Indoor Basketball Court Cost Factors
When it comes to installing an indoor basketball court, flooring and labor are your two biggest expenses. If you need to extend the square footage of your space, remodel your basement, or add ventilation or ductwork, be sure to factor in these renovation expenses, too.
Flooring Material
The standard choice for most indoor courts is maple hardwood, which costs around $3.50 to $6 per square foot for the wood, plus another $3 to $8 per square foot for installation. On a full-sized court, the cost of hardwood flooring would total $29,000. For a 3-on-3 court, the cost would be about $5,500.
Alternatively, if you like the look of maple hardwood but want a more affordable material, laminate is a great option. Putting in laminate flooring costs a fraction of hardwood—expect to pay just $0.70 to $2 per square foot for materials and $2 to $8 per square foot for installation. Laminate on a full court runs about $13,000 to $47,000 in total, and it’s $2,500 to $9,000 for 3-on-3 sizing.
Size
The size of the court has a big impact on the final cost. A full-sized court costs between $17,200 and $76,000, while a half-court costs between $8,600 to $38,000.
Labor
Labor costs vary depending on the size of the court and flooring type. Get in touch with your local contractor to request a price quote for their hourly labor costs.
Painting
Painting court markings can add about $800 to $2,400 to the final project cost, but you can easily DIY this task. A one-gallon can of paint is about $30 to $40.
Soundproofing
The cost of soundproofing a room typically ranges from $1,100 to $2,750, averaging $1,880. Some cost factors include the size of the room and the degree of soundproofing that you require.
Ventilation
You can expect to pay around $1,100 to add ventilation or ductwork to an indoor basketball court.
Lighting
Lighting fixtures are necessary for all indoor basketball courts. Depending on the complexity of the installation, expect to pay between $450 and $550 per fixture.
Additional Accessories
Be sure to factor in any extra features, upgrades to premium materials, and other sports equipment. A standard-sized hoop costs around $300 to $1,600.
Additional Basketball Gym Options
You may decide to build an additional home gym to complement your basketball court. The cost of this project will depend on the type of structure: an attached addition, a detached addition, or a pole barn.
Attached Addition
Installing an attached addition costs between $80 and $200 per square foot. You may pay as much as $43,000 for the whole project, depending on the size of the space and structural details.
Detached Addition
The cost of installing a detached addition is similar to the cost of building a detached garage, which is about $27,000 per project. Expect to pay more for larger additions.
Pole Barn
A pole barn is a type of post-frame construction, and it’s generally the most affordable addition option. You can expect to pay $8,000 to $20,000 for a pole barn measuring 30 to 40 feet.
Budget-Friendly Alternatives
If you’re installing a basketball court on a budget, consider using laminate flooring instead of maple hardwood.
You could also tackle some of the easier installation tasks yourself, such as painting your own court markings instead of hiring a professional painter. Buying your own materials—including rollers, pads, trays, primer, paint, and tape—may set you back anywhere from $50 to $100. Meanwhile, it’ll cost anywhere from $200 to $6,000 to hire a professional painter.