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Evening Play Ready

Court Lighting Installation in Atlanta

Play after dark with even coverage, no glare, and no dark spots across the full court surface.

  • Free On-Site Evaluation
  • Written Proposal First
  • Walk-Through Sign-Off
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What Goes Wrong

Why some court lighting installs fail to deliver

The difference between a system that works and one that frustrates players comes down to planning, not just hardware.

No Photometric Plan

Fixtures placed without a layout map leave dark corners at the baseline and sidelines, even when total wattage looks adequate on paper.

Plan Before Placement

A photometric plan maps pole positions, mounting heights, and aiming angles before a single foundation is dug.

Fixtures Aimed Wrong

Unaimed or generic-angle fixtures create glare at eye level, making it harder to track a fast-moving ball than dim lights would.

Aim to the Court

Each shielded LED fixture is aimed to the court surface per the photometric plan, directing light down and reducing spill.

Skipped Foundations

Poles set without proper concrete foundations shift over time, pulling conduit connections loose and changing fixture angles after the first season.

Set Foundations First

Pole foundations are dug and cured before electrical work begins, locking pole positions for the life of the system.

Retrofit Shortcut

Swapping new fixtures onto old poles skips the aiming check and often leaves the same uneven coverage the old system had.

Full Retrofit Sequence

Retrofit installs follow the same sequence as new builds: fresh conduit, new foundations where needed, and a full post-install light level check.

Scope of Work

What the installation covers

A complete court lighting system is several coordinated trades in one job, not a single fixture swap.

Pole Foundations & Pole Installation

Concrete foundations are set at planned positions before poles are erected, fixing the geometry of the whole system.

Underground Conduit & Wiring

Conduit runs from the electrical service point to each pole base, with wiring pulled through and connected at each fixture.

Shielded LED Fixture Mounting

Fixtures are mounted at the planned height and aimed to the court surface, with glare shields fitted to protect player sightlines.

Electrical Service Connection

The system ties into the property’s electrical service, with switches or controls installed as part of the same scope.

Post-Install Light Level Check

After installation, coverage is verified across the full court surface and glare shields are adjusted where needed.

Retrofit Lighting for Older Courts

Courts built without lighting get the full install sequence, foundations, conduit, and aiming, not just a fixture swap.

Photometric Planning

Layout mapped to your court’s size and orientation.

Glare Shield Fitting

Shields adjusted after install to protect player sightlines.

Fixture Aiming

Each fixture aimed per the photometric plan.

Coverage Verification

Light levels checked across the full playing area.

How It Works

What a full court lighting installation involves

Even coverage and glare control come from a planned layout, not just adding fixtures to existing poles.

The install begins with a photometric plan that maps fixture positions, pole heights, and aiming angles for the specific court orientation. Pole foundations are dug and set before any electrical work starts. This sequence matters because foundation placement determines whether the finished system covers the full court surface without dark corners.

Underground conduit runs from the electrical service point to each pole base. Wiring is pulled through the conduit and connected at the fixtures. Shielded LED fixtures are mounted and aimed according to the photometric plan, directing light onto the court surface and reducing spill onto neighboring properties, a practical concern for Atlanta residential and HOA courts.

After installation, a light level check confirms even coverage across the playing area. Glare shields are adjusted if any fixture creates direct sightline issues for players. Retrofit installs on older courts follow the same sequence, new pole foundations, fresh conduit, and a full aiming check rather than simply swapping fixtures onto existing hardware.

Why Choose Us

Why Atlanta Pickleball Installers for court lighting?

Accountability at every stage, from the first site visit to the final walk-through sign-off.

Free On-Site Evaluation Before Any Commitment

We assess your court, pole positions, and electrical access before a proposal is written or a date is set.

Lighting Priced as Its Own Line Item

The written proposal lists poles, conduit, fixtures, and wiring separately so you see exactly what you are paying for.

Written Proposal With a Clear Timeline

A dated, itemised proposal is in front of you before any work is booked, no verbal estimates, no moving targets.

Walk-Through Sign-Off at Completion

The installer walks the court with you after the light level check so you can confirm coverage before the job closes.

Vetted Local Partners for Atlanta Courts

We connect you with independent local installers who know Atlanta site conditions, HOA requirements, and county permitting.

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Modular interlocking sport tiles installed over concrete base residential court

The Process

From first contact to evening play

  1. 01

    Request Your Evaluation

    Submit your site details and we arrange a free on-site evaluation to assess pole positions, electrical access, and court orientation.

  2. 02

    Review Your Proposal

    You receive a written, itemised proposal with poles, conduit, fixtures, and wiring as separate line items, plus a clear project timeline.

  3. 03

    Install & Walk-Through

    The local partner installs the full system and walks the court with you to confirm even coverage before the job is signed off.

Pricing Estimates

Typical Court Lighting Installation Prices

JobTypical cost
Basic court lighting$3,000-$10,000
Lighting for a full court project$3,000-$10,000
Higher-end lighting packageFrom $10,000
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

Questions about court lighting installation

What does a court lighting install actually include?

A complete install covers pole foundations, underground conduit, wiring, fixture mounting, fixture aiming, and a post-install light level check. Electrical service connection and glare shield fitting are part of the same scope, not add-ons.

Can I just add a few fixtures to brighten a dim court?

Adding fixtures without a photometric plan usually creates new shadows and glare rather than fixing the original problem. A planned layout for the full court surface is what produces even coverage.

Will brighter fixtures automatically fix glare?

No. Glare comes from poor aiming and missing shields, not low wattage. A higher-output fixture aimed incorrectly makes glare worse. Shielded fixtures aimed to the court surface solve the problem; raw brightness does not.

What happens if I delay adding lighting to my court?

Evening play stops being an option, which shortens usable hours significantly, especially in Atlanta where warm weather makes year-round night play practical. Courts sitting unused after dark also lose value as a property amenity for HOA communities.

How do I know if my existing court lighting needs replacing versus adjusting?

Dark spots at the baseline, glare that distracts players, or fixtures that are visibly misaligned all point to a layout problem. A site evaluation checks coverage, aiming angles, and whether the existing poles and conduit are worth retaining.

Does the proposal cover everything, or will costs be added later?

The written proposal lists poles, conduit, fixtures, wiring, and electrical connection as separate line items. Lighting is never bundled into a general court line, you see each component before any work is scheduled.

More questions about Court Lighting Installation?

Get Your Free Court Evaluation

Tell us your site details and we’ll arrange a free on-site evaluation and a written, itemised proposal with no obligation to book.

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