Most site owners ask about cost first, then get surprised by how much coordination the actual install requires. Here's the real sequence, what each phase involves, and what you as the site owner need to have ready before we start. (Looking for pricing instead? See our full padel court cost breakdown.)
The Installation Sequence
Site Assessment & Design (Week 1–2)
We visit the site, check ground levels, drainage, access for machinery, and power availability. You get a fixed layout drawing and material spec sheet before any work starts.
You'll need to have ready: Clear site access, confirmation of court orientation (avoid east-west glare where possible), and sign-off on the design.
Material Ordering (Week 1–3, runs parallel to civil work)
Glass panels, steel framing and imported grass are ordered as soon as the design is signed off — these have the longest lead times, so this step starts early and overlaps with site prep.
You'll need to have ready: Advance payment per the agreed schedule so import orders can be placed without delay.
Civil & Foundation Work (Week 3–6)
Ground leveling, drainage slope, and the concrete base go in. This is the phase most affected by existing site condition — a flat slab moves fast, uneven ground with poor drainage takes longer.
You'll need to have ready: Water and electricity access on site for the civil crew, and any existing structure on the plot cleared.
Steel Structure & Glass Installation (Week 7–10)
The steel frame goes up first, then tempered glass panels are fitted panel by panel. This is the most visually dramatic phase — the court shape becomes obvious for the first time.
You'll need to have ready: Site secured against unauthorized access — glass panels on site are a theft/damage risk until fully installed.
Grass, Lighting & Electrical (Week 11–12)
Artificial grass is laid and glued down, LED floodlights are mounted and wired, and electrical finishing (DB box, sockets, safety cutoffs) is completed.
You'll need to have ready: Final electrical connection point confirmed with your utility provider or generator setup.
Testing, Snagging & Handover (Week 13)
We test lighting levels, net tension, glass fittings and drainage under real conditions, fix any snags, and walk you through operation and maintenance before handover.
You'll need to have ready: Staff or operator identified to receive the maintenance briefing.
Total Timeline
10–14 weeks for a standard 2-court outdoor build, from signed design to first game. Complex indoor builds or larger multi-court facilities typically run 16–24 weeks due to additional structural and HVAC work.
What Causes Delays?
The most common causes of schedule slippage are: late design sign-off, delayed advance payment holding up material imports, poor site drainage discovered mid-civil-work, and import clearance delays on glass or grass shipments. A realistic buffer of 1–2 weeks on top of the quoted timeline is sensible for first-time builders.
Want the cost breakdown too? See our full padel court cost guide for a component-by-component price table and ROI numbers.