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A backyard is just a backyard, right? Wrong! There are plenty of awesome things you can do in your backyard. If you're dying to see your backyard space come to life with an extreme installation, there are plenty of options. Whether you want a personal mini golf course, a full on basketball court, or even a wave pool, the options are almost limitless. Interested? Let the links in this article show you how to make your dreams happen.

Allocate the Right Amount of Space

Whether it's an ultimate mini golf course, a killer dirt bike track, or a full scale basketball court you're after, you have to first start by deciding how much space you'll need to make your extreme backyard sports scene a reality. Of course, the bigger the space, the more area you'll have to work with. However, the size of your backyard isn’t the deciding factor. What matters is that you take your design and find ways to incorporate this into the space you already have to make your existing space work for you.

Look into Zoning and Regulation Laws

Before starting on a project of this scope, you'll need to determine if it is even allowed in the first place. Therefore, you should check with your city's regulations and zoning laws regarding what's allowed in your area. You don't want to go ahead with something that could end up being null and void at the end of the day.

This could be a good time to see if your extreme backyard modifications will increase the valuation of your home. Whether or not you choose to sell soon, an upgrade like the one you’re planning is sure to turn some heads when you inevitably sell your property. Make sure you use landscaping to make even your more extreme zone look aesthetically pleasing, too.

Check Out the Quality of Your Land

Your land needs to be in tiptop shape for it to hold up and survive a project like this for the long term. This is where having the help of professional grading services may help to assist in leveling the land as much as possible beforehand. Simply search online for ground leveling services to find a list of credible grading companies to help you do the job cost-effectively. Also, be on the lookout for deals or credit if you have to stick to a strict budget, as you're sure to find companies willing to do that bit more for you. Furthermore, a grading contractor will also ensure that the ground does not become waterlogged over time, saving you on repair and maintenance costs down the line.

With all of the work being done, be sure to keep track of every permit, estimate, and receipt during this process. Develop a strong organizational system and take your time to get everything done. It doesn’t matter whether you keep physical papers filed in a folder or filing cabinet, or whether you digitize everything for paperless storage. Just develop a system, devote time after getting each step done to file and organize it, and then you’ll be good to go if any questions arise.

Install the Right Lighting

Adequate lighting will also be necessary if you want your sports yard as safe as can be, as well as well-lit at the best of times. If you're stuck on what type of lighting to choose or where to use them, then looking over industry case studies may be able to give you a better idea of where to go from here. Furthermore, you might just be able to picture what lighting suits an indoor versus an outdoor sporting arena (including smaller and larger fields) to what lighting is required from a collegiate level all the way to a professional level.

Upgrade Your Security

It’s quite possible that the backyard of your dreams could also appeal to people you don’t know, so it’s important that you bolster your home security to ensure no one visits uninvited. There are a variety of DIY options now that you can install without an expensive contract with a security company. Plus, you can use free online troubleshooting guides to address any technical issues yourself.

The Benefits of Going Extreme

Indeed, going extreme has many benefits, including greater flexibility to enjoy your extreme sports as often as you'd like. Furthermore, it's probably a lot cheaper, for example, to have your own wave pool than going out and paying to surf a wave every day. It can also help you and your family to be more active together, especially if you equip the space with something you all love.

An outdoor kitchen can also be a great addition to your extreme renovations, especially for people who love being outside. Dining al fresco is a great way to use your new space and enjoy nature. You’ll want to know your plans for this space early in your renovation, though, so you can get it set up for gas and electricity, and be sure to request an outdoor-rated range hood to be installed.

Enjoy Your Custom Backyard

At the end of the day, having an extreme oasis that's yours is likely to be a fun ride as long as you ensure it abides by all safety regulations. Make sure you install the requisite lighting and file for the correct permits. Moreover, you'll want to make sure your land is prepped well enough beforehand so that it lasts a lengthy amount of time. And once you have all of the construction finished, you can enjoy your extreme sports any time you want!