At Dolan PCI, we take great pride in delivering high-quality Padel courts that meet the highest industry standards. Every project presents unique challenges, and one of our early installations provided us with the crucial lesson that has since shaped our approach to quality assurance and risk management.
Experience in Building Padel Courts
One of our early installations involved stepping in midway through a project. By the time we were engaged, the Padel court groundwork had already been completed using another set of court drawings and materials to construct the base. At that stage, our only objective was to install a court that met the required wind load criteria. Our Spanish team of engineers determined this using wind velocity calculations (Beaufort scale) and cross-referenced with the Eircode site location. Based on our engineering recommendations, we installed a court certified to withstand wind speeds of 145 km/h.
Six months after installation, a storm brought winds of 101 km/h. Despite being well below our courts’ certified wind resistance level, we began noticing warning signs of structural instability: A loosened screw around the court base, a hairline crack forming along the foundation which ultimately led to the collapse of two panes of glass.
Recognising the need for immediate action, we brought in our court supplier at the time, GreenSet /Padel Deluxe Spanish engineers, to conduct a thorough inspection. Their findings confirmed that substandard materials had been used in the original groundwork, which compromised the integrity of the installation. This led to structural failures that could have been prevented with proper verification when we had taken over the project
Because we did not engage an independent engineer to assess the foundation materials and construction quality, we unknowingly installed the GreenSet Padel court on a compromised base.
This experience reinforced a fundamental principle: no matter how well-designed a Padel court is, its durability depends on the foundation it stands on. As a result, we have implemented a strict policy:
If Dolan PCI does not carry out the groundwork using our own specialized engineering team and the client chooses to manage it independently, we will always insist on an independent engineering assessment to verify and sign off on the foundation before proceeding with any court installation.
This policy ensures:
○ Proper materials are used for the foundation
○ Structural integrity aligns with our installation standards
○ Long-term stability and safety for our clients
Commitment to Excellence
At Dolan PCI, we continuously refine our processes to uphold the highest standards in Padel court installations. This experience has reinforced our commitment to proactive quality control, transparency, and engineering excellence, ensuring that every court we install is built to last and withstand even the most unpredictable weather conditions.
For those considering a new Padel court installation, we highly recommend thorough groundwork verification—because the strongest courts start with a solid foundation.
Contact our team today if you’re planning a Padel court project and want expert guidance from start to finish. We are committed to delivering courts that meet the highest durability, safety, and performance standards.
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