneven surface all carry their own costs before a single fixture or fence panel is installed. The itemised written estimate you receive after the site evaluation breaks each line out so you can see exactly what is driving the total.

Will the new lights be too bright or bother my neighbors?

Properly aimed directional fixtures keep light on the court surface and minimize spill onto adjacent properties. Fixture height, beam angle, and orientation are all set during the on-site evaluation with your specific site boundaries in mind. This reduces the chance of complaints while still giving you full coverage across the playing area.

Can the lights be set up so there are no dark spots on the court?

Yes. Fixture count, pole height, and placement are calculated to deliver even footcandle levels across the entire surface. The on-site evaluation maps your court dimensions so poles are positioned to overlap coverage zones and eliminate shadows. Dark corners are almost always a result of too few fixtures or poles placed too close together.

Will the fence height keep balls from leaving the court?

It depends on the sport. Tennis typically needs 10-foot fencing behind the baselines, while basketball and pickleball can work with 8-foot runs in most areas. Wind screens can also reduce the number of balls that clear the top. Height recommendations are confirmed during the site evaluation based on your sport and court layout.

Can the lighting and fence layout be adjusted to fit my court size and the sport I play?

Yes. Pole spacing, fixture count, fence height, and gate placement are all configured around your court dimensions and the sport you play. A pickleball court has different containment and lighting needs than a full tennis court. The on-site evaluation captures those specifics before the layout is finalised in the written estimate.

More questions about Court Lighting & Fencing?

Tell Us Your Site & Sport

Share the space and what you want to play. We’ll arrange an on-site evaluation and a written estimate covering every line item.

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