Fencing isn't just containment — it shapes how the court looks and plays. Here's what to know.
What fencing costs
Expect $2,000–$6,000 installed around a standard 30 × 60 ft pad, depending on height and material. Per linear foot: chain-link runs about $10–$40, vinyl-coated chain-link $10–$35, vinyl $15–$30, and wood $25–$50.
How tall?
For backyards, 8 ft is the common choice — tall enough to keep most balls in without feeling like a cage. Dedicated and tournament courts often use 10 ft backstops behind the baselines, with shorter (3–4 ft) sides. Taller fencing on the ends, lower on the sides, is a cost-smart layout.
Material options
- Vinyl-coated chain-link (black): the popular sweet spot — durable, nearly disappears visually, and ball-friendly.
- Galvanized chain-link: cheapest, more industrial look.
- Vinyl/composite: premium appearance, higher cost.
Mesh size matters too: openings around 45–55 mm hold the ball (about 65 mm) without it wedging.
Black vinyl-coated fencing photographs and plays best — it cuts glare and visually recedes so the court, not the cage, is what you see.
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